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Philly Soccer Show: Michael Lahoud

by Ed Farnsworth × on November 21, 2012 at 10:24 am × 0 comments

Michael Lahoud talks about his charity work with Schools for Salone and what the future holds for the Union. Also, Greg and Eli talk MLS Cup, Beckham, USMNT, Union, and more.

Hack says South American signing “really likely,” new asst. coach announced soon

by Ed Farnsworth × on November 21, 2012 at 10:04 am × 4 comments

Hackworth says a South American signing is “a really likely possibility” also says club will announce new assistant coach, “probably this week.” Beckham confirms playing days in MLS done. Women’s pro league announcement today.

Featured / Season Reviews

Season Review: Chris Albright

by Jeremy Lane × on November 20, 2012 at 11:29 am × 1 comment

While he was serviceable in all appearances, and rarely a liability, his lack of speed and athleticism puts his playing future in doubt. His non-physical tools, however, may see his tenure with the Union continue for some time.

Fans' View / Featured

Fans’ View: Bye, bye Beckham

by Tim Carr × on November 20, 2012 at 10:47 am × 4 comments

A lot has changed since Beckham joined the league six years ago. With his departure imminent, Tim Carr looks back.

Daily news roundups / Featured

Waiver draft waived, Beckham to leave MLS, more

by Ed Farnsworth × on November 20, 2012 at 9:32 am × 9 comments

After waiving Gabriel Gomez, Porfirio Lopez, and Krystian Witkowski, the Union pass on picking up a player in Monday’s Waiver Draft. David Beckham announces MLS Cup final his last game with LA, seeking new challenges. More.

Featured / Union

Union waive Gomez, Witkowski & Lopez

by Ed Farnsworth × on November 19, 2012 at 2:28 pm × 9 comments

The Union announce they have waived three players ahead of Monday afternoon’s Waiver Draft, freeing up two international spots and $439,000 in base salary.