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Analysis

How Carlos Valdes destroyed his Philadelphia Union legacy

February 12, 2015 by Kevin Kinkead 22 comments

Kevin Kinkead explores the seemingly neverending series of loan sagas have tarnished the legacy of Carlos Valdes’ time with the Union.

Youth Soccer

Youth Soccer: We’re Doing it Wrong, Part 4

February 12, 2015 by Scott Pugh 27 comments

We all want our kids to play smarter. How can we be smarter as teachers? Scott Pugh continues his look at what we’re doing wrong when it comes to youth soccer development.

Daily news roundups

Vitoria introduced, Berry trialing with Cosmos, report says HCI considering relocating, more

February 12, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 60 comments

Notes from Vitoria’s introduction to the media. Berry joins Cosmos for trial. Report says City Islanders considering relocating. MLS and national team news. More.

Press Conference

Transcript: Steven Vitoria press conference with Jim Curtin and Chris Albright

February 11, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 9 comments

Transcript of Steven Vitoria’s comments to reporters during Wednesday’s teleconference with additional comments from Jim Curtin and Chris Albright

KYW Philly Soccer Show

KYW Philly Soccer Show: Preseason roundtable with Kevin Kinkead and Dave Zeitlin

February 11, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 23 comments

Kevin Kinkead and Dave Zeitlin join Greg and Eli for a preseason roundtable. Topics include the arrival of Steven Vitoria and the Union’s needs at forward and left back.

Daily news roundups

Vitoria debuts as Union lose 1-0 to Rowdies, Marfan joins DC, more news

February 11, 2015 by Ed Farnsworth 76 comments

Steven Vitoria debuts in Union loss to Tampa Bay Rowdies. Union U-17s in Generation adidas Cup play this weekend. League and national team news. Whopping Premier League deal. More.