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Preview: Union vs Schalke 04

The young guns aren’t the only ones with something to prove tonight. The Union fans have to show Schalke that coming to the States doesn’t mean they left the European atmospheres behind.

Player of the Week: ?

This week’s Philadelphia Player of the Week is …

(Not your average Player of the Week post.)

Schalke, symptoms, emergencies and more

News ahead of tonight’s friendly with Schalke. Nowak says starting with 3 losses is a state of emergency. MacMath on injury report with concussion symptoms. All-Star tickets on sale to general public. Seattle defender suspended for Williams stomp. League rescinds NE red card. Another Italian match-fixing scandal. More news.

German clubs that came before

It’s been 42 years since a Bundesliga team has played in Philadelphia. Here’s a look at some of the German teams that came to town before Schalke.

Dreaming Raul, more news

Could Raul be coming to the Union to stay? Will a big turnout and good atmosphere at Wednesday’s Schalke friendly help? Fever sign Chelsea Ladies, England international. More news.

Philadelphians Abroad: Parke shuts out

Seattle center back Jeff Parke continues his great play, Antoine Hoppenot scores for Harrisburg, and Bobby Convey shows off his latest bit of comedy gold. PSP rounds up Philadelphians Abroad.

The List

It was a rough weekend for Union fans. Tim Carr seeks to lighten the mood with The List.

Analysis & player ratings: Union 0-1 Sounders

The Union’s midfield play was found wanting by an in-form Sounders outfit that controlled the match from the opening whistle.

“Weak attempts” — quotes, reaction to Sat’s loss

While even Seattle fans seem to think Andy Rose should have seen red, the Union offense continues to disappoint. Hoppenot scores lone Harrisburg City Islanders goal in home opener loss. Dempsey makes it 17 goals in the Prem.

Match Report: Union 0-1 Sounders

The Union never looked like scoring in a match that Seattle controlled wire to wire, winning 1-0.