Analysis & Player Ratings: Union 0-3 Red Bulls
Will Hackworth be able to progress forward from what has become a predictable and conservative tactical approach?
Will Hackworth be able to progress forward from what has become a predictable and conservative tactical approach?
Two games left, and still there’s plenty that you’re talking and thinking about with the Union. PSP runs through several key points, including whether Torres is back, Williams is done, Valdes is world class and Jack Mac is more than just a “good young player.”
It all went wrong for the Union in Houston, but most alarming for the coaching staff and supporters was the lack of hustle and effort over the 90 minutes.
Hoffman puts in 4 in Union reserves 6-0 win over DC. DN says Hackworth needs big offseason. Unioners in school. Donovan and Shea out of US roster with injuries ahead of WCQs. No live USA v Antigua for Comcast customers. More news.
The Union’s failure to commit bodies forward against a woeful New England side kept them from blowing the match wide open.
In a rare turn of fortunes, the Union offense picked up the slack on a rough night for the back four, only to be denied by poor officiating.
Hackworth expects a tough, physical game against DC, says to expect more support for McInerney. Mwanga scores brace. Sundhage says farewell. More news.
It’s the same old story for the Union. Too much negative play and too little attacking support for the Union’s undersized lone striker.
The Geiger Show and Andy Najar took center stage, while Marfan, Mac and Hop went silent. PSP has postgame analysis and player ratings of Sunday’s 1-1 tie between the Union and DC United.
The Union earned a stunning 1-1 draw on the road Sunday against DC United, as referee Mark Geiger sent off three players and disallowed two United goals, including one by Dwayne De Rosario. PSP was at RFK Stadium and has a recap, with quotes from both teams.
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