Keon Daniel had a strangely quiet 2012 season after he strangely disappeared from the U.S. due to “visa issues” in late 2011. PSP explores his situation in this season review, including asking whether Daniel was abducted by aliens and replaced by a copy. (Yes, really.)
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Carroll, McInerney & Okugo on SA & SBI best lists, SoB’s a Philly Mag best, more
Carroll, McInerney and Okugo show up on end of the season best lists at Soccer America and SBI. Philly Mag says Sons of Ben one of the best things in the city. How to market new women’s league. Champions League/Europa League merger? More.
The silly season — and why it’s uniquely silly in soccer
The silly season has begun for U.S. soccer fans, but if you think the off-season rumor mill in baseball is crazy, the beautiful game puts it to shame. Here’s why.
Season review: Antoine Hoppenot
Fast, elusive, and feisty, Antoine Hoppenot spent 2012 bustling his way into the hearts of Philadelphians everywhere. Expect nothing less in 2013.
Ansaldi: Union talked to 4 players in Argentina, State of MLS, more news
Union director of international development says the focus is on finding “forwards”and that four players were interviewed during the recent scouting trip in Argentina. Garber on the Sate of MLS. More morning news.
Season Review: Carlos Valdes
While he may not have expected to captain the Union in 2012, Carlos Valdes led his young team from the front, proving his quality at every turn.