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Player of the Week

Player of the Week: Fernando Aristeguieta

The Philly faithful already knew what he could bring to this team. Now, the whole league does. With his two goals against Real Salt Lake, Fernando Aristeguieta is PSP’s Player of the Week.

SEPA Soccer Hall of Fame

SEPA Soccer Hall of Fame announces 68th annual banquet

Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame is holding its 68th annual awards banquet on May 8 and you’re invited.

Daily news roundups

More reaction to that call, Chaco named to SI TOW, league could expand beyond 24 teams, more

Union news. League confirms advanced talks with Minnesota United for next MLS franchise. Garber says league considering expanding beyond 24 teams. More news.

Player ratings

Analysis and Player Ratings: Union 3-3 RSL

Despite offering precious little threat in the attacking third, the Union came away with 3 goals at Rio Tinto. In the end, Allen Chapman stole the show, unfairly sending the Union back East with only a point to show for their efforts.

Daily news roundups

That call, what Blake needs, league results, US qualifies for U-17 WC, more

Recaps and reaction to Union’s draw at RSL. League results. US U-17s qualify for WC after PK shootout. More news.

Postgame

Postgame quotes: RSL 3-3 Union

Was it a penalty? RSL’s Luke Mulholland says, “In my book, no. ” Jim Curtin agrees: “I don’t think that we get a lot of respect.” UPDATED

Union match reports

Recap: Real Salt Lake 3–3 Philadelphia Union

A six-goal draw sees the Union exit Salt Lake with a valuable road point. However, a controversial refereeing decision took away what would have been the Union’s first win against RSL.

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Union / Week in Tweets

The Week in Tweets

Reaction to the draw against Colorado, thoughts on the Champions League, and Hank Scorpio. It’s the Week in Tweets!

Statistics

Projecting season points totals using roster turnover

The Union have a new striker and new center back, but overall the squad looks very similar to 2014’s team. Kevin Minkus looks at whether that roster stability can predict Philly’s points total this season.

Daily news roundups

Ready for RSL, Philly Gold Cup, more news

Union’s first road game of 2015 on Saturday. Reaction to Philly Gold Cup final announcement. Much more.