Philly will likely stick with their 4-2-3-1 in 2017 even though many have suggested utilizing a 4-4-2 or three-back system. What were the Union hoping to achieve with their particular system, and what are the pros and cons of the other options?
Tag: tactics
Making adjustments to a very good offense
The Union’s offense has scored a lot of goals, but that doesn’t mean there is room for improvement. Given how Chicago kept Philly quiet last weekend, what areas can the team work on over the last few games?
The shape of the Union
Philadelphia Union are committed to a variant of the 4-3-3 this season. Why has the club adopted what can seem like a stubborn stance on team shape? And will they stick with it?
PSP talks to Jim Curtin: ‘Defense first’ is more than just a mantra
The Union allowed 55 goals last season. To bring that number down the club drafted for defense, and Jim Curtin is looking to implement a top-to-bottom press that takes advantage of the team’s athletic back line in 2016.
The right way to play the game
Columbus Crew demonstrates what it is to have an attractive, definable style of play. Can Philadelphia Union find a positive, effective style of their own? PSP’s Dan Walsh takes a look.
What does the return of Carlos Valdes* mean for Union’s formation?
If Valdes comes back to Philadelphia, how will the Union’s formation change? Kevin Kinkead explores some of the possibilities.