Philadelphia: A laboratory for U.S. soccer
Six weeks ago, the All-Star game looked like a potential PR nightmare for MLS. Today, it could be a chance to highlight the future of American soccer. PSP explains.
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Philadelphians Abroad: Olsen returns home for ASG
This week a local lad returns home for the annual MLS All Star Game against Chelsea.
Featured / Philadelphia Soccer History
The last pro soccer All-Star Game in Philly
The last time a pro soccer All-Star Game took place in Philly, the NASL’s Team America all-stars took on England at JFK Stadium on May 31, 1976. Philadelphia-area born goalkeeper Bob Rigby and defender Bobby Smith were two of only six US players on the team.
Daily news roundups
Nowak sues, Marfan added to ASG, more news
Peter Nowak sues the Union over his severance package. Michael Farfan added to the All-Star Game roster. Donovan says the interim tag should be removed from Hackworth. More news.
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Nowak sues the Union
The former Philadelphia Union manager filed suit over his severance package. Court documents lay out for the first time the specifics of why the Union fired him, details of Nowak’s contract, and conflict between Nowak and Union CEO Nick Sakiewicz. UPDATED
Featured / Player ratings / Union
Analysis & player ratings: Union 0-2 Red Bulls
A lack of attacking chemistry and the bulldozer that is Kenny Cooper combined to end the Union’s winning streak at three.
Featured / Photo essays
Union at Red Bulls in pictures
PSP photographer Michael Long’s look at Saturday’s Philadelphia Union loss at Red Bull Arena.
Daily news roundups / Featured
Recaps & reaction to NY loss, rumors & speculation, more news
Reports and reaction from Saturday’s loss against New York Red Bulls. Adu absence fuels rumor and speculation. Reading and Ocean City out of playoffs. FC Sonic defeat NYRB U-23 to advance to NPSL championships. More news.
Featured / Photo essays
Photo essay: SoBs at Red Bulls
PSP photographer Barb Colligon’s look at the traveling support for Saturday’s game at Red Bull Arena
Featured / Union / Union match reports
Match report: Union 0-2 Red Bulls
Kenny Cooper’s brace was enough to hand the Red Bulls a 2-0 victory over a disjointed looking Union side on Saturday afternoon. PSP has a recap and video highlights.
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