All-Star Game happenings including a celebrity BearFight! USWNT kicks off Olympic campaign. Playground build in Chester. Bare minimum mention of Nowak. More news.
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Philadelphia: A laboratory for U.S. soccer
Six weeks ago, the All-Star game looked like a potential PR nightmare for MLS. Today, it could be a chance to highlight the future of American soccer. PSP explains.
Philadelphians Abroad: Olsen returns home for ASG
This week a local lad returns home for the annual MLS All Star Game against Chelsea.
The last pro soccer All-Star Game in Philly
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.
Nowak sues the Union
The former Philadelphia Union manager filed suit over his severance package. Court documents lay out for the first time the specifics of why the Union fired him, details of Nowak’s contract, and conflict between Nowak and Union CEO Nick Sakiewicz. UPDATED
Analysis & player ratings: Union 0-2 Red Bulls
A lack of attacking chemistry and the bulldozer that is Kenny Cooper combined to end the Union’s winning streak at three.