The Union will open the 2012 season on March 12 at Portland Timbers.
Tag: Philadelphia Union
Season Review: Faryd Mondragon
Faryd Mondragon helped solidify Philadelphia Union’s defense in 2011. But how long will it be enough to hold off young Zac MacMath? PSP has a season review on Mondragon and a look at what the future holds for him.
Sweet graphs, Shalrie’s contract, new MLS ball, more
PSP’s Union stats are taken to a new level, Shalrie Joseph’s new contract could have implications for Freddy Adu, Union academy member makes the high school All-American team.
Season reviews: Amobi Okugo
A PSP favorite, Amobi Okugo fought through the ups and downs of limited playing time in 2011. With the second best pass completion percentage on the team and unequaled range and speed, Okugo should be a fixture in the 2012 Union starting XI.
US tops Brazil, more on headers & the brain, WPS deadline, Socrates RIP
US U-17s top Brazil 3-1. Allegro win Manheim Prize for fourth year in a row. More reaction to study linking headers to brain trauma. WPS deadline is today. Brazilian soccer legend Socrates has passed away. More news.
Raves: Roger Torres
From the epic goal against New York to the pass that broke the losing streak, Roger Torres was a player possessed in 2011. Unfortunately, he was also a player who rarely possessed a number in the starting lineup. When he did get in, Roger Torres was a bright spot in a sputtering offense. So get your glowsticks: It’s time for a rave!