Archive for December, 2010

Happy New Year

2011

Our last news roundup of 2010 starts with our best new year wishes to you. Have a safe and happy one – we’ll see you on Broad Street.

2010: The best and worst of Philly soccer

Sebastien Le Toux touches the ball past keeper Pat Onstad. (Photo: Paul Rudderow)

PSP takes a look at the best and worst of Philly soccer, from PPL Park and Holmfridur to Joe Biden and the World Cup (or lack thereof).

“Worst ongoing saga of the year,” more news

The gods turned on Chris Seitz. (Photo: Daniel Gajdamowicz)

The Union’s handling of Chris Seitz is called the “worst ongoing saga” of the year. Okugo is called up to USMNT U-20 training camp. Two players with local ties are named to 2011 Generation adidas class and lists, lots of lists.

2010: a year of Philly soccer for the ages

2010: What a year...

2010 was one for the ages when it comes to soccer in the Philadelphia area. We take a look back at what made 2010 such a special year.

Rooney (the other one) to MLS, more news

Rooney coming to MLS

The other Rooney signs a deal with MLS; Dwayne De Rosario is a naughty boy; Hercules Gomez pulls a prank; Jack Warner is still a crook and CONCACAF president; the insidious influence of Stanky Legg and more morning news.

It snows, Le Toux wins assist of the year

Soccer snowball

More recognition of Le Toux’s awesomeness, Rapinoe to the Independence, some MLS news and more. I’ve got some serious shoveling to do.

Soccer and the Christmas Truce of 1914

Christmas truce of 1914

The power of soccer is such that it has helped to start wars. It has also given vent to the emotions of wars long over. And it has stopped wars, if only for a day.

Christmas soccer in 1890s Philadelphia

Christmas soccer 1890s

A look at Christmas soccer in Philadelphia in the 1890s, the beginning of organized league play in the city.

Union bound? More news

Coming to the Union

Rumors emerge linking Colombian central defender Carlos Valdez to a one year loan to the Union; Penn State and Reading United star striker Corey Hertzog signs a Generation Adidas contract and the Union should have first dibs; The Independence have a new home and more Thursday morning news.

Union sign Pfeffer

Zach Pfeffer

The Union announced on Wednesday the signing of Zach Pfeffer as their first Homegrown Player. The 15-year-old is the fourth youngest player to sign a MLS contract.

Not this season, more news

Not this season

Landon Donovan says he won’t be going to Everton; news from the Union/City Islanders open tryout; Independence signings; Timbers partner with local brewery; USNTs January call ups; Holden highest rated player in Premiership; Bates says boycott 2018 and 2022; Benitez sacked by Inter; PSP photog at UEFA and more news

Who deserves the Ballon d’Or?

sneijder grippy hands

The player who most deserves FIFA’s highest individual honor isn’t even on the short list.

Swedish goalie wants MLS move, MLS wants TV money, more news

jonas_sandqvist landskronadirekt

Goalie Jonas Sandqvist wants a MLS move, Beckham wants a loan move, MLS asks FSC for big TV deal, and an in-depth look at the state of the Union’s salary cap…

Soccer for Union scabs

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PhillySoccerPage spends the bulk of its time delivering top-rate commentary and news about the Union and the rest of the Philadelphia soccer scene. With MLS in the offseason, it’s time for the casual local soccer fans out there to expand their palates and latch onto an international team or two.

Bring ‘em on!

2011 season openers announced

The Union announced on Monday the dates of their first home and away games of the 2011 season: away to Houston on March 19 and at home at PPL Park on March 26.

Independence open tryout announced

Philadelphia Independence

The Philadelphia Independence will hold an open tryout January 27-28 at United Sports Complex in Downingtown.