The Philly Soccer Page

“Gaddis Island” — The fullback MLS needs

by Adam Cann × on July 18, 2014 at 8:34 pm × 13 comments

MLS teams like to draft offensive fullbacks and hope their defense develops. Ray Gaddis is the argument to flip the script.

Player ratings

Analysis and Player Ratings: Union 3-1 Red Bulls

by Eli Pearlman-Storch × on July 18, 2014 at 11:30 am × 35 comments

You think the Union looked good on Wednesday night? Wait until Vincent Nogueira and Cristian Maidana get more time together with each playing in their preferred position. Then look out.

Photo essays

In Pictures: Union 3-1 Red Bulls

by Earl Gardner × on July 18, 2014 at 10:55 am × 3 comments

PSP photographer Earl Gardner shares his look at Wednesday’s big win over New York Red Bulls.

Daily news roundups

Valdes says “hours, days” before MLS return, more news

by Ed Farnsworth × on July 18, 2014 at 10:42 am × 11 comments

San Lorenzo rescinds Carlos Valdes contract. Valdes says “hours, days” before he returns to MLS, will begin training next week. Racioppi named to USWNT U-20 World Cup roster. More news.

Soccer on TV

Footy on the Telly, July 18-24

by Ed Farnsworth × on July 18, 2014 at 7:00 am × 1 comment

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

Match previews

Preview: Union at Chicago Fire

by Adam Cann × on July 17, 2014 at 5:06 pm × 8 comments

After dispatching a poor New York side, the Union face another Eastern Conference enigma as they seek to pair defensive fortitude with their Caseybuilt offense.

World Cup: Predictions

World Cup Predictions: The final results

by Eli Pearlman-Storch × on July 17, 2014 at 10:34 am × 12 comments

Kevin Kinkead, who led the way for most of the tournament, finished in the top spot individually and also led the Media Oracles to victory over the Union Clairvoyants and the PSP Prognosticators in the team competition.