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Independence finish third with fourth loss in a row

The Independence finished the WPS regular season with a 4-1 loss to FC Gold Pride, their fourth loss in a row. The Washington Freedom secured fourth place and a playoff berth against the Independence on Sunday, September 19th in West Chester with a 1-0 victory over Atlanta Beat.

Independence / KYW Philly Soccer Show / Podcasts

KYW’s Philly Soccer Show: Heather Mitts stops by

Heather Mitts sits in and talks about the Philadelphia Independence and the US Women’s National Team. The guys also talk about the Union and their draw against Kansas City.

Harrisburg City Islanders / Local

Furthering the affiliation

Time to evaluate the Harrisburg-Union partnership? Not so fast. PSP has a feeling Nowak and Philadelphia Union aren’t done showing just what can be done in this pioneering relationship, and we take a look at how the City Islanders can change how MLS develops young players.

Independence / Indy match reports

Independence lose, still clinch playoff berth

Though they dropped their third straight match last night, the Independence’s strong start to the year is going to be enough to see them into the postseason thanks to Sky Blue FC’s 1-1 tie with first place FC Gold Pride.

Fan Culture / Local

The treble: Bayern, Bundesliga & Brauhaus Schmitz

PSP visits Philly’s best German soccer pub, where the world’s most underrated league is featured and the food and beer are top class. Here’s what was on the plate, in the glass and on the pitch.

Independence / Indy match reports

Philadelphia Independence 1-2 Boston Breakers

The Independence was downed in their last regular season home game of the season, as a 2nd half penalty was enough for the Boston Breakers to steal all three points. The Independence only have two games left to secure a 2nd place finish in the league.

Independence / Photo essays

Independence vs. Breakers in pictures

New PSP photographer Anna Clay was at the Philadelphia Independence game Sunday, and she has a photo essay of their tough loss to the Boston Breakers.

Casa Soccer League / Local / Local Leagues

Casa Soccer League season preview

Philadelphia’s largest adult amateur soccer league kicks off its fall season this Saturday. PSP reviews last season and offers predictions for all four divisions, complete with wiseass remarks.

Featured / Independence / Indy match reports

Independence lose 1-0, remain in second place

The Independence missed an opportunity to solidify their hold on second place with a 1-0 road loss to Sky Blue FC in a match that featured a 112 minute rain delay.

Featured / Independence / Indy match reports

Lohman’s late goal beats Atlanta in comeback win

Two DiMartino goals, two Rodriguez assists and Lohman’s game winner tops Atlanta to keep the Independence firmly in second place.