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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.

Union match reports / US Open Cup

Match Report: Philadelphia Union 2-0 New England Revolution

Early first and second half goals put the Union into the US Open Cup semifinals with 2-0 storm-interrupted win

FIFA World Cup / USMNT / USMNT Player Ratings

Player Ratings: USA 1-2 Belgium

The lack of a consistent American attack made things far too easy for the Belgians and were it not for Tim Howard, they likely would have wrapped things up in normal time.