Archive for the ‘Local’ Category

“Peter Nowak doesn’t really want me in his team” — Le Toux

Sebastien Le Toux

After the most sordid day in Philadelphia Union history, PSP reacts to the loss of a burgeoning Philly sports icon who wanted to stay in Philly more than he wanted the EPL. Yes, we’re just as gutted as you.

You just got Seba, you lucky b@stards

Le Toux having a good time

One fan has a message for Vancouver: “You just got Sebastien Le Toux, lucky b@stards.”

The goal behind LADUMA

US fans celebrate in Laduma

PSP talks to Ashwin Chaudhary, co-director along with fellow local filmmaker Jon Korn, of LADUMA, the new film about the 2010 World Cup premiering in Philadelphia on February 2.

Union targeting star Colombian striker, DN reports

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PDN reports the Union are on the verge of signing Colombian striker Lionard Pajoy.

Four under 22: The Union strikeforce?

Danny Mwanga takes on DC

If the Union enter the season with only four strikers, how would they fare? Are these youngsters ready to lead the Union back to the playoffs or are further reinforcements required? Discuss here.

Footy on the Telly, Jan. 13 – Jan. 16

Footy on the Telly

The weekend’s soccer listings on TV and online.

The Union’s approach to today’s Super Draft

John Hackworth

John Hackworth spoke to reporters via conference call on Wednesday ahead of today’s SuperDraft. Here’s what he had to say.

Buy local: Local players draw MLS eyes in draft

Matt Hedges and CJ Sapong

Last year, Reading United alum C.J. Sapong was MLS Rookie of the Year. This year, Matt Hedges and a host of other players with ties to RU and the Philly area will be in play for Thursday’s MLS amateur draft. PSP runs them down.

IS IT SOCCER SEASON YET?

Faryd Mondragon thanks the fans at PPL Park

The PSP offers some gut reactions to the release of the Union’s 2012 schedule.

Season review: Stefani Miglioranzi

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.

Season review: Veljko Paunovic

Paunovic scores

Tough in the air and smart on the deck, the PSP reviews Veljko Paunovic’s season.

Nowak discusses The Three Zs

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Union manager Peter Nowak spoke about new signings Porfirio Lopez, Gabriel Gomez, and Josue Martinez hours after Lopez was announced as the team’s fifth offseason acquisition.

Season Review: Brian Carroll

Brian Carroll

The PSP reviews the constant, ball-winning force that is Brian Carroll.

Season Review: Kyle Nakazawa

Kyle Nakazawa v LA Galaxy

With another year in the books, Kyle Nakazawa is still no closer to finding his role within the Union.

Season review: Danny Califf

Califf shutting down The Dancer

Rarely outworked and a natural leader, Califf helped to lead the transformation of the Union defense into one of the best in the league.

Footy on the Telly, Dec. 2-5

Footy on the Telly

The weekend’s soccer listings on TV and your PC.