Kerith GabrielWhat I DoI'm an editor passionate about amplifying the stories that emerge from the city that raised me. Union’s wild unbeaten streak continues with a dominant win over Orlando CityThe club set a record on Saturday for the longest unbeaten streak in franchise history, even with five starters away from the team because of international duty. Now, a break in league play awaits. Kerith Gabriel Sept. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe Union are changing the narrative around the fate of their season in real timeThe club has now tied an 11-game unbeaten streak. But it didn't come easy against a Sporting Kansas City team, which tested the Union's resilience more than it arguably has been this season.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardWill Matt Campbell get Penn State past the James Franklin era? He’s got some things in his favor.For the first time in over a decade, a new face will run out of the gates onto Beaver Stadium. Matt Campbell could be the answer to lead the Nittany Lions back to the College Football Playoff. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist Sept. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe Union showed fight (literally) after being shown ‘a real lack of respect’ from Inter Miami. Will it spark a playoff run?The Union made it clear that despite their place in the standings, a payroll that dwarfs most of the league, and players that aren’t world-renowned like Miami’s, they’re not about to take disrespect. Kerith Gabriel Aug. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardCruz Azul set social media ablaze by putting its flag on the Rocky statue before Leagues Cup opener against UnionThe Rocky curse went international during the World Cup earlier this summer, and now a team from Mexico's Liga MX is tempting fate ahead of its Leagues Cup opener against the Union.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboardWant to win a World Cup, America? Start doing better by the kids. And their parents, too. If there isn’t more of a fight to make sure that the status quo doesn’t become the legacy of this World Cup, history looks bound to repeat itself in four years. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist July 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardHeaded to Sunday’s World Cup final? Here’s how to get there and back from Philly for $60.A quick guide to getting to the biggest sporting event in the world on the cheap from Philadelphia.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboardThese are the numbers that stand out in the Union’s remarkable regular season turnaroundThe team could set a franchise record at 12 straight games unbeaten in Major League Soccer play with a win or tie against Orlando City at home this weekend.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 25, 2026Link copied to clipboardCavan Sullivan cemented his case for making the U.S. men’s national team in the Union’s rout of San DiegoHis brace in the club's 5-0 rout of San Diego was his fifth goal in as many games. Next up, a trip to face Sporting Kansas City on Saturday (8:30 p.m., Apple TV)Kerith Gabriel Sept. 14, 2026Link copied to clipboardThere was a time when college football’s best played against the NFL’s finest. Could it happen again?The Chicago Charities College All-Star game was a preseason game between college all-stars and NFL champions. But could such a proving ground happen in today's game?Kerith Gabriel Sept. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardCavan Sullivan is set to host Lionel Messi for the first time as the Union face MiamiThe hype machine is on its way: soccer’s greatest of all time against an American phenom in the land of underdogs. The notion is causing a stir when it comes to ticket sales at Subaru Park. Jonathan Tannenwald and Kerith Gabriel Aug. 18, 2026Link copied to clipboardUnion president Tim McDermott discusses signing ‘bigger name players,’ a Philly stadium, and much more after a World Cup resetMcDermott, the club’s president since 2019, sat down with The Inquirer for a wide-ranging discussion about players, fans, and how their place within Philly's sports landscape could change, literally.Kerith Gabriel July 27, 2026Link copied to clipboardSpain or Argentina? Our soccer writers weigh in on who will win Sunday’s World Cup final.When the two teams converge on the Meadowlands for Sunday’s finale (3 p.m., Fox29), it will mark the first time a European champion has played a South American champion in a World Cup final. Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Owen Hewitt July 18, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe World Cup has left Philly. But where does all the stuff go? There’s a WhatsApp group for that.As the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workers as commemorative keepsakes.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboardDespite the absence of key players, Union boss Ryan Richter remains ‘confident’ results will come against Orlando City The club, currently on an 11-game MLS unbeaten run, has a chance to set a franchise record this week. But it'll do so with many of its key starters absent due to FIFA's international window.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhilly’s sports summer saw big events return. Here are five more it would be great to have back. Some of these could return, some are gone forever, but all of them were authentically Philly while they were here. Kerith Gabriel Sept. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboardWinners of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic recall ‘the theater’ the race once was, and can be again From the stadium-like feel of Ben Franklin Parkway, to the grueling half-mile stretch of the Manayunk Wall, Freddie Rodriguez and Eric Heiden recall the importance of the event. Kerith Gabriel Aug. 28, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhilly’s fighting footprint is expanding fast. This duo sees UFC 330 as a big part of that.Mike Sulkes and Brett Reopell see Saturday's UFC event at Xfinity Mobile Arena as key to making Philadelphia a regular stop for big combat sports events.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboardRyan Richter’s journey to Union interim head coach follows a familiar path for the clubThe Union have a long road ahead if they want to make the playoffs. But Richter, a Southampton native and La Salle alumnus, is "excited to see how far we can take this" as interim coach. Kerith Gabriel July 24, 2026Link copied to clipboardAfter the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldAs the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workKerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
Union’s wild unbeaten streak continues with a dominant win over Orlando CityThe club set a record on Saturday for the longest unbeaten streak in franchise history, even with five starters away from the team because of international duty. Now, a break in league play awaits. Kerith Gabriel Sept. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Union’s wild unbeaten streak continues with a dominant win over Orlando CityThe club set a record on Saturday for the longest unbeaten streak in franchise history, even with five starters away from the team because of international duty. Now, a break in league play awaits. Kerith Gabriel Sept. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Union are changing the narrative around the fate of their season in real timeThe club has now tied an 11-game unbeaten streak. But it didn't come easy against a Sporting Kansas City team, which tested the Union's resilience more than it arguably has been this season.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Union are changing the narrative around the fate of their season in real timeThe club has now tied an 11-game unbeaten streak. But it didn't come easy against a Sporting Kansas City team, which tested the Union's resilience more than it arguably has been this season.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Will Matt Campbell get Penn State past the James Franklin era? He’s got some things in his favor.For the first time in over a decade, a new face will run out of the gates onto Beaver Stadium. Matt Campbell could be the answer to lead the Nittany Lions back to the College Football Playoff. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist Sept. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Will Matt Campbell get Penn State past the James Franklin era? He’s got some things in his favor.For the first time in over a decade, a new face will run out of the gates onto Beaver Stadium. Matt Campbell could be the answer to lead the Nittany Lions back to the College Football Playoff. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist Sept. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Union showed fight (literally) after being shown ‘a real lack of respect’ from Inter Miami. Will it spark a playoff run?The Union made it clear that despite their place in the standings, a payroll that dwarfs most of the league, and players that aren’t world-renowned like Miami’s, they’re not about to take disrespect. Kerith Gabriel Aug. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Union showed fight (literally) after being shown ‘a real lack of respect’ from Inter Miami. Will it spark a playoff run?The Union made it clear that despite their place in the standings, a payroll that dwarfs most of the league, and players that aren’t world-renowned like Miami’s, they’re not about to take disrespect. Kerith Gabriel Aug. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cruz Azul set social media ablaze by putting its flag on the Rocky statue before Leagues Cup opener against UnionThe Rocky curse went international during the World Cup earlier this summer, and now a team from Mexico's Liga MX is tempting fate ahead of its Leagues Cup opener against the Union.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cruz Azul set social media ablaze by putting its flag on the Rocky statue before Leagues Cup opener against UnionThe Rocky curse went international during the World Cup earlier this summer, and now a team from Mexico's Liga MX is tempting fate ahead of its Leagues Cup opener against the Union.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Want to win a World Cup, America? Start doing better by the kids. And their parents, too. If there isn’t more of a fight to make sure that the status quo doesn’t become the legacy of this World Cup, history looks bound to repeat itself in four years. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist July 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Want to win a World Cup, America? Start doing better by the kids. And their parents, too. If there isn’t more of a fight to make sure that the status quo doesn’t become the legacy of this World Cup, history looks bound to repeat itself in four years. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist July 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Headed to Sunday’s World Cup final? Here’s how to get there and back from Philly for $60.A quick guide to getting to the biggest sporting event in the world on the cheap from Philadelphia.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Headed to Sunday’s World Cup final? Here’s how to get there and back from Philly for $60.A quick guide to getting to the biggest sporting event in the world on the cheap from Philadelphia.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
These are the numbers that stand out in the Union’s remarkable regular season turnaroundThe team could set a franchise record at 12 straight games unbeaten in Major League Soccer play with a win or tie against Orlando City at home this weekend.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 25, 2026Link copied to clipboard
These are the numbers that stand out in the Union’s remarkable regular season turnaroundThe team could set a franchise record at 12 straight games unbeaten in Major League Soccer play with a win or tie against Orlando City at home this weekend.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 25, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cavan Sullivan cemented his case for making the U.S. men’s national team in the Union’s rout of San DiegoHis brace in the club's 5-0 rout of San Diego was his fifth goal in as many games. Next up, a trip to face Sporting Kansas City on Saturday (8:30 p.m., Apple TV)Kerith Gabriel Sept. 14, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cavan Sullivan cemented his case for making the U.S. men’s national team in the Union’s rout of San DiegoHis brace in the club's 5-0 rout of San Diego was his fifth goal in as many games. Next up, a trip to face Sporting Kansas City on Saturday (8:30 p.m., Apple TV)Kerith Gabriel Sept. 14, 2026Link copied to clipboard
There was a time when college football’s best played against the NFL’s finest. Could it happen again?The Chicago Charities College All-Star game was a preseason game between college all-stars and NFL champions. But could such a proving ground happen in today's game?Kerith Gabriel Sept. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
There was a time when college football’s best played against the NFL’s finest. Could it happen again?The Chicago Charities College All-Star game was a preseason game between college all-stars and NFL champions. But could such a proving ground happen in today's game?Kerith Gabriel Sept. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cavan Sullivan is set to host Lionel Messi for the first time as the Union face MiamiThe hype machine is on its way: soccer’s greatest of all time against an American phenom in the land of underdogs. The notion is causing a stir when it comes to ticket sales at Subaru Park. Jonathan Tannenwald and Kerith Gabriel Aug. 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cavan Sullivan is set to host Lionel Messi for the first time as the Union face MiamiThe hype machine is on its way: soccer’s greatest of all time against an American phenom in the land of underdogs. The notion is causing a stir when it comes to ticket sales at Subaru Park. Jonathan Tannenwald and Kerith Gabriel Aug. 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Union president Tim McDermott discusses signing ‘bigger name players,’ a Philly stadium, and much more after a World Cup resetMcDermott, the club’s president since 2019, sat down with The Inquirer for a wide-ranging discussion about players, fans, and how their place within Philly's sports landscape could change, literally.Kerith Gabriel July 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Union president Tim McDermott discusses signing ‘bigger name players,’ a Philly stadium, and much more after a World Cup resetMcDermott, the club’s president since 2019, sat down with The Inquirer for a wide-ranging discussion about players, fans, and how their place within Philly's sports landscape could change, literally.Kerith Gabriel July 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Spain or Argentina? Our soccer writers weigh in on who will win Sunday’s World Cup final.When the two teams converge on the Meadowlands for Sunday’s finale (3 p.m., Fox29), it will mark the first time a European champion has played a South American champion in a World Cup final. Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Owen Hewitt July 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Spain or Argentina? Our soccer writers weigh in on who will win Sunday’s World Cup final.When the two teams converge on the Meadowlands for Sunday’s finale (3 p.m., Fox29), it will mark the first time a European champion has played a South American champion in a World Cup final. Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Owen Hewitt July 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The World Cup has left Philly. But where does all the stuff go? There’s a WhatsApp group for that.As the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workers as commemorative keepsakes.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The World Cup has left Philly. But where does all the stuff go? There’s a WhatsApp group for that.As the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workers as commemorative keepsakes.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Despite the absence of key players, Union boss Ryan Richter remains ‘confident’ results will come against Orlando City The club, currently on an 11-game MLS unbeaten run, has a chance to set a franchise record this week. But it'll do so with many of its key starters absent due to FIFA's international window.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Despite the absence of key players, Union boss Ryan Richter remains ‘confident’ results will come against Orlando City The club, currently on an 11-game MLS unbeaten run, has a chance to set a franchise record this week. But it'll do so with many of its key starters absent due to FIFA's international window.Kerith Gabriel Sept. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philly’s sports summer saw big events return. Here are five more it would be great to have back. Some of these could return, some are gone forever, but all of them were authentically Philly while they were here. Kerith Gabriel Sept. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philly’s sports summer saw big events return. Here are five more it would be great to have back. Some of these could return, some are gone forever, but all of them were authentically Philly while they were here. Kerith Gabriel Sept. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Winners of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic recall ‘the theater’ the race once was, and can be again From the stadium-like feel of Ben Franklin Parkway, to the grueling half-mile stretch of the Manayunk Wall, Freddie Rodriguez and Eric Heiden recall the importance of the event. Kerith Gabriel Aug. 28, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Winners of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic recall ‘the theater’ the race once was, and can be again From the stadium-like feel of Ben Franklin Parkway, to the grueling half-mile stretch of the Manayunk Wall, Freddie Rodriguez and Eric Heiden recall the importance of the event. Kerith Gabriel Aug. 28, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philly’s fighting footprint is expanding fast. This duo sees UFC 330 as a big part of that.Mike Sulkes and Brett Reopell see Saturday's UFC event at Xfinity Mobile Arena as key to making Philadelphia a regular stop for big combat sports events.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philly’s fighting footprint is expanding fast. This duo sees UFC 330 as a big part of that.Mike Sulkes and Brett Reopell see Saturday's UFC event at Xfinity Mobile Arena as key to making Philadelphia a regular stop for big combat sports events.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Ryan Richter’s journey to Union interim head coach follows a familiar path for the clubThe Union have a long road ahead if they want to make the playoffs. But Richter, a Southampton native and La Salle alumnus, is "excited to see how far we can take this" as interim coach. Kerith Gabriel July 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Ryan Richter’s journey to Union interim head coach follows a familiar path for the clubThe Union have a long road ahead if they want to make the playoffs. But Richter, a Southampton native and La Salle alumnus, is "excited to see how far we can take this" as interim coach. Kerith Gabriel July 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
After the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldAs the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workKerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
After the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldAs the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workKerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
