As the Union prepare to host their second US Open Cup final, a look at Philadelphia-area teams in the final throughout the history of the country’s oldest national soccer tournament, which has had local winners ten times since 1914.
Tag: Peabody FC
Christmas soccer in Philly, 1914
The long tradition of holiday games continued for Philadelphia soccer teams in 1914.
Philly Soccer 100: Tacony tops Hibs in American Cup semi, local cup and league play
One hundred years ago in Philly soccer history, Tacony defeated Hibernian in the American Cup semis and Philly’s run in the first Open Cup came to an end.
Philly Soccer 100: Weather remains an issue, Allied Cup, new Tri-State league proposed
One hundred years ago, winter weather continued to leave Philly soccer at a standstill. Two Allied Cup tournament games played despite poor conditions. New Tri-State league proposed.
Philly Soccer 100: Bad weather strikes again
One hundred years ago, poor winter weather saw two weekends of games in Philadelphia’s seven leagues cancelled.
Philly Soccer 100: League play resumes, BFC player suspended
After poor weather and cup ties had disrupted the local schedule, league play finally resumed. AFA suspends Bethlehem player for kicking opponent in “a delicate place.”