Burgeoning MLS, social stances, and the labor situation
Earl Reed looks at how MLS can rise above the problems other major US sport leagues are facing.
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Philadelphia Soccer History / US Open Cup
1960 US Open Cup final is a tough act to follow
In the 1960 US Open Cup final, Philadelphia’s Ukrainian Nationals came from behind three times over 120 minutes to win the championship with Mike Noha scoring all five of the Uke Nats goals. Roger Allaway has the story.
USMNT
Recap and reaction: Czech Republic 0–1 USMNT
After a 39th minute goal from Alejandro Bedoya, Nick Rimando backstopped a young US squad through a threatening second half.
Philadelphia Soccer History / US Open Cup
Philadelphia German Americans win the 1936 US Open Cup
On May 3, 1936, Philadelphia German Americans became the first amateur team, and the first team from the city of Philadelphia, to win the US Open Cup.
USMNT
Preview: Czech Republic v USMNT
The U.S. takes on the Czech Republic on Wednesday in what will be a low-pressure affair.
Player ratings / US Open Cup
Player ratings & analysis: Union 1-1 Dallas (4-3)
A cagey match opened up in the second half, then the spotlight fell — as it often has recently — on Zac MacMath.
Union match reports / US Open Cup
US Open Cup semifinal: Union 1-1 Dallas (4-3 APK)
A mistake followed by a massive save. Zac MacMath shone in the shootout as the Union win and now will host the 2014 US Open Cup final at PPL Park on Sept. 16.
Match previews / US Open Cup
US Open Cup semifinal preview: Union at FC Dallas
Dallas are undefeated in eight league games since May 31, including the only Union loss under Jim Curtin, the consequence of a fluky own-goal.
MLS
Did MLS need to draw a line in the pro/rel sand?
MLS says they will never participate in promotion and relegation. Earl Reed looks at how this admission might alienate fans who might give the league another chance.
USMNT
USMNT crow tasted good: rough finish, decent aftertaste
PSP’s Earl Reed looks back at a surprising USMNT performance in Brazil, which left many (including himself) eating a helping of crow.
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