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Philadelphia Soccer History

Philly Soccer 100: Philly takes on St. Louis champion, Boys Club tops Bethlehem

100 years ago in Philly soccer history, Hibernian and Tacony hosted St, Louis champion Innisfails. Boys Club topped Bethlehem in the first game of the Amateur Championship of Pennsylvania series, and more.

Daily news roundups

Klinsmann: “We got the job done.” More morning news.

Reports, reaction, quotes player ratings from USA draw in Mexico. Red Bulls coach says Saturday’s game is not a must-win for winless New York. Valentin on loan to Norway. More.

USMNT

Preview: Mexico v USMNT

The snowy win against Costa Rica told us a lot about the USMNT’s character and grit but not a lot about how they play soccer together. Jeremy Lane takes a look at what to expect in the qualifier against Mexico.

Philadelphians Abroad

Philadelphians Abroad: Richter to Toronto, R.J. Allen starts, and HGPs to Harrisburg

Southampton, PA’s Ryan Richter, formerly with the Philadelphia Union, has signed with Toronto FC.

Daily news roundups

FIFA says no to CR protest, Adu savings, USA v Mexico anticipation, snake invasion, more

FIFA says no to Costa RIca protest. Reports on Adu deal. Donovan back with LA. USA v Mexico news & previews. Are UEFA financial fair play rules legal? Poisonous snakes invade pitch in India. Comic strip. More.

Union

Union announce Kleberson loan, part ways with Adu

The Union confirm Brazilian midfielder Kleberson will come to the club on loan and that it has “reached a contract termination by mutual consent” with Freddy Adu.

Player ratings

Player ratings and analysis: Union 1-0 Pumas

Did you miss the Pumas friendly Saturday? PSP is here to tell you who impressed and who didn’t with post-game analysis and player ratings from the Union’s 1-0 win on Saturday.

Player of the Week

Player of the Week: Freddy Adu

The biggest play made by a Union player over the weekend was Freddy Adu signing with Bahia.

Fan Culture

A memorable day for Pumas fans despite the loss

A cold day and small attendance didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of many Pumas fans who were seeing their favorite team in person for the first time.

Photo essays

In Pictures: Union 1-0 Pumas UNAM

PSP photographer Paul Rudderow’s look at the Philadelphia Union’s 1-0 win over Pumas UNAM at PPL Park.