Articles written by: Mike Servedio

Mike contributes to game day coverage of the Union and also covers the US Women's National Team. He misses the Philadelphia Independence. Follow him on Twitter at @MikeServedio.

Featured / Independence

Farrelly re-signs, Lenczyk signs, Riley talks Independence roster

Havertown native and versatile young midfielder has officially resigned with the Independence. Coach Paul Riley talks to PSP about Farrelly, the signing of striker Meghan Lenczyk and the announcement of two “huge” signings to come next week.

Featured / Local / Season Reviews

Season review: Stefani Miglioranzi

A frustrating figure for most of the season, it looks like the veteran holding midfielder might have donned the blue and gold for the last time.

Featured / Season Reviews / Union

Season Review: Carlos Valdes

A look back at the fist season of Carlos Valdes in Philadelphia and his contribution in solidifying the Union’s back line.

Featured / Season Reviews / Union

Season Review: Zach Pfeffer

We were surprised when Pfeffer got the start against Columbus, more so against New York. He’s young and inexperienced but glimpses of great ability are there to be seen.

Featured / Season Reviews / Union

Season Review: Justin Mapp

A solid professional and valuable veteran presence in the locker room, Mapp’s presence in the midfield could be frustratingly ambiguous.

Featured / Independence / Raves

Raves: Jen Buczkowski

Holding midfielder Jen Buczkowski earns a rave for her gritty performance in the center of the park for the Philadelphia Independence this season.

Featured / Local / Union

Union-Dynamo: analysis and player ratings

What was up with that starting lineup?

Featured / MLS / Union / Union match reports

Philadelphia Union 1-2 Houston Dynamo

The Houston Dynamo will take a 2-1 lead back to Texas after downing the Union in the first leg of their Eastern Conference semifinal. UPDATE: Video highlights added.

Featured / MLS

Union 3-2 DC United: Player ratings and analysis

Player ratings and analysis from the Union’s big win over DC United.

Featured / Union / Union match reports

Philadelphia Union 3-2 DC United

The Union pulled into second place in the Eastern Conference with a heart-stopping win over DC United. Michael Farfan scored a brilliant second half winner as Philadelphia grabs a huge 3 points with a 3-2 win.