Archive for January, 2014

Analysis

Killing the offseason

After a mostly dormant December, Philadelphia Union have suddenly and dramatically revamped their midfield. PSP thinks they look like a playoff team, save for one not-so-small thing.

Daily news roundups

Edu unveiled, Nogueira deal “very close,” more news

Reaction to Edu presentation. Union says Nogueira deal “very close” after Football France reports two-year deal done.

Daily news roundups

MOtownPhilly! Edu reaction, Union & league news, more

Reaction to Edu loan. White is settling in. Maidana expected to arrive later this week. Rising expectations. Hershey’s Pulisic impresses. More news.

Featured

It’s official: Philadelphia Union sign Maurice Edu

The US international joins the Union from Premier League side Stoke City as a designated player on a one-year loan with the option to buy.

Reading United AC

Brendan Burke’s legacy at Reading United

Sean Doyle talks to Brendan Burke about his legacy at Reading, where he coached for six years before leaving for expanded duties with the Union, where he’s been an assistant coach since 2011. UPDATE: Union announces Burke will not return to the club for 2014 season

Daily news roundups

Reports of Edu deal, Valdes loan, Name That Trialist season begins, HCI sign a Rover, more

Reports emerge on Friday that Edu deal is complete. Valdes loan to San Lorenzo also done. City Islanders sign Portuguese youth international from Blackburn Rovers, more news.

KYW Philly Soccer Show / Podcasts

KYW Philly Soccer Show: Ethan White

Greg and Eli talk to Philadelphia Union defender Ethan White, who joined the club from DC United in exchange for Jeff Parke.

Interview

PSP talks with Union draft pick Robbie Derschang

PSP’s Adam Cann talks to Union second round SuperDraft pick Robbie Derschang.

Philadelphia Soccer History

Philly Soccer 100: Tacony advances to American Cup semis, league play, fields for Fairmount Park

One hundred years ago, Tacony FC took on Brooklyn FC in the third round of the American Cup. Also, a recap of league play and the Inquirer’s call for soccer fields in Fairmount Park.

Interview

PSP talks with Akron head coach Jared Embick about Robbie Derschang

PSP’s Adam Cann talks to Akron head coach Jared Embick about Union SuperDraft pick Robbie Derschang.