"Medford Messi" Brenden Aaronson makes World Cup debut with USMNT
Aaronson, who broke into professional soccer with the Philadelphia Union," is affectionally called "Medford Messi," after the famous soccer player Lionel Messi.
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Aaronson, who broke into professional soccer with the Philadelphia Union," is affectionally called "Medford Messi," after the famous soccer player Lionel Messi.
Brandon Goldner reports.
"I can honestly say I am living my dream, and this was the biggest dream come true for me," Nesbitt told CBS News.
The United States Men's National Soccer Team is set to play in their first match of the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar on Monday at 2 p.m. EST.
Qatar has opened the Middle East's first World Cup with its ruler sitting next to the leaders of two countries that only a year and a half earlier were part of a boycott trying to bring the energy-rich nation to its knees.
About 20.5 million American adults plan to bet on the biggest soccer tournament in the world, legally or otherwise, the American Gaming Association estimated Tuesday.
Pulisic is among just four holdovers from the team that flamed out in that final night of the Clint Dempsey-Tim Howard generation.
The 32-year-old from Philadelphia became a pioneer as FIFA appointed women to work on-field officials for men's World Cup qualifiers.
The city is one of 17 finalists.
The city is asking the community to show their support by making a pledge at Philadelphia2026.com.
In March, 28 players on the team sued the United States Soccer Federation, claiming earning as little as 38% of what their males counterparts.
It was a huge day for nearly 200 kids enrolled in the coed soccer camp, but it's mostly girls and today was all about girl power.
The Women's World Cup starts today! Get up to speed before the USWNT takes on Thailand on June 11th.
The first week of the World Cup hasn't been kind to Saudi Arabia.
A joint North American bid has been chosen as hosts of the 2026 World Cup, following a FIFA association member vote in Moscow Wednesday.
The Americans won't be playing in the World Cup, but there's still plenty of good soccer to be watched in the coming weeks.
The United Bid Committee is considering 49 stadiums.
FIFA, soccer's world governing body, has approved a grand plan to revolutionize the World Cup by increasing the number of teams from 32 to 48.
Heather Mitts joined Rob Charry and Ike Reese to discuss the Women's World Cup victory.
When the United States Women's National Team(USWNT) defeated Japan 5-2 to win the World Cup, much of the nation joined in celebration.
As soon as Carli Lloyd stepped off the plane and into Philadelphia International Airport at 2am Wednesday morning, the cameras were waiting for her.
History has been made by the US Women's National Team as they defeat Japan to bring home the World Cup for the third time.
Delran, New Jersey native Carli Lloyd nets three goals within 16 minutes of the Women's World Cup Final.
The KYW Philly Soccer Show is once again on location at PPL Park!
When The US women's team clenched their victory over Germany, just about all of the 300 fans packed into Fado's Irish pub in Center City erupted with joy.
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting inside the Excelcare rehabilitation facility in Egg Harbor Township Monday morning.
Enon Music Group is celebrating 10 years of impact by visiting 25 cities, hosting free concerts and donating to local nonprofits.
The last of the average temperature days are now behind us for the foreseeable future, with a huge push of summer-like air heading to the Philadelphia region starting Monday.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
A man died after he was hit by a car Sunday night in Philadelphia, police say.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said first responders recovered the bodies of two workers who were missing following the parking garage collapse last week.
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting inside the Excelcare rehabilitation facility in Egg Harbor Township Monday morning.
Enon Music Group is celebrating 10 years of impact by visiting 25 cities, hosting free concerts and donating to local nonprofits.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will meet with Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro, along with Mayor Cherelle Parker, while in Philadelphia.
The last of the average temperature days are now behind us for the foreseeable future, with a huge push of summer-like air heading to the Philadelphia region starting Monday.
Enon Music Group is celebrating 10 years of impact by visiting 25 cities, hosting free concerts and donating to local nonprofits.
A man died after he was hit by a car Sunday night in Philadelphia, police say.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said first responders recovered the bodies of two workers who were missing following the parking garage collapse last week.
A West Chester University student was hit and killed by a car early Sunday morning, police said.
A 19-year-old motorcyclist died after he lost control and crashed into a wall on Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia Sunday, police said.
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting inside the Excelcare rehabilitation facility in Egg Harbor Township Monday morning.
A mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others wounded.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
Kishan Patel, who was shot by a former NYPD officer in 2024, has returned home after more than a year of rehab.
A suspect was linked to the murders of 24-year-old Marebeth Welsh in 1993 and 16-year-old Jennifer Persia in 1994, prosecutors said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' final regular-season game.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland won the 2026 Masters Tournament at Georgia's Augusta National, claiming his second straight green jacket.
Philadelphia Phillies rookie right-hander Andrew Painter, who was scratched from his scheduled start because of a migraine, instead threw five innings of relief after spending the morning throwing up.
Jose Fernandez and Adrian Del Castillo hit RBI singles in the eighth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat Philadelphia 4-3 on Sunday and send the Phillies to their fourth loss in five games.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Monday will see highs in the 80s with more clouds than sun, and some gusty winds up to 30 mph are possible this afternoon. It'll continue to feel like summer all week long as temperatures climb into the 90s –and the region could even break heat records!
The Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church choir, known for lifting spirits every Sunday, is taking its powerful sound to more than two dozen cities with a mission bigger than music. Garland Miche Waller, musical director at Enon, spoke with CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey about answering his calling in Philadelphia and beyond.
His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are visiting Philadelphia on Monday, April 13, the first stop in their multi-city visit to the United States.
The bodies of Matthew Kane and Mark Scott Jr. were recovered from the parking garage collapse site in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said early Monday morning. Parker said she will issue an executive order to launch an investigation into what caused the under-construction garage to partially collapse and kill three workers on April 8.
The bodies of the two missing workers who were trapped following the parking garage collapse in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood on April 8 were recovered early Monday morning, Mayor Cherelle Parker said.