On a hot and sweaty night in the Citrus Bowl, the Philadelphia Union earned a draw with Orlando City SC. In a vacuum, this would normally be a good result, but considering Philly’s place in the table, it can only be considered a disappointment.
Union announce the signing of fullback/defensive midfielder Warren Creavalle in trade with Toronto.
Two struggling defenses face off as the Union attempt to contain Kaka while Orlando tries to figure out why its midfield has turned into a sieve.
New York targeted the left channel, and Shaun Wright-Phillips won his mano-y-mano matchup with Ray Gaddis in the second half. Philly heads to Orlando desperately in need of an identity and a win.
Mike and Eli’s postgame wrap. Video and transcript of Jim Curtin’s postgame press conference. Interviews with Fernando Aristegueita and Andre Blake. Quote sheet.
Philadelphia Union fell behind, equalized, but ultimately fell short as the Red Bulls triumphed 3-1 at PPL Park.
New midfield signing Tranquillo Barnetta, head coach Jim Curtin and technical director Chris Albright spoke to the media Friday. Barnetta is unlikely to start but will be available tomorrow when the Red Bulls come to PPL Park.
The Union will need Zach Pfeffer to become more central to the offense if they want to challenge New York this weekend.
Swiss international arrives on a free transfer in a deal involving Targeted Allocation Money.
Ben Olsen used Fabinho’s arm injury late in the first half to tinker with his team shape. It paid off almost immediately and the Union never regained a foothold in the match.
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