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Daily news roundups

McCarthy signs, Blake out 4-6 weeks, CBA news, task force recommends shorter Nov/Dec 2022 WC

Union add a goalkeeper, lose another temporarily. CBA news. FIFA task force recommends shorter Nov./Dec. World Cup for 2022. More news.

Signing News

Union sign goalkeeper John McCarthy

Union solidify goalkeeping depth with the signing of Philly native John McCarthy.

Preseason

Stock rising/falling: Union 6-0 London United

Saturday’s win was a good confidence builder but it told us little about the squad and who is in form.

Daily news roundups

Aristeguieta arrives and scores a brace, grim CBA update, league news, Solo back, more

Fernando Aristeguieta scores a brace as Union roll over London United. Report says no progress in CBA negotiations over key issues. League news. Hope Solo named to USWNT Algarve Cup roster. More.

Union match reports

Recap: Philadelphia Union 6-0 London United

Fernando Aristeguieta opened his Union account with a two-goal performance as the Union brushed aside London United with a 6-0 win.

Transfer News

Official: Union acquire Fernando Aristeguieta on loan from Nantes

The Philadelphia Union have announced the acquisition of Venezuelan striker Fernando Aristeguieta.

Daily news roundups

Union bits, CBA talk, Solo expected back with USWNT, more

Vitoria and Catic on video and Reddit. RSL owner says league will “dig their heels in” over free agency. Solo expected to be reinstated with USWNT on Saturday. More news.

Soccer on TV

Footy on the Telly, Feb. 20-26

Your weekly listings of live soccer on TV, online, and on satellite radio.

Analysis

Cristian Maidana was really good in 2014

Cristian Maidana was an incredibly successful playmaker in 2014. For the Union to make a playoff push, the Argentine needs to stay on the pitch in 2015.

Youth Soccer

Youth Soccer: We’re Doing it Wrong, Part 5

Scott Pugh continues his look at youth soccer development. Topics include the pitfalls of identifying players with a particular position at too early an age and how adults’ desire for wins can negatively impact playing time.