Don Anding shines, Keon Daniel doesn't, and a healthy D.C. midfield finally emerges for a bit. PSP has analysis and player ratings on Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup match.
The fourth annual friendly between the Union and City Islanders takes place Tuesday at 7:30pm at the Skyline Sports Complex in Harrisburg. Tim Uhrich takes a look at some pregame storylines including the possibility of halftime jersey changes.
Photo: Earl Gardner Author's note: This post takes a big picture look at John Hackworth's performance during his first year as Union manager. For an evaluation of his on-field tactical management, read Adam Cann's accompanying post tomorrow. To say that John Hackworth inherited a troubled Philadelphia Union club one year [.
The US defeated Panama 2-0 to move to the top of the Hex in World Cup qualifying. Hack expects a "feisty" USOC match against DC. Union reaches 2010 tax payment plan with Chester. More news.
There have been some woeful games yet the Union find themselves in third pace in the Eastern Conference. While a tough road lies ahead, is there reason to be hopeful for a November season?
Union top Reading in friendly. USA prepares for Panama after big win in Jamaica. Harrisburg falls to Colorado Reserves. Reading and Ocean City win in league play. More news.
Video of John Hackworth's postgame press conference and locker room intervies with Ray Gaddis, Jack McInerney, Brian Carroll, and Amobi Okugo, plus postgame quote sheet.
Philadelphia Union is now looking to add players to the roster after gaining draft picks, allocation money and salary cap space in recent trades. Union manager John Hackworth explained his plans Tuesday.
A busy slate of multiple games in a few weeks is almost an inevitable part of any soccer team's season, creating results that leave a major impact on the season as a whole.
For the Philadelphia Union, their own personal stretch of four matches in 12 days, including two trips into Canada and a U.
A tired and listless Union, their disconnected midfield, and Ocean City's great showing in the U.S. Open Cup. PSP's Dan Walsh weighs in the week that was in Union soccer land.
Commentary on Union struggles revovles around familiar refrain. McInerney continues to receive the (much deserved) love. Japan qualifies for 2014 World Cup. More news.
The Philadelphia Union's lineup stated it, but head coach John Hackworth wanted to explain: the U.S. Open Cup match Tuesday night against the Ocean City Nor'easters was not a time to try out new players or "play guys on the roster."
Video of John Hackworth's postgame press conference, locker room interviews with Leo Fernandes, Jack McInerney, and Brian Carroll, and post game quote sheet from the Union's US Open Cup third round win over Ocean City.
Quotes and recaps from the Union's 2-1 win over Ocean City in the US Open Cup. Reading travels to face Red Bulls tonight. News ahead of USA v Belgium. More.
Despite head coach John Hackworth's public praise and confidence in his outside midfielders, specifically for Danny Cruz and Michael Farfan, the Philadelphia Union will look to a new winger for offensive help.
Multiple team sources have told the Brotherly Game that the Union have not only brought Abdul Kader Keita in on trial recently, but also were looking into signing the winger.
News and quotes ahead of tonight's US Open Cup third round match between the Union and Ocean City. Reading remains undefeated with PDL win. Edu and Ashe out of USMNT camp with injuries. More news.
Reaction to the Bakary Soumare trade to Chicago. Hackworth confirms Union will pay part of Soumare's wages. Getting ready for Montreal. Aaron Wheeler joins Harrisburg on loan. More news.
Recaps and reaction to Union's confidence boosting win over Chicago. Harrisburg draws with league-leading Orlando. Ocean City and Reading win in PDL play. More news.
Video of John Hackworth's postgame press conference and lockeroom interviews with Ray Gaddis, Leo Fernandes, Brian Carroll, Jack McInerney and Bakary Soumare, plus postgame quote sheet.
What's up with the Union's home form? Harrisburg, Ocean City, Reading, and Junior Lone Star in play this weekend. Klinsmann releases US roster for upcoming friendlies and qualifiers. Robots in Brazil. More news.
Postgame quotes from John Hackworth, Amobi Okugo, and Don Anding after the Union's disappointing 3-1 loss to DC United in fourth round US Open Cup play.
Recaps and reaction to the Union's ugly draw in Toronto. Harrisburg in second place after two-win weekend with Union loanees all over the score sheet. USA celebrates Centennial with two wins. More news.