Articles written by: Ed Farnsworth

Editor-at-large at PSP. His work has also appeared at Philly.comTheCup.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.

Daily news roundups

Adu? Mintal? More news.

MLSSoccer.com thinks Freddy Adu would be a great fit at the Union. Reports emerge that th Union are interested in FC Nürnberg midfielder Marek Mintal. Fred is “pursuing other opportunities abroad.” Player Combine roster and schedule announced and more news.

Featured / History / Philadelphia Soccer History

Great moments in Philly soccer history: Tacony win the 1910 American Cup

Tacony win the 1910 American Cup, becoming the first Philadelphia club to win the competition since the John A. Manz team won it in 1897.

Daily news roundups

SoB’s “maintain,” more news

MLSSoccer piece on 2011 rivalries to look out for says SoB’s “maintain” United’s NY animosity. ‘Arry Redknapp wants Beckham. Blatter will take care of FIFA corruption “personally.” This two-year old’s shot is better than yours, more news.

Daily news roundups / Featured

Happy New Year

Our last news roundup of 2010 starts with our best new year wishes to you. Have a safe and happy one – we’ll see you on Broad Street.

Daily news roundups / Featured

“Worst ongoing saga of the year,” more news

The Union’s handling of Chris Seitz is called the “worst ongoing saga” of the year. Okugo is called up to USMNT U-20 training camp. Two players with local ties are named to 2011 Generation adidas class and lists, lots of lists.

Fan Culture / Featured

2010: a year of Philly soccer for the ages

2010 was one for the ages when it comes to soccer in the Philadelphia area. We take a look back at what made 2010 such a special year.

Daily news roundups

Rooney (the other one) to MLS, more news

The other Rooney signs a deal with MLS; Dwayne De Rosario is a naughty boy; Hercules Gomez pulls a prank; Jack Warner is still a crook and CONCACAF president; the insidious influence of Stanky Legg and more morning news.

Daily news roundups

It snows, Le Toux wins assist of the year

More recognition of Le Toux’s awesomeness, Rapinoe to the Independence, some MLS news and more. I’ve got some serious shoveling to do.

England / Featured / History / World Soccer History

Soccer and the Christmas Truce of 1914

The power of soccer is such that it has helped to start wars. It has also given vent to the emotions of wars long over. And it has stopped wars, if only for a day.

Featured / History / Philadelphia Soccer History

Christmas soccer in 1890s Philadelphia

A look at Christmas soccer in Philadelphia in the 1890s, the beginning of organized league play in the city.