Head Coach Jim Curtin addressed the media on Monday in advance of Philadelphia Union’s fourth-round Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup showdown with Richmond Kickers. Here are some key takeaways.
Playing for the badge, and for the fans
Curtin spoke about his pride in how the Union fought after going down two men against Eastern Conference leaders Atlanta United FC on Saturday. “I will say again, just to reiterate, how incredibly proud we are of the group,” Curtin said emphatically. “Attacking short two men, defending short two men for that long of a time period against an Atlanta team in a hostile environment was a challenge that you cannot prepare for as a coach.