Archive for the ‘Match stats’ Category
Danny Mwanga: If you shoot, the goals will come
Danny Mwanga’s form dipped in 2011. When rumors that the Union were shopping him ahead of the 2012 SuperDraft emerged, some Union fans even advocated such a move. These people are bonkers.
The defense by shots on target
The Union set a new league record in 2011 for fewest shots on target allowed. We break down the numbers.
Looking at the Union’s starting midfield lineups
The Union used 26 different starting midfield lineups in 36 games played in 2011. What were they, which ones were repeated, how did they do?
Statistical analysis of Union at Houston
We look at the Union’s stats from the final playoff game in Houston with a focus on the numbers for passing, crossing, attempts on goal and the impact of the substitutions.
Where are the goals coming from?
With the Union in need of goals if they are to advance to the Eastern Conference Final, how have they scored this year?
That new formation in stats
With two goals allowed, the five-man backline introduced in Sunday’s loss to Houston proved to be a defensive failure. But the formation was also supposed to produce offensive benefits. Did it?
Union v Dynamo: a statistical context
Looking back at the stats from the Union’s two regular season games against Houston, what were the keys to securing a 1-0-1 record? What will be the keys to prevailing over Houston in the upcoming playoff games?
Mondragon and MacMath: A statistical comparison
While leadership qualities may be impossible to quantify, can statistics answer the question of whether Mondragon or MacMath is better between the posts?
Drawing: an overview
Saturday’s result against Toronto was the 15th tie of the season. We take a look at what’s going on in all of those draws.
From winless to unbeaten – where have the goals come from?
Not so long ago, the Union were struggling to end an eight game unbeaten streak. On Saturday they could secure a playoff berth and extend their unbeaten streak to eight. Where have the goals come from during the streak?
A statistical analysis of the Union midfield
The Union midfield has been criticized this season. You may be surprised how they do by the numbers, especially compared to LA Galaxy, this season’s top team in MLS.
Seven things the Union did better in Seattle
Much has changed in the 18 months since the Union’s first game in Seattle in 2010 and Saturday’s win. What changed between the win and the draw against Chivas USA six days?
The defense is back and so is Le Touch
Against Columbus, the Union defense continued a turnaround that began in the second half against New England. Plus, everyone’s favorite Frenchman’s numbers have been off the chart over the past six games since the return of Le touch – ooh la la!
Stat chat: Mondragon
With Faryd Mondragon expected to be out for two to four weeks, here’s a look at his statistics for the season so far.
Stat chat: The Union defense
With the back four again without a starter for the match in RSL, we look at the different back fours the Union has used this season. From the back four with Harvey, to the back line with Garfan – and the different makeshift back lines and more in between – the focus is on the defense. Is fatigue becoming a factor?
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Union preseason fan weekend in pictures
February 22, 2012 11:02 -
Williams signs new contract with the Union
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Costa Rica sched, Hernandez rumors, more news
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Union sign Jordan, Gaddis, Witkowski, Hoppenot & Harrison
February 21, 2012 13:02 -
Union 1-1 Orlando: 2nd half player ratings & analysis
February 21, 2012 12:02
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Josh Kensington:
I enjoyed the Arsenal article. This team has really depressed me of late- it's h -
JohnC:
the last pic is awesome. -
Adam Cann:
Fantastic. Just a super fantastic set of photos. -
Tim:
Sheanon is a warrior, glad to see him hooked up! Though I have a feeling for -
AD22:
As of 2012, the league minimum is $44k. Glad to see SW25 get that $2k increase.
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