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The origins of soccer in Philadelphia, part 4: The first account of soccer-style football after codification?

Our series continues with a look at football in Philadelphia after the 1863 code, including what may be the first newspaper accounts of a soccer-style game in the city.

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The origins of soccer in Philadelphia, part 2: Colonial football

Our series continues with a look at football in colonial and post revolutionary Philadelphia.

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Jay Sugarman finally steps up

Philadelphia Union principal owner Jay Sugarman. In a news conference. About the Union. Wait, what? Yeah. Really. PSP reacts with hearts aflutter.

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Assessing the Curtin hire

Great move? Or unambitious and cheap? PSP’s Dan Walsh assesses Philadelphia Union’s decision to hire Jim Curtin as manager.

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Second Teams: Uruguay

Still looking for that Second Team to root for? Uruguay is back in the underdog’s seat after a shock loss to Costa Rica. Here’s why you should back them, as PSP continues its World Cup series.

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Second Teams: Argentina

Steak dinners at midnight, those classic uniforms, and a high-octane attack. Scott Ellis shares why Argentina should be your second team for the World Cup.

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Union fire assistant coach and technical director Rob Vartughian

The Union have dismissed the last coach remaining from the team’s inaugural 2010 season. (Vartughian, pictured at left)

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Second Teams: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Forget the game itself. Think of what the soccer can do. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, it can do something far larger than sports itself. That’s why, if you’re going to root for any team in the World Cup other than the U.S., PSP’s Dan Walsh thinks it’s these guys.

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Donovan left out: Klinsmann gives up on 2014

Jurgen Klinsmann meant to send a message, but he sent the wrong one. PSP’s Dan Walsh lays it out.

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Union supporters having a tough time supporting

Times are tough for Union fans, some of whom have been increasingly vocal in their displeasure with the team. Earl Reed considers what’s behind the boos.