As the World Cup begins, Mauricio Pochettino sets out his true expectations for the USMNT
“For me, ‘successful’ is winning," he said, but he admitted "it's difficult" to go all the way. He also talked about learning from his players, but is keeping his starting…
Photos of FIFA Fan Festival
FIFA Fan Festival on opening day draws soccer fans to Lemon Hill in Philadelphia. Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Philadelphia installed educational play structures for kids at 11 city landmarks, including Love Park, the Philadelphia Zoo, and Reading Terminal Market
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L Parker unveils 11 educational learning installations at landmarks across the city.
Members of Congress will gather at Independence Hall for a ceremonial event during the 250th anniversary week
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle had been pushing for a ceremonial joint session of Congress at the site for years.
For Tyler Adams, Christian Pulisic, and the USMNT, it’s time to prove themselves at the World Cup
The U.S. men have won just nine of the 37 games they've ever played at World Cups and haven't won two group games in one tournament since 1930. Those are…
Phillies acquire outfielder Derek Hill in trade with White Sox as they await update on Adolis García
Primarily a center fielder, Hill is expected to see time in right field with the Phillies, who are uncertain how long Garcia will be sidelined with a right shoulder injury.
Taylor Swift repped the Knicks at the Garden and some Philly fans feel betrayed. But should they?
Taylor Swift donned blue and orange and cheered on the Knicks during their Game 4 win over the Spurs. It might be time to admit she's not a Philly sports…
Judge denies challenges to a 1.5 million-square-foot East Whiteland data center project
The appeals had challenged the local zoning hearing board’s 2018 decision to permit for a data center at 13 S. Bacton Hill Rd., and the board of supervisors’ 2024 approval…
City Council bans horse-drawn carriages in Philadelphia
City Council passed an amended bill on Thursday that bans both non-commercial and commercial horse-drawn carriages.
First up for the U.S. men’s national team? Paraguay. Here are our predictions for America’s World Cup opener.
Paraguay is the first of three matches for the United States in Group D. It’s a group many feel the U.S. can emerge from, and recent tune-up games against Senegal…