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MLS

The team that Garber built: NYCFC is MLS team No. 20

PSP’s Earl Reed runs over the big picture related to the big New York City FC announcement.

Reading United: Match Reports / US Open Cup

Match Report: Reading United 1 – 0 Harrisburg City Islanders

In the second round US Open Cup battle of the Union affiliates, amateur side Reading United scored early and held on to defeat pro side Harrisburg City Islanders.

Ocean City Nor'easters / US Open Cup

Ocean City defeats Pittsburgh in USOC, will face Union in 3rd round

A 67th minute goal from Ken Tribett proved to be the difference as amateur side Ocean City Nor’easters upset professional side Pittsburgh Riverhounds in the second round of the US Open Cup.

MLS

Gabriel Farfan: I asked for a trade

In an interview with PSP, Farfan explains why he asked for a trade and abdicated his starting role at left back.

USMNT

USMNT: Notes on the roster for upcoming WCQs

PSP takes a look at the USMNT roster for the upcoming Centennial friendlies and World Cup qualifiers. it’s a list full of big guns and veterans, but there were some interesting inclusions and ommissions.

MLS

A most curious move: The Gabriel Farfan trade

Trading Gabriel Farfan? This may be John Hackworth’s most questionable move, writes one PSP contributor who has been a big Hackworth defender. Here’s why. UPDATED with video of Hackworth’s press conference on Wednesday.

MLS

NY2: Departing from recent MLS expansion success?

Does it really make sense for the twentieth MLS franchise to be in New York City? Earl Reed explores.

MLS

How to fix soccer officiating? Common sense

PSP makes the case for why 5 refs are better than 3 (and goal-line technology). Yes, we’re using common sense again, in a way that no one else seems to be, because unlike Europe, we actually have other successful team sports to draw upon for examples. Also, a few quick hits on the Union.

MLS Rules

Loans between MLS teams given green light for 2013

MLS recently announced a new intra-league loan mechanism. Does is it make sense? Who from the Union might be a possible candidate for a loan? Earl Reed explores.

MLS

Which is the worst team in MLS?

Everyone talks about the best teams. But it can be much more fulfilling to check out the team that sucks the most.