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MLS

How to fix soccer officiating? Common sense

PSP makes the case for why 5 refs are better than 3 (and goal-line technology). Yes, we’re using common sense again, in a way that no one else seems to be, because unlike Europe, we actually have other successful team sports to draw upon for examples. Also, a few quick hits on the Union.

Player ratings

Player Ratings: Union 0-2 Revolution

There was very little about which to smile in the Union’s 2-0 defeat against the Revs. Perhaps John Hackworth will shuffle his deck before Saturday’s showdown with Seattle.

Player ratings / Union

Analysis & player ratings: DCU 2-3 Union

Are the Union a possession or counterattacking team? What’s going on with the Union midfield? PSP explores with some postgame analysis and player ratings for Sunday’s game against DCU.

Daily news roundups

“It’s always a fight”: getting ready for DC, more news

Union prepare to battle DC. On Jack’s goal scoring prowess. USASA Region I US Open Cup final to be played in Horsham. More news.

Union

The ballad of Mac the Knife

Cold, subtle, simple and efficient: Jack McInerney, forward, Philadelphia Union. Also, another Mac’s math and Cruz’s choice of sports.

Player ratings

Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-1 Toronto

John Hackworth’s side showed plenty of running and hustle, but was largely devoid of creativity in Saturday’s draw.

Photo essays

In Pictures: Union 1-1 Toronto FC

PSP photographer Paul Rudderow was on hand as the Philadelphia Union fought back for a 1-1 tie with Toronto FC.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Union / Youth Soccer

A stacked youth academy, other Union thoughts

The Union’s academy coaching staff is stacked with talent and experience. Here’s a look at what that means for the club long-term. Also, a few scattered thoughts about the Union post-Columbus, including the Garfan-Daniel connection, MacMath post-concussion, and Casey’s impact on Le Toux.

Player ratings

Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-1 Crew

Road draws are a big deal, especially considering the Union are finally off the mark at Crew Stadium, earning their first road point in Columbus

Union / Union match reports

Match report: Philadelphia 1-1 Columbus

The Union secure their first ever point in Columbus in an active match that could have finished with a much larger scoreline.