Ben O'Brien

Articles written by: Ben O'Brien

A resident of Old City in Philadelphia, Ben graduated from Temple University with a degree in Economics and Risk Management. He possesses average soccer playing skills, but excels in watching the game from the couch.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: Union finalizing signings, USMNT and USWNT in action

by Ben O'Brien × on July 29, 2021 at 3:04 pm × 1 comment

Also, a blockbuster trade in MLS.

Match preview: Inter Miami CF vs Philadelphia Union

by Ben O'Brien × on July 23, 2021 at 1:00 pm × 8 comments

On short rest, the Union travel across the Sunshine State on Sunday night to take on Inter Miami CF.

Commentary

For club or country?

by Ben O'Brien × on July 22, 2021 at 10:30 am × 6 comments

In the midst of an engaging summer of international soccer, Ben O’Brien compares the club and international games.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: Midweek MLS action, USWNT lose to Sweden

by Ben O'Brien × on July 22, 2021 at 9:45 am × 0 comments

Plus, the Union begin their Florida road trip tonight and the Gold Cup quarterfinal fixtures are set for this weekend.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: England reaches first major final since 1966; Union square off tonight against RBNY

by Ben O'Brien × on July 8, 2021 at 10:30 am × 0 comments

Also, takeaways from Wednesday’s MLS action and Seattle Sounders set a new record.

Match previews / Union

Match preview: Chicago Fire vs. Philadelphia Union

by Ben O'Brien × on June 25, 2021 at 12:45 pm × 5 comments

The Union travel to Chicago to take on the Fire Saturday night.

Daily news roundups / Uncategorized

News roundup: Jim Curtin signs contract extension, “The Octagonal” lineup set

by Ben O'Brien × on June 17, 2021 at 9:52 am × 5 comments

Plus, Daniel Gazdag withdraws from Hungary’s Euro squad due to injury.

Match previews / Union

Match Preview: Philadelphia Union vs Portland Timbers

by Ben O'Brien × on May 28, 2021 at 12:00 pm × 4 comments

The Portland Timbers come to town for the first time in approximately two years. The Union are looking to avenge that result and keep their streak of unbeaten matches going.