Union fall in U.S. Open Cup, Chile defeats Portugal in penalties: Brotherly Game Daily Links 6/29/17

Philadelphia Union News

Match recap: New York Red Bulls 1, Philadelphia Union 1 (5-3 penalties)
Union come close, but fall to Red Bulls in penalty kicks.

Voting Checklist: All-Star Game, Blake for ESPYs and Blake, Fafa for 'Of the Week' honors
There are only two days left to vote Union for the 2017 All-Star Game.

Do Philadelphia Union fans care about developing players for the United States national team?
On multiple occasions this year, you've heard Union head coach Jim Curtin and sporting director Earnie Stewart talk about their desire to develop players for the United States national team.

Philadelphia Union: Taking a look at July's Gold Cup stretch
With the 2017 CONCACAF Gold Cup kicking off on July 7th, let's take a closer look at the Philadelphia Union's upcoming schedule during the month.

MLS News

Derlis Gonzalez is on move, and Sounders seem a plausible destination
Paraguayan international has been on Sounders’ radar since at least April.

Report: Hoffenheim said to be interested in Walker Zimmerman
Let the rumors begin in Dallas.

Report: LAFC pursuing Wesley Sneijder
ESPN claims Dutch playmaker nearing two-year deal.

ESPN: Sam Nicholson officially joins Minnesota United
The Loons add depth and a possible starter in the young winger.

Rest of the World News

Chile need penalties to beat Portugal, reach Confed Cup final
Chile advanced to the Confederations Cup final with a 3-0 penalty shootout defeat of Portugal in Kazan, Russia on Wednesday.