Union

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Union Academy

PSP talks to Yosef Samuel

Yosef Samuel was a standout performer against Jacksonville Armada. PSP talks to the Union academy member about his path to Philly and his goals for this season.

Transfer News

Union acquire goalkeeper Matt Jones on loan

Union add to goalkeeper depth with signing of English-born goalkeeper who has Portuguese Primeira Liga experience and a green card.

Union match reports

Recap: Armada 1-0 Union

An 80th minute goal for the hosts handed Philadelphia Union a 0-1 loss in their 2016 preseason opener. 31 players saw the field for the Union, though few stood out on a windy and rainy night.

Transfers

Official: Union sign Roland Alberg

Alberg comes to the Union from Dutch side ADO Den Haag on a two-year deal involving Targeted Acquisition Money.

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Tactical Analysis

PSP talks to Jim Curtin: The Five Things

Adam Cann’s series based on his interview with Jim Curtin concludes with a review of the five markers that, if realized, will boost the Union’s chances of reaching the playoffs.

Preseason

PSP talks to Jim Curtin: Strength in the center

The Union will be a different team without Cristian Maidana in 2016. Will Tranquillo Barnetta help add spine to a team that was far too easy to break down last year?

Front Office

Union name Tim McDermott new Chief Business Officer

Philly native McDermott comes to the Union with NBA, NFL, and NHL experience.

Preseason schedule

Suncoast Invitational dates added to Union preseason schedule

Suncoast Invitational games against DC, Tampa Bay, NYRB, and Toronto announced. Preseason schedule now stands at six games.

Featured / Preseason

PSP talks to Jim Curtin: Wingers and width

Philly’s starting wingers were held scoreless until May 30 last season. The Union will look to change how they use wingers and width as they seek to do a better job disrupting defenses in 2016.

Preseason / Tactics Talk

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.