The Union and how they fit into the Philadelphia sports narrative
Philadelphia is a unique sports town with its own tics and rhythms. Andrew Speizman looks at how the Union fit in.
Philadelphia is a unique sports town with its own tics and rhythms. Andrew Speizman looks at how the Union fit in.
The PSP staff examines the year that was and the offseason ahead in our annual post-season roundtable discussion.
Plus, looking at the Union’s moves last offseason and their 2021 needs, USMNT vs. El Salvador today, PSG and Basaksehir players walked off field over alleged racism, more.
The Union’s two homegrowns are enjoying one of their last times playing together, while Mark McKenzie is being linked with moves to Europe. The Champions League returns to action, with Messi and Ronaldo meeting again on the last day of group play.
There were plenty of big games around the world this weekend, with the Eastern Conference finals wrapping up here in the US. Bayern and Leipzig faced off in Germany, while Tottenham and Arsenal battled in London. It was also a big weekend for USMNT & USWNT starters, scoring goals in big games.
Plus, Amobi Okugo makes Forbes’ 30 Under 30, LAFC declines option for Bradley Wright-Phillips, first woman to ref a men’s Champions League match, more.
Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie are on their way to USMNT camp in the coming weeks, with several MLS teams shaping up their offseason rosters. The Western Conference Semifinals resume tonight, with Sporting KC and Minnesota both claiming underdog status.
PSP photographer Paul Rudderow was on hand Tuesday night for the Union’s playoff defeat.
Plus, Liverpool is mad at VAR again and the USWNT returned to action against the Netherlands.
Philadelphia Union’s season ended the day they won the Supporters’ Shield. Everything else has been postscript, PSP’s Dan Walsh writes.
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