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Match previews

Preview: Union vs New York Red Bulls

The Union are in the playoffs barring an epic collapse on Sunday. PSP reviews a few key concepts that New Jersey uses to win as the rivals face off yet again.

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Preview: Union vs Orlando City SC

A win on Sunday would be huge for the Union. To do it, they need to shore up the set piece defense and control the match from start to finish. Easy, right?

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Preview: Union at New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls have struggled to hold leads this year, but they have done a great job grabbing the first goal. Can Philly hold on early and knock their rivals out late?

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Preview: Union at Toronto FC

Toronto has added tactical flexibility to an arsenal that includes two of MLS’ best strikers. How can Philly compete this weekend?

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Preview: Union at Portland Timbers

Portland is very good at home, and both teams will feel a win will give them much needed breathing space in the playoff race. Can Philly shut down the Timbers’ dynamic attacking trio of Valeri, Adi, and Nagbe?

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Preview: Union vs Montreal Impact

Montreal walloped the Union last time they met, but the Impact were on the receiving end of a wallop Wednesday night. How will they respond knowing that a road win will pull them into a tie with the Union in the Eastern Conference?

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Preview: Union at Chicago Fire

A win on the weekend would give the Union some breathing room and make the next four matches much easier to handle.

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Preview: Union vs Sporting Kansas City

A win would go a long ways toward establishing some sense of playoff safety for Philly.

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Preview: Union at Columbus Crew

Columbus Crew finally earned their first win since May last weekend. Can the Union bounce back against a dangerous team that suddenly sees the playoffs as a real possibility?

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Preview: Union vs Toronto FC

Toronto FC brings its expensive stars and stellar, tactically-intriguing defense to Chester this weekend.