The last time a pro soccer All-Star Game took place in Philly, the NASL’s Team America all-stars took on England at JFK Stadium on May 31, 1976. Philadelphia-area born goalkeeper Bob Rigby and defender Bobby Smith were two of only six US players on the team.
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PSP photographer Michael Long’s look at Saturday’s Philadelphia Union loss at Red Bull Arena.
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PSP photographer Barb Colligon’s look at the traveling support for Saturday’s game at Red Bull Arena