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.
Roger Torres to have surgery today on his left knee. Nowak says as new players settle into the squad, time is on the Union’s side. Freddy Adu wants to break down defenders and take people on. Predictions and more.
Reports say MLS All-Stars to face Chelsea, announcement expected this morning. Torres out with MCL sprain. Saturday’s reserve game at PPL not open to the public. All-Star Game to be first “smart soccer match.” More news.
Round up of local match reports and more postgame quotes. Sakiewicz says Union’s focus is on winning over area soccer fans, not casual sport fans. IS it power rankings time already? More news.
Deportivo Saprissa president confirms Union’s interst in Josue Martinez. Taylor Twellman, departing for ESPN, praises Union, their fans, Philly. Union GAs to tour Netherlands. USMNT January friendlies confirmed. Platini backs Winter World cup in Qatar in 2022. More news.
Union new kit unveiling contest. Garber confirms 2012 schedule will be unbalanced. USMNT news ahead of today’s friendly. Seven strangest, yet beautiful, stadiums. Weekend TV listings and much more.