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Freddy Adu introduced at Union press conference

by Adam Cann × on August 12, 2011 at 4:05 pm × 9 comments

Freddy Adu was introduced at PPL Park today. Quotes from the player and manager Peter Nowak.

Preview: Philadelphia Union vs. FC Dallas

by Eli Pearlman-Storch × on August 12, 2011 at 10:33 am × 3 comments

The Philadelphia soccer community has been buzzing this week with the National Team in town and today’s signing of Freddy Adu. The Union should harness that positivity and claim their first win over visiting FC Dallas.

Featured / Local

What does Freddy Adu change? Everything

by Adam Cann × on August 12, 2011 at 9:39 am × 18 comments

Freddy Adu is joining the Union. The on-field implications are clear, but this move changes a lot more than the starting lineup.

Featured / Photo essays

USA vs Mexico – fan portraits

by Nicolae Stoian × on August 12, 2011 at 9:08 am × 0 comments

Part of the fun surrounding Wednesday’s USA v Mexico game was the gathering of some very colorful supporters of both teams. The PSP’s Nicolae Stoian presents this photo essay of fans inside and outside of the Linc.

Daily news roundups / Featured

It’s official: Reunited and it feels so good!

by Ed Farnsworth × on August 12, 2011 at 8:21 am × 1 comment

The Union announced on Friday morning that they have signed Freddy Adu on a free transfer. Watch the press conference live on CSN from 1pm. More news and your weekend TV listings. [Update: Adu eligible for Saturday.]

Featured / Union

Freddy Adu to the Union

by Ed Farnsworth × on August 11, 2011 at 3:04 pm × 19 comments

Soccer By Ives and Fox Sports reports, and the Daily News and Comcast SportsNet confirms, that Freddy Adu will sign with the Philadelphia Union. An announcement from the club is expected on Friday. [Updated]

Featured / USMNT

USA v Mexico match report & player ratings

by Eli Pearlman-Storch × on August 11, 2011 at 11:22 am × 11 comments

Old US Soccer, meet new US Soccer. After a truly Bradley-esque first half, Jurgen Klinsmann reshuffled the team into a faster, more confident attacking outfit that almost stole a victory from Mexico.