The thirty referees who will handle South Africa’s World Cup matches were announced over the weekend. And yes, “handle” is being used in a punny sense here as Swedish whistleman Martin Hansson is the most controversial inclusion. Hansson missed Thierry Henry’s clear handball in France’s victory over Ireland that secured […]
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Union 5-0 UNC: What did we learn?
What did we learn from Philadelphia Union’s match against the University of North Carolina? A few things. (Not nearly as much as if I was actually there, instead of dodging three feet of snow, but I digress.) The Union are much better than a good college team. Yay! No, really. […]
Daily news roundup
The Philadelphia Daily News has some details on Philadelphia Union’s friendly with FC Dallas, likely set for sometime around the second week of March in Tampa. Goal.com has a good look at what the New York Red Bulls are doing to improve. Basically, they’re raiding the Scandinavian leagues. The CBC’s Jason […]
Le Toux hat trick leads Union to 5-0 win
Philadelphia Union dominated the University of North Carolina in a 5-0 win Saturday in the team’s first formal exhibition match. Sebastien Le Toux rang up a hat trick in the first half to lead the Union, while Shea Salinas and Jack McInerney netted in the second half to round out the […]
Union friendly on Saturday
Just a reminder, Philadelphia Union will play the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill) on Saturday night in an exhibition match. If you’re going to Greensboro, N.C., we want to hear from you! Contact us at phillysoccer3@gmail.com or via the Contact page above to let us know about the experience. […]
Donovan’s play in the EPL undercuts the naysayers, strengthens MLS’ ability to lure top talent
Imagine the impact should Donovan- adjusting to life wonderfully on the right flank rather than his preferred central attacking, nonetheless- help take The Toffees to Europe next season with a finish in the Prem’s top four.

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