Editor-at-large at PSP. His work has also appeared at Philly.com, TheCup.us, Society for American Soccer History, The Encylopedia of Greater Philadelphia, Centro de Investigaciones de Historia y Estadística del Fútbol Español, EPYSA.org, and in the 2011 MLS All-Star Game program. Email him at efarnsworth@phillysoccerpage.com. Follow him on Twitter at @FarnsworthPSP.
Reaction to Friday’s big Union presser. Reaction to USMNT loss to Colombia. More fallout from release of summary report of investigation into FIFA corruption.
Video and transcript of the press conference announcing Rene Meulensteen’s hiring as a consultant as the Union looks for a sporting director with extensive comments from team owner Jay Sugarman, as well as Nick Sakiewicz, Jim Curtin, and Tommy Wilson.
The Union have announced the hiring of Rene Meulensteen as a consultant as the team begins search for a sporting director.
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Report says Rene Meulensteen will be named “a consultant ‘to assist with the sporting director structure’ of the Union. FIFA clears Qatar and Russia of corruption allegations in WC bids. More.
Jim Curtin joins Greg and Eli to talk about the Union’s offseason needs, including acquiring a striker, and the goalkeeping situation.
Gaddis believes Union can reach playoffs in 2015. US Soccer working to find players outside traditional development system. Qatar says 2022 World Cup will be “almost impossible to beat.” More.
Wenger on the need for “winning mentality.” Seattle advances to Western Conference final. US roster for Colombia and Ireland friendlies released. Morocco disqualified from ACN after refusing to host 2015 tournament over Ebola fears.
Reports on Curtin announcement. Mbolhi up for African Player of the Year. Playoff results. Dispersal Draft date set. Ethics committee report expected this week. Local senators back Women’s World Cup suit.
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