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Match previews

Preview: Union vs New England Revolution

by × on March 17, 2016 at 11:30 am × 21 comments

Both Philly and New England have yet to establish an identity this season. The Union will look to build on last week’s win as they aim for the first of (at least) ten home victories in 2016.

A View from Afar / Commentary

11 soccer heresies from afar

by × on March 17, 2016 at 11:07 am × 41 comments

PSP’s Dan Walsh tosses out 11 soccer thoughts that might seem like heresy to soccer fans in Philadelphia and elsewhere.

Daily news roundups

Notes from Curtin’s presser, Kenney proposes Philly International Cup, No. 22, more

by × on March 17, 2016 at 10:08 am × 17 comments

Curtin press conference highlights. Mayor Kenney has proposed a “Philadelphia International Cup” to “feature teams representing the cultures and countries of Philadelphia’s immigrant communities.” Philly ranked No. 22 soccer market in US. More.

Press Conference

Transcript: Jim Curtin’s weekly press conference

by × on March 16, 2016 at 5:47 pm × 23 comments

Curtin discusses the status of Vincent Nogueira, Tranquillo Barnetta, and Roland Alberg, the importance of winning the home opener, the new training facility, and much more.

KYW Philly Soccer Show

KYW Philly Soccer Show: Chris Pontius

by × on March 16, 2016 at 1:16 pm × 0 comments

Chris Pontius joins Greg and Kevin after his two-goal game against Columbus. Then Dave Zeitlin joins the discussion.

National Team Callups

Blake called up by Jamaica for World Cup qualifiers

by × on March 16, 2016 at 11:44 am × 7 comments

Blake will not miss any Union games while away on international duty, March 21-30.

Daily news roundups

Fortress Talen Energy Stadium, Steelmen top City Islanders, FIFA wants restitution

by × on March 16, 2016 at 10:19 am × 51 comments

Curtin targeting minimum of ten homes wins. Late strike sees Bethlehem top Harrisburg in preseason play. FIFA requests corruption restitution. More news.

Player of the Week

Player of the Week: Chris Pontius

by × on March 15, 2016 at 12:00 pm × 6 comments

Pontius scored his first brace since 2012 to give the Union their first win of 2016, and first-ever win in Columbus.

Daily news roundups

Team and Player of the Week honors, Union Academy call ups, more news

by × on March 15, 2016 at 9:21 am × 22 comments

Union named Team of the Week at Goal.com. Blake, Fabinho, and Pontius get multiple Best XI honors. Trusty and Elney called up for US U-20 MNT. More news.

Player ratings

Analysis & player ratings: Columbus Crew 1-2 Philadelphia Union

by × on March 14, 2016 at 12:38 pm × 93 comments

The Union’s defensive organization gave them a chance to win on Saturday, and Chris Pontius did the rest.

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