It’s Day 2 of Talking Tactics. Time to talk defense, goalkeeping and make odd, but accurate Monty Python references.
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A matter of identity
Philadelphia Union’s throwback jersey isn’t merely an homage to Bethlehem Steel’s soccer club. If you look a little deeper, it’s far, far more. PSP explains.
Hack says starting XI not yet set, Pfeffer scores 1st for Hoff, more news
Hack says starting XI for Saturday’s opener not yet set in wide ranging press conference. Zach Pfeffer scores first league goal for Hoffenheim U-19s. Garber speaks. Altidore scores (again). More news.
In pictures: Union meet and greet at Xfinity Live!
PSP photographer Paul Rudderow was on hand at Xfinity Live as the Philadelphia Union unveiled the new third kit. Hundreds were on hand to see the new kit and meet the players and coaching staff.
Tactics Talk: Day 1
4-4-2, 4-3-3, 4-5-1,4-2-3-1? We’re all still guessing as to the Union’s 2013 formation, so why not just talk about what we think is best?
Why Bethlehem Steel FC?
When the Union take to the pitch at PPL Park on Saturday they will be continuing their own chapter in the long history of soccer in the Philadelphia area that stretches back to Bethlehem Steel FC and beyond.