One hundred years ago in Philadelphia soccer history, the fixtures for five area teams in the US Open Cup were announced, and Hibernian learned they were losing their home field. Also, local league results.
Tag: Philadelphia Soccer History
Talking the new Union third kit with adidas North America’s Mike Walker
PSP talks to Mike Walker, the global product manager for MLS at adidas North America, about the new Philadelphia Union third kit.
Len Oliver: In retrospect
Len Oliver’s look back at playing soccer in 1940s and 1950s Philadelphia concludes.
Philly soccer, 100 years ago today
Five leagues, a new knockout tournament, intercity play, two teams in the American Cup semifinals: a look at soccer in Philadelphia one hundred years ago today.
Great Philly teams: United German Hungarians
Our series on great Philadelphia soccer teams continues with a look at the history of United German Hungarians. Among the clubs many achievements is winning the National Amateur Cup in 1965 and 1999 and appearing in the US Open Cup final in 1977 and 1993. The club is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year by hosting the USASA National Amateur Cup Finals.
Philly and the international friendly
Philadelphia has a long history of international friendlies dating back to 1901. Storied teams like Celtic, Manchester United, Liverpool, Inter Milan and Besiktas all visited Philadelphia in the 1900s. After 1974, friendlies became rare. Here’s a look at the teams that came to Philly and the Philly teams that played them ahead of Wednesday’s friendly between the Union and Man U.