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Takeaways: Union confident in Bendik as they look to lock up Shield

On Sunday Philadelphia Union take to the road in what could be the biggest statement match in club history as they travel to the Columbus Crew. Head Coach Jim Curtin addressed the media about what to expect for the game. Here are a few of the key takeaways from the presser.

Blake injured, Bendik set to step in
Unfortunately for the Union they will be without goalkeeper Andre Blake as Curtin said the keeper’s injury will force him out of the next two matches against Columbus and New. It was a freak accident where Blake hit his hand on the post that led to him fracturing a bone in his hand.