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Author: Ed Farnsworth
Curtin on Sapong, Mbolhi on his happiness in Philly, latest MLS signings, more
Curtin on Sapong, says “playoffs” is the mantra. Mbolhi opens up. MLS news. USWNT draws in Brazil. Union Academy players scores in US U-18s loss to Germany. More.
The origins of soccer in Philadelphia, part 9: Manz wins the 1897 American Cup
After the quick demise of the Philadelphia Phillies pro soccer team in 1894, Philadelphia’s other pro team would return to the amateur ranks before going on to win Philadelphia’s first national soccer championship in 1897.
Union to host Colorado Rapids in 2015 season opener
Union open 2015 season at PPL Park against Colorado on March 7, followed by road game against Real Salt Lake on March 14.
Union passes on Re-entry draft, Preseason in Clearwater announced, Garcia report to be released, more
The Union passed on making a selection in Thursday’s Re-entry Draft. Preseason Union schedule in Clearwater released. FIFA votes to release Garcia investigation report. More.
Footy on the Telly, Dec. 19-25
Your weekly listings of live soccer on TV, online, and on satellite radio.