The Philly Soccer Page

The early returns on Ernst Tanner after a statement signing

by Dan Walsh × on December 17, 2018 at 10:25 am × 9 comments

Ernst Tanner made a statement with an early striker signing. PSP’s Dan Walsh assesses the Union sporting director’s early moves, which are a mixed bag so far but definitely look impactful.

Featured

News roundup: the Union make a move, Atlanta is for the children, and Pep tampers expectations

by Jim O'Leary × on December 17, 2018 at 9:22 am × 12 comments

Plus: eSports drama, Steel opener announced, and and Pulisic is allegedly headed for England

Breaking News / Union

Union sign Brazilian striker Sergio Santos

by Peter Andrews × on December 14, 2018 at 10:34 am × 15 comments

The Union announced the signing of 24-year-old striker Sergio Santos on Friday morning.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: Epps goes to NYRB, voting for new kit tags begins and Chelsea is falling in a few ways

by Sara Griswold × on December 14, 2018 at 8:59 am × 14 comments

Red Bulls pick up Marcus Epps, fans can vote on new kit tags designed by ten different people and Chelsea is falling down the table while their fans are ruining their reputation.

Soccer Books

Book review: Keep Possession by Drew Leiden

by Jim O'Leary × on December 13, 2018 at 9:30 am × 0 comments

If you’re looking to be entertained this soccer-themed thriller could surprise you.

US / USMNT

The USMNT is taking a step back

by Christian Sandler × on December 12, 2018 at 10:00 am × 10 comments

Christian Sandler asks some tough questions about Gregg Berhalter and his implications for the USMNT’s future.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: Cincinnati’s expansion draft, MLS Cup trophy likes to party, Zack Steffen transfer official

by John Osborn × on December 12, 2018 at 9:15 am × 12 comments

Plus, Union’s Richie Graham new project, Wayne Rooney visits White House, Champion’s League action, more.

A View from Afar / Culture / England

A Philadelphian abroad: An exchange of football in London

by Dan Walsh × on December 11, 2018 at 3:43 pm × 12 comments

PSP’s Dan Walsh had a surreal football experience while in London several weeks ago. The Eagles were in town to play the Jaguars, and all he wanted was to catch an English soccer match. A strange and enlightening series of encounters ensued.