Fire down Union 2-1

The Chicago Fire frustrated the Union last night in Chicago.  The fire played a 4-5-1 style that clogged up the middle all night.  When the Union took control of the ball they had problems breaking down Chicago's defense through the midfield.  Despite playing an attacking 3-4-3 in the second half, there was little spark from the Union attack.  Mwanga, Salinas and Torres failed to create chances and looked lost most if not all of the night.  The only player for the Union who really forced the issue was Le Toux who launched a rocket over the bar in the 44th minute and a set piece in the 69th.

Brian McBride was the lone striker for the Fire.  He played a great game and was the man of the match.  He created havoc in the Union back four.  However, Danny Cahill marked him the entire game and may have played the best game of his short Union career.  Where McBride was, Cahill was.  Seitz also played well last night.  Mwanga scored a third straight extra time goal and is becoming an instant hero for the Union faithful.  He has a knack for being spot on in the final minutes of a game.  Something every team needs at the end, especially when you play continuously down every game. 

Until next time,
GO UNION!