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A transfer target list for Philadelphia Union

PSP’s Dan Walsh plays the transfer target game by laying out several players the Union should consider acquiring. (One of the players pictured tops the list.)

Analysis

True and false dichotomies, and evaluating the Union’s roster

PSP’s Dan Walsh looks at Philadelphia Union’s roster and evaluates which players should stay and which should go. But first, he has a brief go on the state of the world and how it applies to soccer. (It’s a bit of a reach, but at least it’s … interesting.)

Analysis

Who is Octavio Zambrano? — UPDATED

Zambrano will reportedly be named the club’s new sporting director. PSP’s Dan Walsh explores his background, from his successful MLS tenure to the potentially disturbing similarities he may have to Peter Nowak. UPDATE: This post has been updated with quite a few new details and quotes from Zambrano.

Analysis

“Welcome to Earth:” Union defense, wide play, and Fabinho

Kevin Kinkead looks at the Union’s struggles in defense and wide play, and Fabinho’s recent strong form.

Analysis / Women's World Cup

Optimism after US finishes top of Group D at the Women’s World Cup

Jami Dansingburg analyzes the US win over Nigeria to conclude group play at the Women’s World Cup.

Analysis

US Women control own destiny after standoff with Sweden

New PSP contributor Jami Dansingberg analyzes the USWNT’s scoreless draw against Sweden and looks ahead to Tuesday’s final group game against Nigeria.

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Analysis / MLS

MLS All-Star Ballot: Here’s how we voted

The fan vote for the MLS roster for the All-Star Game is now open. Here’s how PSP voted on the media ballot.

Analysis / MLS

MLS All-Star Game: Here’s How I Voted

The fan vote for the MLS roster for the All-Star Game is now open. Here’s how Kevin Kinkead voted on the media ballot.

Analysis

The call was wrong: A closer look at the Marquez red card

Kevin Kinkead breaks down why the red card on Richie Marquez in Vancouver was the wrong call.

Analysis

Has NYCFC found a home at Columbia University?

Reports say NYCFC wants to build a soccer stadium at Columbia’s athletic complex. PSP writer slash Columbia alum Peter Andrews breaks down the what and why of a possibly huge move for MLS.