As MLS endures a start to the 2015 season marred by controversial refereeing decisions, PSP’s Eli Pearlman-Storch looks at 3 ways the refereeing and broadcasting of rugby could provide insight into fixing soccer’s ongoing officiating problem.
The Philly faithful already knew what he could bring to this team. Now, the whole league does. With his two goals against Real Salt Lake, Fernando Aristeguieta is PSP’s Player of the Week.
Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame is holding its 68th annual awards banquet on May 8 and you’re invited.
Union news. League confirms advanced talks with Minnesota United for next MLS franchise. Garber says league considering expanding beyond 24 teams. More news.
Despite offering precious little threat in the attacking third, the Union came away with 3 goals at Rio Tinto. In the end, Allen Chapman stole the show, unfairly sending the Union back East with only a point to show for their efforts.
Recaps and reaction to Union’s draw at RSL. League results. US U-17s qualify for WC after PK shootout. More news.
Was it a penalty? RSL’s Luke Mulholland says, “In my book, no. ” Jim Curtin agrees: “I don’t think that we get a lot of respect.” UPDATED
A six-goal draw sees the Union exit Salt Lake with a valuable road point. However, a controversial refereeing decision took away what would have been the Union’s first win against RSL.
Reaction to the draw against Colorado, thoughts on the Champions League, and Hank Scorpio. It’s the Week in Tweets!
The Union have a new striker and new center back, but overall the squad looks very similar to 2014’s team. Kevin Minkus looks at whether that roster stability can predict Philly’s points total this season.
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