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DC United v Philadelphia Union live commentary

by Ed Farnsworth × on July 2, 2011 at 6:30 pm × 0 comments

Can’t join the Sons of Ben in DC on Saturday? Then join the PSP for live commentary from 6:45pm as the Philadelphia Union take on DC United on Saturday, July 2.

Outside the Bubble: Chad Ashton, DC United

by Adam Cann × on July 1, 2011 at 2:25 pm × 1 comment

DC United assistant coach Chad Ashton – who calls Peter Nowak Coach of the Year – talks to the PSP about the Union’s counterattack, his team’s defensive struggles, and working new players into a team mid-season.

Featured / USWNT

Breaking down Lori Lindsey’s (possible) WWC start

by Maura Gladys × on July 1, 2011 at 11:29 am × 3 comments

Ahead of Saturday’s match against Colombia, USWNT coach Pia Sundhage has suggested Independence midfielder Lori Lindsey may start ahead of Shannon Boxx or Carli Lloyd. The PSP’s Maura Glady’s looks at why that just might make sense.

Daily news roundups / Featured

More Ruiz rumors, Nowak explains, more news

by Ed Farnsworth × on July 1, 2011 at 11:15 am × 4 comments

More Ruiz rumors. Nowak says the Union “have a difficult game” on Saturday, challenges the team for more. Mondragon calls the back four his life insurance. Narducci opens up a can of worms. Fortgate update, more morning news and your weekend TV listings.

Featured / Match previews

Opposition report: DC United

by Adam Cann × on July 1, 2011 at 10:30 am × 0 comments

DC United has a ton of offensive talent but has struggled to play a complete game. The Union meet them during a period of transition, as the I-95 rivals try to integrate Dwayne de Rosario into their squad.