Articles written by: George Diamond

South Jersey native. Proud founding member of the Philadelphia Union. Can be found playing pickup at Penn Park or in Heyday Athletic leagues. Ray Gaddis-esque defender on the field. Communications Director for the Ocean City Nor'easters.

Match previews

Match Preview: Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati

by × on February 28, 2025 at 1:25 pm × 6 comments

The Union will contend with FC Cincinnati in Philadelphia’s 2025 Home Opener. George Diamond examines both teams’ outlooks ahead of this enticing matchup.

Union match reports

Match Report: Philadelphia Union 4 – Orlando City 2

by × on February 22, 2025 at 11:19 pm × 30 comments

George Diamond recaps an exciting win over Orlando in the Union’s first game of the 2025 MLS season.

Press Conference / Union

Bradley Carnell’s Introductory Press Conference

by × on January 7, 2025 at 9:00 am × 1 comment

George Diamond transcribes Bradley Carnell’s first press conference as the Union’s head coach. Sporting Director Ernst Tanner also fielded questions.

Feature / Local

Player Feature: John McCarthy reaches 3rd MLS Cup

by × on December 7, 2024 at 8:00 am × 6 comments

George Diamond retreads John McCarthy’s career path, highlighting the notable moments on and off the field, ahead of MLS Cup 2024. A brief look at former Union men Carlos Coronel and Cory Burke is also included.

College Soccer / Local

College Roundup: Penn Drawn to 2nd Round, PSU Historic Streak Continues, DII and DIII explored

by × on November 23, 2024 at 9:30 am × 1 comment

George Diamond gives a comprehensive look at the local college soccer field as National Tournaments are in progress.

College Soccer / Commentary / Local

College soccer roundup: Quakers impress, Temple looks for an upset

by × on November 8, 2024 at 10:30 am × 3 comments

George Diamond pulls together an update on the local college soccer scene.

Featured / Player ratings / Union

Player Ratings: Philadelphia Union 2 – Columbus Crew 3

by × on October 7, 2024 at 11:05 am × 6 comments

George Diamond examines player performances after a disappointing loss in Columbus.

Featured / Match previews / Union

Match Preview: Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew

by × on October 5, 2024 at 4:42 pm × 8 comments

George Diamond concisely examines both the Crew and the Union ahead of their potential fateful MLS matchup.

Featured / Match previews / Union

Match Preview: Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United

by × on September 27, 2024 at 1:55 pm × 2 comments

George Diamond examines the Union and Atlanta’s chances ahead of a Saturday Showdown at Subaru Park.

Featured / Player ratings

Player Ratings: Philadelphia Union 5 – NYCFC 1

by × on September 20, 2024 at 2:28 pm × 8 comments

George Diamond assess player performances after a thorough beating of NYCFC on Wednesday

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