Photo: FCDallas.com The league has finally made a decision regarding the unacceptable acts performed by Bruno Guarda at Lincoln Financial Field this past Saturday. 1. $750 Fine – This is out of a $70,000 salary. In other words, 1% of his yearly salary. Yawn. This isn’t enough for him to lose even a minute of sleep. But don’t worry, because he was also… 2. Suspended One Game – But here’s the catch. Bruno Guarda doesn’t…
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After you’re done voting for all your favorite Philadelphia Union players to make the MLS All Star Team, take the time to give Danny Mwanga the credit he deserves. Danny Mwanga has been nominated for the AT&T MLS Goal of the Week, and it’s up to us fans to bring it home. Voting ends 5/19 at 10am, so get your vote in by then. Vote Here! Video of Goal

Photo by The West End The 2010 AT&T MLS All Star Game will take place on Wednesday, July 28th in Houston, Texas. Although it’s merely an exhibition game, the talent on the field could rival any European league’s team. In fact, the all stars will be playing a European team. Manchester United, to be exact. I know Philadelphia has some of the most influential fans in sports. Just look at all the Phillies that made…
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Photo by klaatu According to a report by the Boston Globe, Thierry Henry will be joining the New York Red Bulls after the World Cup. Henry will be a strong addition to the Eastern Conference’s current first place team. More details to come as they are released.

Photo by DC United 2009 Brief and to the point: Since taking over the FC Dallas head coaching duties in 2008, Schellas Hyndman has instilled his defensive mindset in his players. Two years later, his team is playing the best defensive ball since his taking over. FC Dallas is currently riding a 225 minute streak without letting up a goal. Le Toux will have his hands full today.

Photo By toksuede It’s a story that has been told countless times. The Soviets marched into Lake Placid, NY 30 years ago, to routinely go about their business and yawn their way through a blowout victory over a squad of college players and amateurs from the USA. But, as we all know, destiny was reversed on that fortunate day, and a miracle occured. A miracle so epic that it still gives chills to the people…
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Photo By posparts Heading into the 7th Regular Season game for the Philadelphia Union, here’s how our team stacks up in various statistical categories.  See what stories the numbers tell: RECORD: 1-5-0 (3) MINUTES PER GAME 1. Chris Seitz – 90 2. Michael Orozco – 90 3. Cristian Arrieta – 90 4. Fred – 90 5. Alejandro Moreno 89.8 GOALS 1. Sebastien Le Toux – 4 2. Jordan Harvey – 1 3. Jack McInerney – 1…
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The Knicks have Spike Lee. The Red Sox have Ben Affleck. The Union have…Knightman! In an era of celebrities proudly cheering on their favorite teams from the stands, Knightman has emerged as the Philadelphia Union’s number one celebrity fan. Philly Union Talk was lucky enough to sit down with Knightman for an exclusive interview. Philly Union Talk: A lot of people claim to be the Union’s #1 Fan. What makes you stand out above the…
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Photo By Shady_sp As you may have heard, the Philadelphia Union’s next MLS Regular Season game vs the Los Angeles Galaxy will not feature David Beckham. Beckham, who ruptured his achilles last month while playing on loan to AC Milan, was hoping to be back playing for the Galaxy by now, but further complications have kept him on the sidelines. According to the surgeon who operated on Beckham, David would be out for at least…
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After a few days of constant groaning, the US Open Cup play-in match between the Philadelphia Union and New York Red Bulls is now watchable via live stream. Although I’d prefer a TV, at this point I’ll take anything. The game is streamable by clicking here and then clicking the “MLS Live” tab around 8:00pm. Someone finally listened.  Unfortunately, it was the New York Red Bulls brass, but I’ll take what I can get.