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H-burg friendly, Chester, USA, Euros, more

Union friendly against Harrisburg. The Chester – Union disconnect. USA in Guatemala. The Euros, more.

City Islanders vs. Union live chat!

Follow the City Islanders vs. Union friendly with a live chat hosted by PSP’s Eli Pearlman-Storch direct from HersheyPark .

Fans’ View: Fans from afar

Avery Kravitz reminds everyone that Union fans don’t only live in the area.

Philadelphians Abroad: Hertzog, Hoppenot star

Corey Hertzog continued his goal-scoring prowess for Wilmington by netting at Harrisburg, Antoine Hoppenot broke through for the Union, and more in this week’s roundup of Philly area players’ performances in the pros.

Report: Peter Nowak applies for Scottish job

Philadelphia Union manager Peter Nowak has applied for the manager’s post at Hearts in the Scottish Premier League, a Scottish newspaper reported today.

UPDATE: Nowak has denied the report.

Report: US 3-1 Antigua & Barbuda

The final was 3-1 but the United States was far from convincing in defeating Antigua & Barbados.

To play or not to play travel soccer

Making the move from recreational to travel soccer can be a big step. New PSP writer Alison Mickel looks at some of the pros and cons for both players and their parents.

Know your affiliate: Reading United AC

PSP brings in-depth look at Reading United AC, the Union affiliate and perennial breeding ground of MLS draft picks, in advance of Saturday’s friendly with the Union in Reading.

Inside Reading: Breakthroughs on & off the field

Reading United defender Kyle McCarthy’s behind the scenes look at life as a United player continues.

Fans’ view: The Reading-Philly connection

A look at the Reading-Philadelphia sport connection ahead of Saturday’s friendly between Reading United and the Union.