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Philadelphia Union kick off a four-game home stretch on Saturday as Philly native Bobby Convey and the San Jose Earthquakes come to town. PSP previews a game that will pit the hometown kid Convey against the guy the Union took instead of him, Shea Salinas, as well as top pick Danny Mwanga against the predicted No. 1 pick the Union passed on, Ike Opara.
Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Chris Seitz joins PSP editor Dan Walsh and KYW editor Greg Orlandini for this week’s edition of the soccer podcast, as they review the World Cup and the Union’s recent form.
The Union head to Los Angeles to face Chivas USA in a battle of last place teams. Philadelphia hopes to keep the momentum of Sunday’s big home win over Seattle, while Chivas has a big losing streak and some key players returning to the mix. PSP previews.
Shavar Thomas heads to Kansas City in a trade, stamping on the Union the latest Peter Nowak lesson: Don’t have a horrendous first game for the Union, or you may never play for them again. First Dave Myrie, now Thomas. Is Toni Stahl next?
KYW editor Greg Orlandini and PSP editor Dan Walsh break down the crushing loss that ended a dramatic World Cup run for the U.S. and look ahead to what comes next for Bob Bradley and the national team.
The Union play their best match ever, dominating Seattle for most of the game thanks to great ball control by their midfielders and highlight reel goalkeeping from Chris Seitz. PSP reviews the game with post-game analysis, video highlights, photos and player ratings.
World Cup? What World Cup? Philadelphia Union host Freddie Ljungberg and Seattle in the first match ever played at PPL Park in Chester. PSP previews and points you to what you need to know about parking and transportation there.
For those stuck at work and unable to watch the U.S.-Slovenia game, here’s PSP’s super-secret guide to watching soccer online in all the places you’re not supposed to know about.
Tim Howard may have broken his ribs against England, but he is scheduled to play this week against Slovenia. Check out that and other World Cup and local news in today’s roundup.
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