Archive for September, 2011

Daily news roundups

Setting sights on DC, Marfan named ROW, more news

Setting sights on DC. Power rankings roundup. Marfan named SBI/Fox Soccer Rookie of the Week. Adu pods and the Sheanomenon chats. More news.

Union

Union academy affiliates evaluations are in

US Soccer has released its evaluation of its 2010-2011 Development Academy members, three of which – FC Delco, PA Classics and Players Development Academy -are part of the Philadelphia Union’s Youth Development Affiliate program. Here’s how they did.

Union

Williams clear from concussion, questionable for DC United game

Update on Sheanon Williams’ injury status.

Daily news roundups

Daniel can’t catch a break, optimism, a header, more news

T & T federation reports Keon Daniel suspected of contracting dengue fever. Dellacamera says KC draw reason for optimism. How Union academy teams fared over the weekend. Solo and Morgan get ESPN spot. The longest header ever scored, more news

Featured / Union

We need you, Danny, oh yes we do

Danny Mwanga hasn’t scored in three months. With Le Toux proof that a goalless slump can be decisively put to rest, and the Union’s playoff hopes on the line, it is time for Mwanga to find his voice.

Events

Houston Dynamo v Philadelphia Union

MLS Eastern Conference Semifinal, Second Leg (ESPN2)

Events

Philadelphia Union v Houston Dynamo

2011 MLS Eastern Conference Semifinal, first leg (ESPN2) There is a chance that kickoff will be moved up to 5pm, depending on who LA Galaxy face in the Western Conference semifinal. Purchase tickets for the game here.

Featured / Player ratings / Union

Player ratings and analysis: KC 1-1 Union

An acceptable tie with many strong performances. Michael Farfan and Roger Torres led the way for a Union side that definitely has its swagger back.

Daily news roundups / Featured

“My confidence is good,” more news

Standings tighten up. Le Toux feeling confident. Bradley officially becomes Egypt coach. Back-heeling PK taker dies in car crash. More news.

Featured / Local / MLS

The path to the playoffs

After big wins by Houston, New York, and DC on Saturday, only four points separate the top six teams in the east. PSP breaks down the rest of the season for the six playoff contenders, including your Philadelphia Union.