Archive for August, 2010

Daily news roundups

Nowak calls out Union, other news

Peter Nowak calls out the Union, Bob Bradley makes googly eyes at Aston Villa, and Joey Barton does his best Ron Jeremy imitation. Yep, it’s the news roundup from the weekend.

Featured / Independence / Indy match reports

Independence lose 1-0, remain in second place

The Independence missed an opportunity to solidify their hold on second place with a 1-0 road loss to Sky Blue FC in a match that featured a 112 minute rain delay.

Union / Union match reports

Turning over the ashes of the D.C. debacle

A blow-by-blow recap of the Union’s loss to D.C. United.

Featured / Union / Union match reports

Philadelphia Union 0-2 D.C. United

Two bad plays, two goals, one loss for Philadelphia Union. A rough game on a soaked field led to a road loss against the club with the league’s worst record. PSP has post-game analysis, video highlights, photos and player ratings.

Daily news roundups

Do it Fred! And more morning news

Fred says the Union needs to continue shooting the ball; new MLS players salary info; the Padres are pis…I mean miffed; Guzan pelted by coins, lighters, drinks, shots on goal; Ronaldinho making “remakarble progress” losing weight, Paul the Octopus pulls for England, your weekend Footy on the Telly listings and more morning news.

Featured / Match previews / Union

Preview: Philadelphia Union at D.C. United

The Union renew their fledgling rivalry with D.C. United this Sunday with a trip to RFK stadium. PSP previews.

Barcelona / Europe / La Liga / Real Madrid / Spain / World

The Special One + Los Galacticos = Look Out

With a series of impressive summer signings and his proven track record, Jose Mourinho has Real Madrid looking like a contender, both domestically and in the Champions League.

Featured / Union

Let it be

In a recent message to season ticket holders, the Union acknowledge the complaints they have received about some of the chants coming out of the supporters section. On PSP writer reluctantly offers his support of the chants. And suggests an alternative to one chant in particular. Caution: the language gets a little blue…

Daily news roundups

Le Toux on track for a record and more news

Le Toux could join a elite group of players with a goal and an assist on Sunday; Hackworth expects a tough game; MLS TV ratings down 9.5%; ugly, cynical gamesmanship in CONCACAF CL match; USA v Poland date announced; Internacional wins Copa Libertadores; Arsenal Fanshare gives fans a stake in the club and more morning news.

KYW Philly Soccer Show / Podcasts

KYW-PSP podcast: Danny Califf sounds off

Philadelphia Union captain Danny Califf talks about life with the Union in a candid, wide-ranging interview. He talks about the team’s recent struggles, what’s worked and what hasn’t, and his optimism about the franchise’s prospects. Greg and Dan also talk some Union, Philadelphia Independence and USMNT.