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We’re number 2! I mean 3. Uh, make that 4.

Union ranked 2nd, 3rd or 4th depending on where you look. Is a “strategic partnership” with Atletico Madrid in the works for the Union? Cats in Portland, grass in Seattle. Beckham says he may stay in…snore…More more news.

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Union reserves 2-1 win over Red Bulls in pictures

The Philadelphia Union won their first Reserve League match against the Red Bulls 2-1. Earl Gardner documents the scene on and off the pitch..

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The Anderson Monarchs

The PSP talks with Eugene Martin, director of the forthcoming film, The Anderson Monarchs. Hailing from South Philadelphia, the Anderson Monarchs are the only all-girl, African-American soccer team in the US. Nominated for Sports Team of the Year in Sports Illustrated in 2008, the Guardian said they might be the most important sports team in the U.S.

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Sky Blue FC 2 – 2 Philadelphia Independence

Second half substitute Amy Rodriguez powers the Independence to a comeback 2-2 draw away to Sky Blue FC in the season opener.

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Player ratings and analysis from Union win

Full analysis and player ratings as the Union’s young players inspire them to a third victory

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Union Reserves 2 – 1 New York Red Bulls Reserves

Saturday night’s hero Roger Torres assisted on Jack McInerney’s opening goal in the 50th minute with Chris Agorsor scoring the game winner in the 81st minute.

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Match report: Union 1-0 Energy Drinks

First place belongs to Philadelphia after the Union put in a typical working man’s performance to down the overpaid, over-the-hill stars from New York.

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Union 1-0 Red Bulls in photos

Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 1-0 on a Roger Torres second half goal. Here are some photos PSP shot fieldside.

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Nowak: “The spirit is great”

Nowak says the team’s mental and physical condition after the USOC loss is fine. Califf says the team are the kind of guys you want to have on your side in a fight. Expect a summer friendlies announcement in “30 days or so.” Independence season opener on Sunday. More news and your weekend television listings.

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Union lose to DC United on penalties

Philadelphia fell to DC United on penalty kicks and are out of the US Open Cup.