PSP photographer Nicolae Stoian was on hand at Fado to shoot the introduction of Faryd Mondragon and Carlos Valdes to the media and Union supporters on Thursday. Here’s a look at what he saw.
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Mondragon and Valdes unveiling in pictures
Posted by Ed Farnsworth on January 20, 2011 at 8:35 pm
Author: Ed Farnsworth
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Great shots, Nicolae. Love the hug shot. Mondi IS massive (and not in a Columbus Crew kind of way).
COME ON THE U!