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Featured / Philadelphians Abroad

Philadelphians Abroad: Donatelli’s big game

Glenside native and former Temple Owl Tony Donatelli scored two goals and had an assist in a playoff-clinching win for USL PRO side Charleston Battery. PSP breaks down his game and other locals’ performances in this week’s Philadelphians Abroad.

Daily news roundups / Featured

MOF scores for USA in historic win, news from Union presser, more

Recaps, quotes, ratings and more as former Union defender scores in historic USA win over Mexico at the Azteca. Hackworth on recent Union stumbles, Soumare and more. More news.

Featured / USMNT

Preview: Mexico vs. USA

While Mexico has called up a nearly full-strength roster, the US roster 10 MLS-based players and many notable absences. It could be a long night for the US.

Featured / Match stats / Statistics / Union

Wins, losses & goals

After ten games, the Union’s record under John Hackworth stands at .500. PSP looks at some of the numbers.

Daily news roundups / Featured

Union notes, USA v Mexico news, NY stadium craziness, more

What’s happened to Roger Torres? Hoppenot is “The Jet.” Carli Lloyd back home. Soccer stadium fever in NY. Klinsmann says USMNT is in Mexico to win. Howard says what gap? More news.

Featured / Player ratings / Union

Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-3 Fire

The Union were sloppy and unnecessarily passive in falling 3-1 to the visiting Fire.

Featured / History / US Soccer History / USMNT

USA vs. Mexico: A look back

The USMNT plays Mexico at the Azteca on Wednesday. PSP takes a look at a rivalry that stretches back to 1934.

Daily news roundups / Featured

A tricky question, locals on Hermann Trophy Watch List, more news

Should MacMath be sat? Locals make Hermann Trophy Watch List. More on proposed Philadelphia Sports Zone/Celtic partnership. More news.

Featured / Photo essays

In pictures: Union 1-3 Fire

PSP photographer Paul Rudderow’s look at the Union’s disappointing loss to Chicago.

Daily news roundups / Featured

Hackworth: “My responsibility,” reaction to Union loss, more news

Hackworth says loss is his responsibility. Team believes they are still in the play-off hunt. What’s next for women’s soccer in the US? US roster announced for Mexico friendly. More news.