Another dull Philadelphia Union performance ends in scoreless draw

Anyone expecting fireworks was sure to be disappointed as the Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew played to a 0-0 tie at Lower.com Field Sunday night. The only action came from a combined 7 yellow cards and a first-half penalty save by Andre Blake on Pedro Santos.

The draw marked the second-consecutive game for the Union where they were both outplayed and unable to create much going forward.

Following the disappointing loss to last-place Chicago on Wednesday night, which included losing José Martinez to a red card suspension, the Union shifted to three center backs with Stuart Findlay playing alongside Jakob Glesnes and Jack Elliott while Olivier Mbazio made the start at right back. Jim…