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The latest Union coach speculation

Despite Jim Curtin getting the nod from ownership for a return next year, there has been some speculation about alternatives on the coaching staff. PSP’s Dan Walsh takes a crack at it.

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The return of Brendan Burke

Why is the naming of Brendan Burke as head coach of Bethlehem Steel such a positive for the Philadelphia Union organization? Sean Doyle explains.

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Union 2.0 begins in Earnest

Philadelphia Union 2.0 has begun. PSP’s Dan Walsh lays it out.

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On Earnie Stewart, Octavio Zambrano, Shep Messing and the Union GM search

PSP’s Dan Walsh looks at the case for Earnie Stewart as the head of Union soccer operations and shares some new information on how the search process has changed post-Sakiewicz.

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Is it time to replace Klinsmann as USMNT coach?

PSP’s Dan Walsh says it’s time to reconsider whether Jurgen Klinsmann is the right man to coach the U.S. men’s national team. Here’s why.

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A look at the Union quotes of the week

PSP’s Dan Walsh dissects the key quotes of the last few days regarding Philadelphia Union and looks at what they mean for the team in the big picture.

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Assessing Nick Sakiewicz and what comes next

PSP’s Dan Walsh assesses the firing of Philadelphia Union chief executive Nick Sakiewicz and looks at what initial steps the Union should take next to right their course.

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You play to win the game: Why the Open Cup Trophy constitutes a successful season

Kevin Kinkead on why an Open Cup win would make for a successful season, even with missing the playoffs.

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More than a trophy at stake in U.S. Open Cup final

With fan support fading even as Philadelphia Union right the course on the playing field, next week’s U.S. Open Cup final is more important than ever. PSP’s Dan Walsh explains.

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The right way to play the game

Columbus Crew demonstrates what it is to have an attractive, definable style of play. Can Philadelphia Union find a positive, effective style of their own? PSP’s Dan Walsh takes a look.