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A friendly affair: Union edge United 3-2

Ray Gaddis returned to his old stomping grounds, Roger Torres returned from injury, and Gabriel Farfan left injured in an exciting but chippy 3-2 win for Philadelphia Union over PDL affiliate Reading United.

Report: Peter Nowak applies for Scottish job

Philadelphia Union manager Peter Nowak has applied for the manager’s post at Hearts in the Scottish Premier League, a Scottish newspaper reported today.

UPDATE: Nowak has denied the report.

Report: US 3-1 Antigua & Barbuda

The final was 3-1 but the United States was far from convincing in defeating Antigua & Barbados.

To play or not to play travel soccer

Making the move from recreational to travel soccer can be a big step. New PSP writer Alison Mickel looks at some of the pros and cons for both players and their parents.

Preview: USA v. Antigua & Barbuda

The final score may be hard to predict but expect a physical game.

Know your affiliate: Reading United AC

PSP brings in-depth look at Reading United AC, the Union affiliate and perennial breeding ground of MLS draft picks, in advance of Saturday’s friendly with the Union in Reading.

Inside Reading: Breakthroughs on & off the field

Reading United defender Kyle McCarthy’s behind the scenes look at life as a United player continues.

Fans’ view: The Reading-Philly connection

A look at the Reading-Philadelphia sport connection ahead of Saturday’s friendly between Reading United and the Union.

Quotes, reaction to Nowak Mwanga presser, more

Quotes and reaction from Peter Nowak’s press conference on the Danny Mwanga trade. Roger Torres fit to play in Saturday’s friendly in Reading. All-Star Ballot. US WC qualification campaign to begin. Euro 2012 kicks off. More news.

Footy on the Telly: June 8 – June 14

The week’s live soccer listings for your TV and computer, including Euro 2012 and World Cup qualifiers