Archive for the ‘Fan Culture’ Category
The treble: Bayern, Bundesliga & Brauhaus Schmitz
PSP visits Philly’s best German soccer pub, where the world’s most underrated league is featured and the food and beer are top class. Here’s what was on the plate, in the glass and on the pitch.
Seeing red over not seeing yellow and green
Brion Shreffler examines the issue of dubious censorship undertaken by staff members at The Linc for last Wednesday’s Union v Man United match. At issue is the refusal to admit anyone displaying signs of protest against United’s current ownership.
The devil and the Union-Man U divide
Brion sounds off on the devil, the Union, Manchester United, and the difference between them and their young stars, with a good dose of beer thrown in.
When tempers flare at PPL Park
It was hot inside PPL Park during the Union’s victory over Toronto on Saturday. Things got hotter in the stands after Toronto equalized in the 81st minute. Matters came to a boil in the exit tunnel of one section after the game.
Celtic meet and greet Tuesday at Fado
Celtic fans turned out at Fado on Tuesday night to greet players and coaches from the famed Scottish team, which is in town to face Philadelphia Union on Wednesday night.
My South Africa story
PSP’s Ryan Pine made the trip from Philly to South Africa for the World Cup. Now he’s back to share a story full of ostriches, electrocutions, great wine, mass hysteria, and dreaming the impossible dream.
The ultimate guide to Philly soccer pubs
Not sure where to watch the World Cup in Philadelphia? We run down the best soccer pubs around the area, from Fado and Tir Na Nog to the 700 and Dark Horse. This isn’t just a list either. We review each one and, most importantly, let you know the drink specials!
Who Are Ya? (World Cup Sendoff Edition)
Who Are Ya talks to USA fans after the US defeat of Turkey on Saturday
Union music video shoot — want in?
So y’all know about Jay D Clark and his song about Philadelphia Union, “Join or Die”. Now the much-awaited, much-delayed, finally-happening-for-real-this-time-we-swear live video shoot and performance of the song will happen Wednesday night, and they’re looking for Union fans to be part of the video.
What are you gonna watch?
This Saturday afternoon the Champions League final starts at 2:45pm. The fourth game of the Stanley Cup playoffs starts at 3pm. What are you gonna do?









