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Local Spotlight

Local Spotlight: From Temple to Bethlehem, Matthew Mahoney provides character and consistency

Former Temple Captain Matthew Mahoney is making nice strides on the pitch and in the locker room for Bethlehem Steel FC so far this season.

Photo by Earl Gardner
For Pete's Sake

The kids aren’t alright

The Union plan to build through their academy. But there’s no proof the current staff can manage young players once they’re ready for first-team minutes. Peter Andrews on the regression of the Union’s youngsters this season.

USL Match report

Match report: Bethlehem 1 – 3 Louisville

While the Steel lost to Louisville, they were not outclassed by the elite side from Kentucky.

Philadelphia Union II / Report

Match report: Bethlehem Steel 0-1 Charlotte Independence

Bethlehem Steel FC fall 1-0 to Charlotte Independence

Local Spotlight: Drexel Hill native Matthew Real's journey filled with hard-work and dedication
Local Spotlight

Local Spotlight: Drexel Hill native Matthew Real’s journey filled with hard-work and dedication

Matthew Real signed professionally at age 17. The left back possesses a dangerous left foot and a grittiness factor that will continue to improve with Bethlehem Steel FC.

USL Match report

Match Report: Bethlehem Steel FC 2 – 1 Ottawa Fury

Bethlehem Steel FC took points from the Ottawa Fury at home, and they did so with minimal loans from the Union.

Philadelphia Union II / Roster News

Bethlehem Steel’s academy pipeline resets

As last year’s academy graduates leave to pursue college, the beginning of the new school year provides and opportunity to meet new young players. Brendan Burke sets out evaluative criteria and introduces us to some of them.

USL Match report

Match report: Richmond 3 – 2 Bethlehem

Richmond Kickers ended Bethlehem Steel’s undefeated streak while stopping their own string without a win 3-2 at City Stadium in Virginia’s capital.

Local Spotlight

Local Spotlight: Yosef Samuel

Yosef Samuel’s journey from Ethiopia to the USA has proved to be successful. Samuel has been finding his stride of late with 14 straight appearances in the 18-man matchday roster for a very hot Bethlehem Steel FC team who begin the second half of their season Saturday.

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Commentary

Bethlehem Steel and the USL to MLS pipeline

Bethlehem Steel FC has already developed an MLS quality player, with two more potentially on the way. But what should fans really make of the Union’s USL setup?