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Ernst Tanner’s Bethlehem “to do” list

Ernst Tanner and his two technical staffs have quite a few players left to find and sign. Santos and Freese are the tip of the iceberg.

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The early returns on Ernst Tanner after a statement signing

Ernst Tanner made a statement with an early striker signing. PSP’s Dan Walsh assesses the Union sporting director’s early moves, which are a mixed bag so far but definitely look impactful.

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Postgame analysis: NYCFC 3 – 1 Philadelphia Union

Jim Curtin said that NYC deserved to win that game. PSP’s Ryan Rose agrees and takes a look at why.

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Postgame analysis: NYCFC 3-1 Union

With an all-important rematch against NYC on the horizon, what can the Union learn from Sunday’s shabby outing?

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Playoff match preview: Bethlehem Steel at Louisville City FC

What to expect from Bethlehem’s match in Louisville Saturday night.

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Postgame analysis: Union 0-1 NYRB

The Union outplayed arguably the league’s best team in most aspects of Sunday’s game, save for one key one: The final product. PSP’s Dan Walsh analyzes the situation and puts a spotlight on the right winger spot currently occupied by C.J. Sapong.

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USL Quarterfinal preview: Bethlehem Steel FC at Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Tim Jones lays out what to expect from Bethlehem and Pittsburgh Saturday night on the banks of the Monongahela.

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If Bethlehem defeats Tampa Bay, they make the playoffs

Here’s our best guess at how the east’s season finales will shake out into the conference playoff quarterfinals. Places 5 through 10 are separated by only four points, and Bethlehem’s outcomes range from fifth-place to missing out entirely. Even if there are five other major upsets, If Bethlehem wins on Sunday they will secure the last playoff spot.

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CONCACAF’s Nations League

Two new international soccer initiatives commence in the FIFA international window this weekend. Tim Jones describes and explains one, the Concacaf Nations League. You may watch bits of the other, the UEFA Nations League, on TV Thursday through Tuesday.

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Postgame analysis: Philadelphia Union v. Orlando City SC

The Union nearly took all three points from Orlando City over the weekend. The team is playing with confidence like never before in their history, and it’s worth exploring what that means to Union players and fans alike.