Andre Blake must start the U.S. Open Cup final
Jim Curtin has an important decision to make. Andre Blake’s fantastic play has made it a whole lot easier. PSP’s Dan Walsh lays out the case.
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A View from Afar
Philadelphia Soccer History
Philly and the US Open Cup Final
As the Union prepare to host their second US Open Cup final, a look at Philadelphia-area teams in the final throughout the history of the country’s oldest national soccer tournament, which has had local winners ten times since 1914.
SEPA Soccer Hall of Fame
SEPA Soccer Hall of Fame launches sixth annual “Coats for Chester” drive
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame’s Coats for Chester drive begins its sixth year on Oct. 1
Daily news roundups
Big decisions as Union ready for Open Cup final, TOW honors for Blake and White, more news
Curtin says he’s confident either Blake or McCarthy can help get a win in Wednesday’s final. More Open Cup final and team news. FIFA hands Jack Warner a lifetime ban. More news.
Player ratings
Player ratings & (brief) analysis: Revolution 1-1 Union
The Union sat back and absorbed New England’s pressure. They earned a point through Andre Blake’s heroism and Fernando Aristeguieta’s fine finish, but they will need to transition with much more success to trouble Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday.
Commentary
You play to win the game: Why the Open Cup Trophy constitutes a successful season
Kevin Kinkead on why an Open Cup win would make for a successful season, even with missing the playoffs.
Daily news roundups
Blaketacular: Recaps and reaction from Union draw with NE, league results, latest FIFA scandal news
Reaction to Andre Blake’s outstanding goalkeeping effort in Saturday’s draw. League results wrap. Latest FIFA scandal news after opening of Swiss investigation into Sepp Blatter. More.
Postgame
Postgame quotes: Revolution 1-1 Union
Postgame comments from Jim Curtin, Fernando Artisteguieta, and Andre Blake.
Union / Union match reports
Match report: New England Revolution 1-1 Philadelphia Union
Fernando Aristeguieta and Andre Blake were the heroes as the Union earned a road point against New England Saturday night.
Daily news roundups
Who will Union play against NE? FIFA confirms dates for 2022 World Cup in Qatar, more news
With Open Cup final looming, who will start against New England? WIll Open Cup final be broadcast on ESPN2? FIFA confirms 2022 World Cup will run November 21 through December 18. More.
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