Articles written by: Earl Reed

A northern Pennsylvania native, Earl's early years shaped him as a Western New Yorker at heart. Sixteen years in the Delaware Valley have now left their inescapable mark on him. Earl has written for EPLTalk and MajorLeagueSoccerTalk, and now hosts the United States of Futbol Show. You can reach Earl via email at earlreedepl@gmail.com, or on Twitter @earl_of_reed.

Opinion

Midseason friendlies: The necessary evil

by × on July 23, 2014 at 11:19 am × 14 comments

It seems the only certainties in this world are death, taxes, and summer friendlies. Earl Reed looks at some of the pitfalls.

USMNT

USMNT crow tasted good: rough finish, decent aftertaste

by × on July 16, 2014 at 11:35 am × 17 comments

PSP’s Earl Reed looks back at a surprising USMNT performance in Brazil, which left many (including himself) eating a helping of crow.

World Cup: Second Teams

Second Team: The Netherlands

by × on June 20, 2014 at 10:15 am × 2 comments

The 2010 Runners-Up are aging, but could the Dutch finally grab their first World Cup trophy in a year few expect it to happen? Earl Reed looks at the situation for the Oranje.

MLS

Taking a backseat: MLS continues play while stars are away

by × on June 4, 2014 at 1:31 pm × 0 comments

MLS loses many of its stars during the World Cup. Here’s why the break should be even longer.

Opinion

Shoving the bald eagle out of the nest

by × on May 28, 2014 at 12:15 pm × 14 comments

Landon Donovan’s omission may really be about Michael Bradley. PSP’s Earl Reed floats this question and tries to answer it.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Featured

Union supporters having a tough time supporting

by × on May 21, 2014 at 11:15 am × 37 comments

Times are tough for Union fans, some of whom have been increasingly vocal in their displeasure with the team. Earl Reed considers what’s behind the boos.

MLS

New MLS media deal – free access for more people

by × on May 14, 2014 at 11:30 am × 12 comments

Earl Reed looks at MLS’s new broadcasting deal. While there are real concerns about some aspects of the deal, overall it will mean more people will be able to more easily see more games.

MLS

Hopeless Chivas USA a blight for league

by × on May 7, 2014 at 11:43 am × 20 comments

It’s a tough time to be a Union fan. But at least we don’t have Chivas USA’s problems. Earl Reed explores.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Analysis / Union

Another year, and more back line drama

by × on April 30, 2014 at 11:55 am × 27 comments

It may be time to simplify and stop trying to jam square pegs into round holes. Updated with information on why Pedro Ribeiro has been playing centerback with Harrisburg.

USMNT / USWNT

Is group stage success enough For USMNT?

by × on April 23, 2014 at 10:23 am × 28 comments

After USWNT coach Tom Sermanni was fired, US Soccer President Sunil Gulati downplayed World Cup expectations for the USMNT. Why? PSP looks closer.

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