Richmond Kickers ended Bethlehem Steel’s undefeated streak while stopping their own string without a win 3-2 at City Stadium in Virginia’s capital.
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A work of fiction: Gulati’s DONGARBER proclamation
In an alternate universe, one where the Union season isn’t beginning to look exactly like almost every other one before it, USSF President Sunil Gulati makes a proclamation that changes everything about American soccer.
Local Spotlight: Yosef Samuel
Yosef Samuel’s journey from Ethiopia to the USA has proved to be successful. Samuel has been finding his stride of late with 14 straight appearances in the 18-man matchday roster for a very hot Bethlehem Steel FC team who begin the second half of their season Saturday.
Steel’s Burke comments on USL’s competitive mix
The 2017 United Soccer League mixes together traditional, stand-alone, independent teams newer and older, with more recent wholly-owned Major League Soccer farm teams. Bethlehem head coach Brendan Burke has commented on the “unique mix.”
Reviewing the Union organization’s depth chart
Wondering about moves during the transfer window? PSP attempts a combined depth chart of the Philadelphia Union-Bethlehem Steel-Philadelphia Union Academy professional rosters.
Player of the week: Alejandro Bedoya
If you’re getting tired of us telling you who is the player of the week (Alejandro Bedoya, obviously), now is your chance to let us know. We’ve included a poll where you can cast a vote for your favorite candidate.