Archive for March, 2013

Union

Closing the book on Freddy

PSP provides some of the missing details on the Freddy Adu-Kleberson deal after talking to Adu’s agent and the Union. PSP also provides a bit of an autopsy as Adu’s chapter in the Union book finally closes. UPDATED with more info on Kleberson’s loan.

USMNT

Recap and player ratings: Mexico 0–0 USMNT

The U.S. put in another gritty performance to outlast a Mexican team that seemed devoid of ideas for a historic draw at the Azteca,

Local / Philadelphia Soccer History

Albright headlines North Catholic HS Soccer Hall of Fame inductions

The Union’s Chris Albright was the guest speaker at the 6th annual North Catholic High School’s Soccer Hall of Fame induction ceremony. What he said about the Philadelphia soccer scene is absolutely worth reading.

Philadelphia Soccer History

Philly Soccer 100: Philly takes on St. Louis champion, Boys Club tops Bethlehem

100 years ago in Philly soccer history, Hibernian and Tacony hosted St, Louis champion Innisfails. Boys Club topped Bethlehem in the first game of the Amateur Championship of Pennsylvania series, and more.

Daily news roundups

Klinsmann: “We got the job done.” More morning news.

Reports, reaction, quotes player ratings from USA draw in Mexico. Red Bulls coach says Saturday’s game is not a must-win for winless New York. Valentin on loan to Norway. More.

USMNT

Preview: Mexico v USMNT

The snowy win against Costa Rica told us a lot about the USMNT’s character and grit but not a lot about how they play soccer together. Jeremy Lane takes a look at what to expect in the qualifier against Mexico.

Philadelphians Abroad

Philadelphians Abroad: Richter to Toronto, R.J. Allen starts, and HGPs to Harrisburg

Southampton, PA’s Ryan Richter, formerly with the Philadelphia Union, has signed with Toronto FC.

Daily news roundups

FIFA says no to CR protest, Adu savings, USA v Mexico anticipation, snake invasion, more

FIFA says no to Costa RIca protest. Reports on Adu deal. Donovan back with LA. USA v Mexico news & previews. Are UEFA financial fair play rules legal? Poisonous snakes invade pitch in India. Comic strip. More.

Union

Union announce Kleberson loan, part ways with Adu

The Union confirm Brazilian midfielder Kleberson will come to the club on loan and that it has “reached a contract termination by mutual consent” with Freddy Adu.

Player ratings

Player ratings and analysis: Union 1-0 Pumas

Did you miss the Pumas friendly Saturday? PSP is here to tell you who impressed and who didn’t with post-game analysis and player ratings from the Union’s 1-0 win on Saturday.