Photo by Marcio Machado/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images MLS Season Pass review, Jurgen Klinsmann back with a national team job, and more in today’s links MLS News Seattle turn back the clock, Cincy’s early Shield vibes & more from Matchday 1 Season number 28 of MLS kicked off this weekend, and technically will still be kicking off on Monday night, long after you’ve read this since Mother Nature decided to give the whole west coast a reminder of who’s in charge. LA Galaxy add defender Lucas Calegari on loan Calegari, 20, has spent his entire pro career to date at Fluminense, making his de ..read more

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Apple TV has great first week of MLS, Lorenzo Insigne suffers leg injury, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Carranza, Gazdag net braces as Union rip Crew apart in second half Philadelphia Union’s attack came alive in the second half behind two goals apiece from Daniel Gazdag and Julian Carranza as they knocked off Columbus Crew 4-1. Joaquin Torres provided a stunning assist for the final goal as Philly powered their way back into the match after falling behind early. Union Takeaways: Julián Carranza’s first goal vs. Columbus was as special as his ..read more

New site will also host Brotherly Game archive A new season begins in Major League Soccer today and a new chapter is also beginning for Brotherly Game. We are taking our Philadelphia Union content to a new site called Philadelphia Soccer Now that is partnered with Pittsburgh Soccer Now and the Now network of websites. This moves comes in the aftermath of Vox Media’s decision to de-monetize a host of MLS and NHL websites. A GoFundMe has been set up to support the numerous content creators impacted by the decision. While the new site name and domain will not be Brotherly Game, we are keeping th ..read more

Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK Montreal sends Kei Kamara to Chicago, Galaxy/LAFC Rose Bowl game postponed, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Jim Curtin on MLS Cup loss, playoffs and future of USMNT Tonight, Curtin is parked at the bar at the Sheraton, where he’s agreed to an hour-long sitdown over a few drinks. The Union will be tested in their season opener — and fueled by criticism from a rival GM In an anonymous survey of MLS team executives by The Athletic, one respondent had some harsh criticism of the Union’s success. MLS News Matchday 1 means MLS is ..read more

Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK Columbus to be without starting goalkeeper for Union game, Ernst Tanner turns down US Soccer, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Know Your Enemy | Union open 2023 against Columbus Crew on Saturday After revitalizing CF Montreal, Nancy arrives to help inject a style of play into the Crew DNA. Columbus’ General Manager Tim Bezbatchenko built a juggernaut in Toronto with a team of stars surrounded by emerging young talent, and he wants to replicate that success in Ohio. An analysis of the Union’s roster at the start of the 2023 s ..read more

Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports MLS extends contract with Adidas, Kansas City signs Vermes to new contract, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Pressing Points | New Year, Bigger Ambitions Ahead of the start of the season, Head Coach Jim Curtin spoke with the media on Wednesday and talked about kicking of a new campaign and how the club is handling the outside noise associated with being one of the favorites for MLS Cup. The Union have rarely had must-watch players. Jack McGlynn is one right now. Scouts, opposing coaches, and the U.S. national team program have seen him coming ..read more

Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images Union announce new radio partnership with 97.5 The Fanatic, Nelson Pierre signs first team contract, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Philadelphia Union Sign Academy Product Nelson Pierre Pierre, 17, made 20 appearances (seven starts) for Philadelphia Union II, Union’s MLS NEXT Pro affiliate, in their inaugural season. In that time, Pierre scored five goals, including a brace in a 2-1 win over Inter Miami CF II. He made his MLS NEXT Pro debut on March 27, 2022, where he registered three shots against FC Cincinnati 2. Union Announce 97.5 The Fana ..read more

Photo by Ira L. Black/Corbis via Getty Images Two giant English clubs look to secure more funding, multiple MLS transactions, and more in today’s links MLS News Galaxy sign midfielder Tyler Boyd to 1-year contract The 28-year-old winger most recently played four seasons (2019-22) for Beşiktaş J.K. in the Turkish Super Lig. He had four goals and one assist in 35 matches, including 25 starts. Whitecaps announce signing of Venezuelan striker Sergio Córdova Córdova, who spent last season on loan with Real Salt Lake, has signed a three-year contract with the Whitecaps, with a club option for 2026 ..read more

Mitchell Leff-USA TODAY Sports MLS Season Preview, 2023 MLS kit ranking, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Recap | Union wrap up preseason in style, defeat Colorado 4-1 After a scoreless first 45-minute period, the Boys in Blue jumped out to the lead when Mikael Uhre picked out the far post run of Daniel Gazdag for the opening goal in the 48th minute. MLS News 2023 MLS Season Preview Guide MLS is Back! Get set for the season with the most comprehensive 2023 Season Preview you’ll find anywhere. Sporting KC Sign Center Back Robert Castellanos The 24-year-old Castellanos comes to ..read more

Inspiration for Union’s new kit, Timbers make a trade with Charlotte, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Philadelphia Union Sign 2023 MLS SuperDraft Pick Holden Trent As a Panther, Trent racked up 145 saves in 52 appearances (52 starts) from 2020 to 2022. During that period, he kept a 1.00 GAA with 22 clean sheets in 52 matches. Inside Look | Inspiration Behind The For Philly Kit Inspired by the Union’s 2019 playoff run, the 2023 secondary kit pulls from that postseason’s memorable tagline “Philly or Nothing,” with a creative look that features a camouflage pattern to mirror th ..read more