The 2-0 shutout loss at Olympic Stadium last Sunday is definitely not the way the Impact envisioned its home opener. As such, a number of questions have been raised as the team heads to the city of brotherly love for its third away game of the season.
1. 3-1-1 all-time record versus Philly
With the Impact still looking for its first points of 2014, a game against the Union may be just what the doctor ordered as the team got points in four of its five matches versus Philadelphia.
2. Scoring drought
The bleu-blanc-noir have created a number of scoring chances, pushing up the field and firing a multitude of shots towards the goal. However, the team has been shutout over its last two games. Could the answer lie in storyline number 3 below?
3. The return of Di Vaio and Romero
Both striker Marco Di Vaio and midfielder Andrés Romero will be available for selection after serving identical three-game suspensions handed out in last season playoff knockout game in Houston. Di Vaio will bring a much needed dynamic to the attacking group. Romero will bring an additional option to the midfield, whether as a starter or off the bench.
4. Win!
After three consecutive losses in 2014, the Montreal Impact is one of only two teams without a point this season. Three points Saturday would bring the team from the basement to within a playoff spot.
