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/ 730 days ago

Philadelphia Union in discussions to buy troubled Danish club

The Philadelphia Union of Major League Soccer has mooted stakes in a possible purchase of Danish club Aalborg BK. Sources close to the matter informed Bloomberg that the US club is among many possible supporters of a deal being arranged by SSE22. It is a Hamburg-based firm run by Thomas Hitzlsperger, a former German player. […]

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/ 743 days ago

Emerging MLS trend? City bring in 14-year-old American prodigy

The Premier League is in the future for one of the most talked-about young soccer talents in MLS and US youth national team history. Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayern Munich were among the clubs chasing the American sensation Cavan Sullivan. However, he has decided to play soccer in England – when the time comes. […]

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/ 920 days ago

Andre Blake says MLS teams play too many games: Do they?

Philadelphia Union star goalkeeper Andre Blake has blasted Major League Soccer (MLS), for scheduling too many games. But how does the number of games for Blake and his fellow MLS players compare to other players around the world? Other than the FIFA Club World Cup it didn't qualify for, Philadelphia has played in every competition […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 921 days ago

Philadelphia Union TV Schedule

Philadelphia Union TV Schedule and streaming links This Philadelphia Union TV schedule will get you set to catch every game from Philly's finest. The Union were the 16th team in MLS when they joined in 2008. Founded: 2008 (First Season 2010)Stadium: Subaru ParkManager: Jim CurtinMLS Cups: 0Other Titles: Supporters' Shield (2020) Where Can I Watch […]

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/ 968 days ago

Inter Miami and Nashville advance to Leagues Cup final

Inter Miami continued its impressive run in the Leagues Cup by beating Philadelphia Union 4-1 on Tuesday. Lionel Messi was once again the star of the show, as he scored in his sixth consecutive game with his new club. The Argentine now has an incredible nine goals in those six matches. Miami's victory takes the […]

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/ 969 days ago

MLS ranked 29th strongest league in the world, per Opta

Earlier this year, sports intelligence agency Twenty-First Group ranked MLS as the 29th most competitive soccer league in the world. Since then, a lot has changed in Major League Soccer and other leagues around the world including the Saudi Pro League. However, one thing that hasn’t changed is that MLS is still ranked number 29 […]

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/ 971 days ago

Philadelphia boss asks fans to swarm stadium for game vs Messi

Jim Curtin, coach of the Philadelphia Union, has asked supporters to resist the temptation to profit from the resale of their tickets to the next match against Inter Miami. Fans in the Philadelphia area are shelling out big bucks to watch Lionel Messi, a soccer player known worldwide. Tuesday, April 16, 2023, at Subaru Park, […]

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/ 1141 days ago

Peter Vermes, Ernst Tanner nix US Soccer sporting director job

Ernst Tanner has become the latest Major League Soccer official to decline the U.S. Soccer sporting director job. According to a report by The Athletic, the Philadelphia Union sporting director was recently approached by the U.S. Soccer Federation about the position. However, the news outlet claims that Tanner rejected the potential move. Peter Vermes also […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 1251 days ago

LAFC win MLS Cup after epic battle with Philadelphia Union

Los Angeles Football Club win the Major League Soccer Championship with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Philadelphia Union. A victory that secures the first championship in the club's history. After 130+ minutes, the match ended in a 3-3 draw. Ultimately, Los Angeles defeated Philadelphia 3-0 in a penalty shootout. A standing ovation of 50,000 […]

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/ 4222 days ago

Recount Of The Drama That Unfolded At The US Open Cup Final

Many know that while I am a huge soccer fan and a fan of my local Philadelphia Union, I am not a fan of MLS at all. While the quality of play leaves a lot to be desired, my main complaint with the league is the way it (for me) sucks the soul out of […]

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/ 5044 days ago

New Coaches and Same Results for MLS Teams

For Toronto and Philadelphia, the "international break" was an opportunity for renewal and revival. Both teams had miserable starts to the season but both still were in shouting distance of fifth place in the Eastern Conference. For the Union, the Nowak era was loudly coming to an end as popular players were slowly being shipped […]

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/ 5179 days ago

Who is the Best Head Coach in MLS?

As the preseason gets into full swing and rosters begin to stabilize, it's time to take a look at the men who pull the strings and have the greatest impact on the team itself. The modern manager is part tactician, part showman, and part PR man. The best are the ones who can bring a […]

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/ 5208 days ago

What is the ceiling for Philly? Three Questions on the Union

In their second year in MLS, the Philadelphia Union surprised the league by combining unbreakable defense with timely scoring. Philly was in the top three of the East most of the season before slipping a bit at the end of the year and bowing out of the playoffs to eventual champ Houston. Regardless, the year […]

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/ 5217 days ago

Can Portland Answer the Curtain Call? Three Questions for the Timbers

The "expansion" Portland Timbers had a debut MLS season to remember. The team quickly became the darling of the TV networks with their passionate and creative fans, the team played an exciting brand of soccer, and the resurgence of Jack Jewsbury gave them some high-profile players. The team even had a goal of the year […]

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/ 5273 days ago

MLS Gauging Market for a Team in Baltimore

On the eve of the second leg of the conference semifinals, the league has stirred some intrigue around one of its teams not in the playoffs. According to Steven Goff of The Washington Post, soccer fans in the Baltimore, MD area have begun to receive surveys gauging their interest in locating an MLS franchise in […]