The Union slogged through Tuesday night’s water-logged friendly, failing to find their top gear, falling to the City Islanders 3-2.
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Player of the Week: Sainey Touray
The Harrisburg attacker scored a brace against New York to secure one of the week’s biggest upsets and send his team ahead to a dream US Open Cup matchup with Philadelphia Union.
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.
A friendly affair: Union edge United 3-2
Ray Gaddis returned to his old stomping grounds, Roger Torres returned from injury, and Gabriel Farfan left injured in an exciting but chippy 3-2 win for Philadelphia Union over PDL affiliate Reading United.
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.