Archive for February, 2011
Finally, some lineup information
The Ergotelis website lists some lineup information following Monday’s 1-1 draw with the Union. Ergotelis manager says “We exchange views and probably some players.”
Soccer for Union scabs
A roundup of the weekend’s notable bits and bobs including an adorable dog. No, we’re not talking about that thug Wayne Rooney.
Ruiz opens his account
Carlos Ruiz scores as the Union play first Greece friendly this morning. Those Michael tweets from Torres – is Orozco Fiscal gone? More on the new MLS playoff format. US U-17 team CONCACAF champions, more news.
Union against DC United in US Open Cup
UPDATE: DC United wins the coin toss to host the play-in match.
Union land in Greece, more news
The Union are in Greece. Are the Union in talks with some guy named Ervin Skela? Ruiz on what he wants to do, Dellacamera on why Ruiz is a good thing. The new MLS playoff format and why it sucks plus much, much more.
USWNT goalkeeper Barnhart signs with Independence
Boyerstown High School and FC Delco alumni Nicole Barnhart has signed with the Philadelphia Independence
Awesome, but who’s next? More news.
Reaction to Ruiz signing but we wonder “Who’s next?” SoBs at the Flyers. MLS news including why most team’s jerseys suck. US qualifies for U-17 World Cup and more morning news.
Union add 2002 MLS MVP Carlos Ruiz
The Philadelphia Union announced the signing of Guatemalan striker Carlos Ruiz before flying to Greece for preseason friendlies.
Ruiz watch, Jacobson sees red, more news
Union resting while Ruiz announcement is awaited. Jacobson red carded in first FC Dallas appearance. Beckham’s a good ‘un and more morning news.
Identification game
New photos on the Union’s Facebook page provide more clues about who played in the club’s loss to Orlando on Saturday.
Union transaction round up: A busy offseason
An active offseason sees the Union with more offensive weapons, a new set of goalies, but an eerily familiar dearth of outside backs.
Report says Ruiz signed, more news
The Goalkeeper reports Ruiz is signed. Greece trip will bring make a more perfect union among team. Big plans for future preseasons in Florida. Pele fears poor 2014 WC preparations could cause Brazil international embarrassment, more news.
1-0 loss to USL debutante Orlando
A red card to Carlos Valdes in the 19th minute determines the course of the Union’s last exhibition match before they head for Greece.
Is Thorne Holder officially a Union goalie yet?
Thorne Holder posts image from PSP! Sheanon Williams looks for twitter followers for “one of our goalies.” Is Holder official yet?
Four Union matches to be on FSC
MLS announced today that they have extended their broadcasting deal with Fox Soccer Channel for one year. Four Union games will be televised. The originally schedule July 30 home match against Colorado has been moved to July 29.







