The PSP talks with Eugene Martin, director of the forthcoming film, The Anderson Monarchs. Hailing from South Philadelphia, the Anderson Monarchs are the only all-girl, African-American soccer team in the US. Nominated for Sports Team of the Year in Sports Illustrated in 2008, the Guardian said they might be the most important sports team in the U.S.
Second half substitute Amy Rodriguez powers the Independence to a comeback 2-2 draw away to Sky Blue FC in the season opener.
Roundup of reaction to Union win over Red Bulls and more morning news.
Full analysis and player ratings as the Union’s young players inspire them to a third victory
Saturday night’s hero Roger Torres assisted on Jack McInerney’s opening goal in the 50th minute with Chris Agorsor scoring the game winner in the 81st minute.
First place belongs to Philadelphia after the Union put in a typical working man’s performance to down the overpaid, over-the-hill stars from New York.
Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 1-0 on a Roger Torres second half goal. Here are some photos PSP shot fieldside.
Nowak says the team’s mental and physical condition after the USOC loss is fine. Califf says the team are the kind of guys you want to have on your side in a fight. Expect a summer friendlies announcement in “30 days or so.” Independence season opener on Sunday. More news and your weekend television listings.
Kyle Nakazawa and the Union are waiting for Saturday’s big match against the floating pink cows of doom from up Route 95. PSP has a preview.
Nowak is proud of how the Union played in Wednesday’s loss to DC United in the US Open Cup and has some strong words about the officiating. Despite assist from Amobi Okugo, US knocked out of qualifying for U-20 World Cup by Guatemala in 2-1 loss. Eric Hassli: Big and stupid. Video match highlights of Union and US loss and more news.
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