2010: The best and worst of Philly soccer
PSP takes a look at the best and worst of Philly soccer, from PPL Park and Holmfridur to Joe Biden and the World Cup (or lack thereof).
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Daily news roundups / Featured
“Worst ongoing saga of the year,” more news
The Union’s handling of Chris Seitz is called the “worst ongoing saga” of the year. Okugo is called up to USMNT U-20 training camp. Two players with local ties are named to 2011 Generation adidas class and lists, lots of lists.
Fan Culture / Featured
2010: a year of Philly soccer for the ages
2010 was one for the ages when it comes to soccer in the Philadelphia area. We take a look back at what made 2010 such a special year.
Daily news roundups
Rooney (the other one) to MLS, more news
The other Rooney signs a deal with MLS; Dwayne De Rosario is a naughty boy; Hercules Gomez pulls a prank; Jack Warner is still a crook and CONCACAF president; the insidious influence of Stanky Legg and more morning news.
Daily news roundups
It snows, Le Toux wins assist of the year
More recognition of Le Toux’s awesomeness, Rapinoe to the Independence, some MLS news and more. I’ve got some serious shoveling to do.
England / Featured / History / World Soccer History
Soccer and the Christmas Truce of 1914
The power of soccer is such that it has helped to start wars. It has also given vent to the emotions of wars long over. And it has stopped wars, if only for a day.
Featured / History / Philadelphia Soccer History
Christmas soccer in 1890s Philadelphia
A look at Christmas soccer in Philadelphia in the 1890s, the beginning of organized league play in the city.
Daily news roundups / Featured
Union bound? More news
Rumors emerge linking Colombian central defender Carlos Valdez to a one year loan to the Union; Penn State and Reading United star striker Corey Hertzog signs a Generation Adidas contract and the Union should have first dibs; The Independence have a new home and more Thursday morning news.
Featured / Union
Union sign Pfeffer
The Union announced on Wednesday the signing of Zach Pfeffer as their first Homegrown Player. The 15-year-old is the fourth youngest player to sign a MLS contract.
Daily news roundups
Not this season, more news
Landon Donovan says he won’t be going to Everton; news from the Union/City Islanders open tryout; Independence signings; Timbers partner with local brewery; USNTs January call ups; Holden highest rated player in Premiership; Bates says boycott 2018 and 2022; Benitez sacked by Inter; PSP photog at UEFA and more news
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