Posts Tagged ‘Carlos Valdes’
Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-1 FC Dallas
The good news. The Union got a valuable road point in Dallas. The bad news. They looked dreadful doing it.
The Danny Califf trade: An evaluation
PSP evaluates the Danny Califf trade and the blockbuster Agudelo-Pearce swap it enabled, examines the Union’s allocation money chase, and cuts to the heart of the controversy behind the Califf deal.
The power play
PSP considers the prospective Danny Califff trade, what the Union might receive, what might be going on behind the scenes, and naturally, why Union manager Peter Nowak is considering this deal.
Analysis and player ratings: Union 2-3 Red Bulls
The Union looked great, but they still lost. Adu’s red card was the obvious turning point in the match, and Union fans must begin to wonder if their undersized defense can survive an entire season. With video of post-game locker room interviews.
Analysis & player ratings: Union 0-1 Sounders
The Union’s midfield play was found wanting by an in-form Sounders outfit that controlled the match from the opening whistle.
Flooding, timidity, money & more news
Flooding the Union midfield key to rebound. Valdes annoyed with Union’s timidity. Harrisburg home opener. More on the money, more news.
It’s time to start Danny Mwanga again
It’s an all too common sight: An opposing defender outrunning Philadelphia Union striker Lionard Pajoy (pictured). PSP makes the case for Danny Mwanga’s return to the starting lineup in place of Pajoy.
Dismantle the goal: Philly-San Jose
Soccer is a blame game. Goals aren’t common, so when you give one up, everyone goes looking for someone to blame. But is it that simple? PSP dissects one of San Jose’s goals to find out.
Analysis and player ratings: Union 1-2 Earthquakes
The Union conceded too much possession and territory in the first half, and it ultimately cost them when they ran out of gas against San Jose. PSP has postgame analysis and player ratings, as well as video of post game press conference and interviews with the players.
“Pretty gutted at the moment.” WPS kaput? More.
Reports, recaps and reaction to Union’s loss to San Jose. Jersey Shore Boca qualify for US Open Cup. Is WPS finished for good? More news.
Match report: Union 1-2 San Jose
Steven Lenhart’s stoppage time goal broke Union hearts, and the 2-1 victory kept the Western Conference leading San Jose Earthquakes rolling in 2012. PSP has a match report and quotes from both teams.
Nowak, Union await discipline verdict, Califf feels good
Nowak and the Union await league disciplinary committee ruling. Califf expected to start. Herdling back from Germany. Gaddis getting noticed. Jersey Shore Boca in US Open Cup qualifier on Sunday. More news.
Marfan, Valdes honored. Nowak=Reid? Summer plans.
Marfan and Valdes named to league’s Team of the Week, MacMath to Castrol Weekly Top 20 Performer list. Does Nowak equal Reid? Eagles and Union plan big summertime soccer event at Linc, but who will it be? City Islanders players, Richter honored. More news.
Analysis & player ratings: Chivas USA 0-1 Union
A win’s a win for the Union who will be glad to bring three points back from the west coast despite a less than stellar performance. Suspensions to Gabriel Farfan and Keon Daniel will hurt the team in the short term, though.
Califf unlikely, Mwanga, Gaddis likely. Nowak on Herdling.
Califf “most probably” unavailable against Chivas, Mwanga and Gaddis probable. Nowak on Herdling. Mother’s Day match against Red Bulls kickoff moved to 12:30pm. Le Toux scores but KC make it 7 wins in a row. Chelsea’s big bus. Manchester United still richest club in the world. More news.
Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-0 Crew
Solid throughout, the Union deserved their victory. But with only three goals from five matches, changes need to be made up top. Includes video interviews with Sheanon Williams, Raymon Gaddis, Gabriel Farfan, Brian Carroll.
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PSP is looking for writers
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The Great Pickup Game List
April 26, 2012 10:04 -
Philly and the US Open Cup Final
May 23, 2012 11:05 -
Player of the Week: Chase Harrison
May 23, 2012 10:05 -
USOC: U to host Rhinos, City Islanders advance
May 23, 2012 10:05 -
Droughts & finishing
May 22, 2012 11:05
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IL:
So, I'm guessing the Open Cup game will not be televised? -
Sieve!:
wow. just wow. I knew there was gonna be some shit shoveling. But this was just -
AD22:
The Union's back line doesn't lack size. Just ask Sakiewicz, or hear it for you -
James "4-3-3" Forever:
Right now GK with MacMath is the least of our worries. -
Section 116:
Short term deal for Guzan to the U? Not a bad tutor for MccMath and a way for h
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