Philadelphia Union
Daily Links: Union’s busy run continues with visit from FC Dallas
Philadelphia Union News
Preview | Union host FC Dallas as busy stretch continues
FC Dallas has been one of the hottest teams in MLS with only one loss in their last 11 matches across all competitions. Dallas’ latest result came against the Crew with a comeback 1-1 draw, continuing a storyline for the side who have avoided defeat after trailing in a match eight times so far. In those matches, they have stolen 16 points via four wins and four draws which are the most in 2023.
It’s good that the Union are rotating their centerbacks, even if it’s for a bad reason
Jack Elliott’s recent suspension and Jakob Glesnes’ injury forced Jim Curtin to do something he doesn’t like to do. But his stalwarts getting rest now could pay dividends in the playoffs.
MLS News
Power Rankings: Atlanta United skyrocket, Minnesota United fall under playoff pressure
Following three straight draws the Union find themselves outside of the top five in the MLS Power Rankings.
Sounders’ new visual identity embraces past, looks to future
Sounders keep the Space Needle as focal point of crest, but update their entire look while adding some secondary and tertiary marks.
US Soccer News
Inter Miami vs Houston Dynamo – US Open Cup final preview
Miami may be without two of their summer signings Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba. The two superstars’ fitness levels are up in the air after not being included in the squad against Orlando City, prving a huge boost for Martino if they are even able to take part as substitutes.
Concacaf News
LAFC vs Tigres Campeones Cup Match Preview
This game is a perfect opportunity for LAFC to win a trophy while the MLS hopes to make it four straight Campeones Cup titles. So far, the MLS dominates this competition. Atlanta United (2019), New York City FC (2021), and Columbus Crew (2022) won each of the last three Campeones Cups. Meanwhile, Tigres is the only Mexican club to win the Cup.
