2010 was one for the ages when it comes to soccer in the Philadelphia area. We take a look back at what made 2010 such a special year.
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Soccer and the Christmas Truce of 1914
The power of soccer is such that it has helped to start wars. It has also given vent to the emotions of wars long over. And it has stopped wars, if only for a day.
Christmas soccer in 1890s Philadelphia
A look at Christmas soccer in Philadelphia in the 1890s, the beginning of organized league play in the city.
Union bound? More news
Rumors emerge linking Colombian central defender Carlos Valdez to a one year loan to the Union; Penn State and Reading United star striker Corey Hertzog signs a Generation Adidas contract and the Union should have first dibs; The Independence have a new home and more Thursday morning news.
Union sign Pfeffer
The Union announced on Wednesday the signing of Zach Pfeffer as their first Homegrown Player. The 15-year-old is the fourth youngest player to sign a MLS contract.
Who deserves the Ballon d’Or?
The player who most deserves FIFA’s highest individual honor isn’t even on the short list.