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Philadelphians Abroad

Philadelphians Abroad: McLaughlin scores, Larentowicz assists

Union loanee Jimmy McLaughlin scored in the 87th minute in Harrisburg’s 2-0 win over Tampa. Larentowicz assists. More news of locals in the pros.

Daily news roundups

Union bits, Reading playoff play-in tonight, LV Sonic advance, PDA boys NPL champs, more

Wilson on Union academy. Union steady in power rankings. Reading face Baltimore tonight in PDL playoff play-in. LV Sonic advance to NPSL semis. PDA ’97s and ’99s NPL champions. More news.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: Union 0-0 Timbers

Two styles clashed on Saturday night, with both teams drawing a blank. But has a true Union “system” emerged? PSP has analysis and player ratings.

Photo essays

In Pictures: Union 0-0 Timbers

PSP photographer Daniel Gajdamowicz’s look at the Union’s scoreless draw with Portland.

Daily news roundups

Union & USMNT recaps/reaction, Reading makes playoffs, more news

Union satisfied with result against Portland. Recaps, reaction, and player ratings from US rout of El Salvador. US soccer pioneer Phil Woosnam passes away. More news.

USMNT

Recap and reaction: USMNT 5–1 El Salvador

A strong second half ended any hopes of a El Salvador comeback as the US advanced to the Gold Cup semifinals.

Postgame

Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 0-0 Timbers

Video of Rab Vartughian’s postgame press conference and locker room interviews with Ray Gaddis, Leo Fernandes, Jack McInerney, Brian Carroll and Amobi Okugo. Plus: postgame quote sheet.

Union match reports

Match Report: Philadelphia Union 0-0 Portland Timbers

Both sides had their chances, but a lack of quality in the final third left both the Union and the visiting Timbers with zeros in the scoreline. (Updated with quotes.)

Match previews

Preview: Union vs Portland Timbers

Philly’s only playoff season was built on the foundation of Fortress PPL. On Saturday, the 2013 team have a chance to prove they can defend their home turf against the best road team MLS.

USMNT

Gold Cup quarterfinal preview: USA v El Salvador

Now that the group stage has been so comfortably dispensed with, the focus of the United States team shifts to winning that big shiny trophy.