The Birmingham Mail reports Bob Bradley will be named the new manager of Aston Villa, Union news ahead of Saturdays meeting with Colorado, Jaime Moreno to leave MLS while Omar Bravo has joined, Henry says Americans can be proud of Donovan, Beckham thumbs nose at Capello offer, Solo alleges racist chants in WPS match and your weekend Footy on the Telly with the return of the EPL.
A goalkeeper as the Union’s first designated player? Makes good sense, and with Manchester City’s Shay Given potentially in search of new employment, why not try to pull off a blockbuster?
The Union play their 5th game in 15 days as Colorado comes to town, led by Philly product and MLS all-star center midfielder Jeff Larentowicz. PSP has a preview of what to expect on the field and in the stands.
The Union earned a 1-1 draw against a Real Salt Lake team that rested most of its starters for Wednesday’s midweek game. PSP has post-game analysis, player ratings, video highlights and photos.
Reading United AC general manager Art Achenbach is the featured interview this week’s KYW-PSP podcast, fresh off his team wrapping up its great run to the USL Premier Development League final four. Hosts Greg and Dan also talk some Union before welcoming in two special guests for an EPL preview.
Union news ahead of the match with Real Salt Lake including the temporary back-up goalie, Henry’s home MLS debut, Salgaldo signs with MLS, US drops in FIFA rankings then loses to a bunch of Brazilian kids, Mourinho sees US in his future and more morning news.