Philly played excellent in their Champions League re-match of last year’s MLS Cup Final this week, but came away with a 1-1 draw. Jon Tannenwald returns to break down the match and discuss Philly’s lingering CCL chances.
If you missed it, preview this pod with my pre-match musing on Philly’s accidental rival in LA.
Things on my mind lately; JT at the Penn Relays
Scenarios for victory in LA
John McCarthy: Philly guy, coastal traitor, thorn in Union’s side
The Case for confidence
The late goal concession, the soccer gods vs. Jack Elliott
Containing Denis Bouanga and Carlos Vela
The stats, do they tell the story?
Did fatigue or substitutions hurt the Union?
How good is Jack McGlynn right now?
Steve Cherundolo vs. Jim Curtin?
Curtin: “top 4 clubs on the continent” comments. Who’s he talking to?
The young Americans
Will Philly’s congested May schedule affect U20 World Cup call-ups?
Upcoming travel for the Union; is BMO intimidating to play in?
What’s JT watching this weekend?
Champions League Check-in, with Jonathan Tannenwald