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Interview / MLS / Union

Danny Califf’s return to Philly: What went wrong?

Two months ago, Toronto looked set to trade former Union captain Danny Califf back to the Union. Instead, he retired. What went wrong? PSP’s Dan Walsh talked to Califf, John Hackworth, and Nick Sakiewicz and found out.

Fans' View

Fans’ View: From the quiet couch to the soccer pub

There is a place where everybody knows the SOB name… and, amazingly, they still want to see us.

Daily news roundups

US ready for the semi, supporters summit, scouting network, RU advances to playoffs

News and quotes ahead of the USMNT Gold Cup semi final against Honduras. Info from supporters summit. Wilson wants extensive local scouting network for Union. 10-men Reading defeats Baltimore in extra time to advance to PDL’s Eastern Conference playoffs. More.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: Union 0-0 Timbers

Two styles clashed on Saturday night, with both teams drawing a blank. But has a true Union “system” emerged? PSP has analysis and player ratings.

Photo essays

In Pictures: Union 0-0 Timbers

PSP photographer Daniel Gajdamowicz’s look at the Union’s scoreless draw with Portland.

Daily news roundups

Union & USMNT recaps/reaction, Reading makes playoffs, more news

Union satisfied with result against Portland. Recaps, reaction, and player ratings from US rout of El Salvador. US soccer pioneer Phil Woosnam passes away. More news.

Postgame

Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 0-0 Timbers

Video of Rab Vartughian’s postgame press conference and locker room interviews with Ray Gaddis, Leo Fernandes, Jack McInerney, Brian Carroll and Amobi Okugo. Plus: postgame quote sheet.

Union match reports

Match Report: Philadelphia Union 0-0 Portland Timbers

Both sides had their chances, but a lack of quality in the final third left both the Union and the visiting Timbers with zeros in the scoreline. (Updated with quotes.)

Match previews

Preview: Union vs Portland Timbers

Philly’s only playoff season was built on the foundation of Fortress PPL. On Saturday, the 2013 team have a chance to prove they can defend their home turf against the best road team MLS.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Fans' View

Fan’s View: It’s OK to step-over

Why is the step-over move so criticized by Philadelphia Union fans and observers? One fan poses the question and enters the creativity vs. efficiency debate.