Despite the Philadelphia Union’s new identity, one thing has stayed the same. The Union can never be counted out. As the last remaining unbeaten team in MLS, how long can the Union keep escaping defeat? It is never pretty, but the Union continues to grab results from losing positions. This time, the club went to Atlanta and escaped with an exciting 2-2 draw. If it wasn’t for a questionable offsides call on a Mikael Uhre goal, the Union would have left with all 3 points. Now, 7 games into the MLS season, the Union is 3rd in the Eastern Conference. The club also holds a game in hand over 2nd pla ..read more

It seems like all hope for the Philadelphia Union’s season was lost just a few days ago. Fast forward to now; somehow, the Union is the last unbeaten team in MLS. It has certainly been a rollercoaster start to the season in true Union fashion. After a quiet offseason, looming depth questions, and a congested schedule, many fans were concerned. Many fears seemed to have come to fruition after the Union suffered an embarrassing 6-0 loss in Mexico. Since then, the Union has gone on a roll in MLS despite their limited roster. How long can they keep this momentum going, or is this new identity they ..read more

The Union’s depth was called into question in the offseason. After failing to fill holes in the bench, could the Union’s lack of depth cost them early in 2024? The Union opened the MLS season with a 2-2 home draw against Chicago. Then they managed to squeeze by Saprissa in a tie that ended 6-5 on aggregate. While the Union seemed prepared for the season offensively, the defense still needs to wake up. While being down Andre Blake may have had an impact, newly acquired goalie Oliver Semmle has been serviceable in the net. Semmle made several big-time saves against Saprissa to ensure the Union e ..read more

After an up-and-down opener against Saprissa, the Union now set their sights on their MLS home opener. Can the Union wake up and snuff out a volatile Chicago attack? Tuesday, the Union’s CONCACAF Champions Cup opener against Saprissa in Costa Rica could have gone better. However, it also could have gone a lot worse. Grabbing 3 away goals and returning home with a 3-2 lead in the tie. While Julian Carranza and Damion Lowe seemed ready to play, other Union players put in very lackluster performances. Most notably, there are concerns in the midfield and defense as they prepare to face Xherdan Sha ..read more

The Philadelphia Union lacked much-needed depth in 2023. With Leagues Cup, CCC, and MLS on the horizon, the club faces the same issue in 2024. Should fans be concerned over the lack of improvement for the team? The Union kick off the 2024 season in the CONCACAF Champions Cup Tuesday night in Costa Rica. With another date with Deportivo Saprissa, the Union is heading in extremely shorthanded at multiple positions. This may be a very long season for Union faithful after an offseason that sent out more depth than it brought in. More Depth Out Than In It is no secret that the Union had a stereotyp ..read more

Have you ever wondered what professional soccer players do after a match? As fans, we simply turn off the TV or leave the stadium, but for professional players, there is a lot more that needs to be done following a match. Of course, every team is different, and players will have different routines, but most have a similar routine following a match that they will go through. This article will take a look at a few of the main activities that most professional soccer players will do after a match, whether they have won or lost. Keep reading to find out more. Cool Down After a period of long exerc ..read more

Every offseason Philadelphia Union fans hope the team finally busts open the checkbook. Unfortunately, the fans are usually just given developmental signings and random sponsorships. With an aging stadium and philosophy, it begs the question, does the Union office have their priorities straight? Now, this should go without saying, any annoyance that comes from ownership, whether a partnership or lack of a signing, is not to blame on the social media manager. We see way too much berating on social media of innocent media managers just doing their jobs. Now, Union fans have a right to be annoyed ..read more

The Union is having another quiet offseason. While some moves have been made, there have been no needle-moving arrivals. Should the Union be trying to win with the same roster for the third consecutive season or is Ernst Tanner delaying the inevitable? The Philadelphia Union has been a top team in MLS for 4 years now. With the 2024 season upon us, the club will not change its roster philosophy much. The Union is running it back with a similar roster for another year. While this is a roster that has an MLS Cup appearance, as well as multiple semifinal appearances in continental tournaments, the ..read more

After a quiet start to the offseason, the Philadelphia Union has finally made a big move. Kai Wagner has signed a long-term extension to stay with the Blue and Gold. Union fans were starting to get antsy with the lack of moves this season. Along with it came concern about Ernst Tanner’s plan as we advance. Fortunately, the first big question mark has been answered. After a very dramatic and drawn-out time, it is finally confirmed Kai Wagner is here to stay. This news is somewhat surprising. Kai Wagner has been very vocal about his desire to play in the top leagues in Europe. The 26-year-old Le ..read more

The Philadelphia Union’s 2023 season has come to a controversial end. With a very short offseason ahead of them, where will the team stand when the dust settles? First, whether it was a blown offside call that ended the Union’s season or not, it was evident the team was off all year. Blame it on the MLS Cup heartbreak from a year ago or the overloaded schedule, the team consistently fell short. Unfortunately, if the concern was the Union played too many minutes this year, next year is not looking any better. Packed Schedule Once Again It has been talked about all over MLS this season. There we ..read more