A More Philly Union

While the AMPU crew is slightly behind with getting out this week's episode, the Union keep steamrolling right along in the Leagues Cup.  Paul flies solo this week as he recaps the Union's two recent and exciting wins, with Baribo racking up an unbelievable amount of goals and Blake defying the laws of physics to deny the other teams' goals.  With all this success in the Leagues Cup, it really see...

With the calm and nonchalance of a Turkish Olympic pistol shooter, the AMPU crew delves into the Union's Leagues Cup match against Cruz Azul and the veritable chaos that resulted.  Join Paul, C, and E this week as they explore the reality of the Andre Blake Effect, marvel at Gazdag's impossible goal, and discuss which Cruz Azul player makes for the best TV villain. Check out Olympic Speed Climbing...

It seems like almost anything is possible these days as the Union extend their winning streak to three-in-a-row. But these apparent acts of will extend both on and off the pitch as Paul, C, and E discuss Martinez's bizarre yellow card, scratch their heads at the Sons of Ben's protest, and consider kickstarting a corn-based podcast. Do what you wanna do. Like, share, and find us here: Website:  www...

Don't call it a comeback.  But with two very decisive wins in a row, it kind of feels like the lethal Union of previous seasons has returned to the field.  Join Paul, C, and E as they recap the 3-0 win against Nashville and discuss how both stalwart players and an attitude of fun seem to be charging the Union's return to form.  Also in this episode: yellow card round-up, Leagues Cup Schmeagues Cup...

It's a special (albeit a little late) episode this week as the AMPU crew sit down in person (yay!) to discuss what Canadian child labor laws, Quinn Sullivan's screamer of a goal, and the breaking of the Union Yards curse all have in common. And for those of you keeping score: Matrix references: 2 Replacement references: 0 Like, share, and find us here: Website:  www.amorephillyunion.com Email:  po...

Between the Sons of Ben section, the Union's forwards scoring, and the AMPU crew's positive take on the Union's season so far, there's just deafening silence. Join Paul, C, and E this week as they try to keep the doom and gloom at bay while they workshop a nickname for Glesnes, consider a new District 9 podcast, and invent a new drink: the Kai-Tai. Gracias, Carranza! Like, share, and find us here:...

On this July 4th, the AMPU crew try to stay positive as Paul, C, and E discuss the imminent failure of the Turn-around Trifecta.  To help, we go to unexplored corners and invite friend and New York Red Bulls fan, Mark, to provide some perspective.  Desperate times call for good friends and sage advice.  #FIXIT Happy Birthday, America! Like, share, and find us here: Website:  www.amorephillyunion.c...

This week, the Union and the AMPU crew find themselves in the doldrums (if you're like E and don't know what the 'doldrums' are, it's worth a quick trip to Wikipedia) as the team adds another mark in the L-column and continues to plummet down the table.  And to further accentuate the listlessness, C and E are left to navigate this week's episode without Paul. But they do manage to find harbor as t...

Things feel sisyphean at the AMPU studios this week as the Union go up against a "neat" Miami and churn out even more dismal results.  Meanwhile, Paul, C, and E try to keep things in perspective as Paul provides a rally cry to support the team, C reminds us that The Replacements have all the answers, and E rues the day Jordi Alba ever came to Subaru Park. P.S. Fix it. Like, share, and find us here...

It's an off week for the Union but not for the AMPU crew as Paul, C, and E welcome We The Union creator, Gabe, to the pod!  In this episode, the gang delves into Gabe's impressive Instagram-based, Union news project as well as discuss the extended family that is the Union fan community.  Also, they consider the finer details of team rebuilding versus reloading, the Curse of the Union Yards, and th...

There's no up, there's no down, and it feels likes the Union are in some limbo-like state as they drift through two draws against Toronto FC and CF Montreal.  Back at the AMPU Studios, Paul, C, and E collectively worry about Damien Lowe's on-field performance, celebrate Gazdag setting another club record, and workshop a new line of retro 70's inspired kits and other fashions that would totally wor...

The Union look to extend their on-the-road undefeated streak as the Boys in Blue travel south to take on Charlotte FC.  Back at AMPU Studios, Paul, C, and E discuss the good and not-so-good news about Blake, spin the Wheel of International Call-ups, and workshop a movie version of Spotify. Like, share, find us here and say hello: Website:  www.amorephillyunion.com Email:  pod@amorephillyunion.com...

Is it fixed?  Not exactly.  But in a welcomed bit of role reversal, lots of good stuff happen for the Union this week as they travel north to take on the New England Revolution.  Meanwhile back in the AMPU Studios, Paul, C, and E let the week's victories go to their heads as they analyze Gazdag's new scoring strategy, celebrate potential good news about Blake, and suggest that Jack McGlynn might b...

It's been a rough week for the Union as they suffer back-to-back home losses, setting club records that no one wanted to see.  Meanwhile, the AMPU crew asks the tough questions: Are the Bad Years returning? What's going on with Blake?  Can we even work in a Replacements reference? Fortunately, a furry little savior arrives and we get an exclusive interview with him!  That's right, we talk to THE r...

This week the Union travel down I-95 to face off against DC United and the AMPU crew try to determine if Benteke is a player or actually a manager.  But in even bigger news, Paul, C, and E are excited to welcome back to the podcast special guest, Alyssa Radu from the Philadelphia Union Foundation!  Alyssa brings us up to speed on all the amazing things the Foundation is working on and what they ha...

The Union take a one-two punch of losses this week as their unbeaten streak falls to visiting Real Salt Lake and Seattle Sounders.  Meanwhile, Paul, C, and E celebrate Gazdag's new record, compare Blake against Scott Sterling, and get completely lost in the postponed game rules. Like, share, find us here and say hello: Website:  www.amorephillyunion.com Email:  pod@amorephillyunion.com YouTube: am...

It's an off week for the Union but not for the AMPU crew as they discover what second-hand prison busses, midwest BBQ, and Lake Como all have in common.  Join Paul, C, and E as they welcome special guests and family members, Jim and Mel, and discuss the fairytale story that is St. Louis City SC's first year in MLS and the unanticipated series of amazing events set into motion, all just from being...

The Union travel to Georgia to face off against Atlanta United, where Uhre quietly keeps producing goals, Martinez flirts with receiving a Blue Card, and Glesnes and Lowe employ psyops against Brad Guzan.  Meanwhile back at the AMPU studios, Paul, C, and E review the missed and denied opportunities for the Union, consider a new segment called "Quote of the Week", and lament about a poorly timed fi...

In the shadow of larger celestial happenings this week, the Union continue their unbeaten streak as the Boys in Blue travel to face off against Nashville SC.  Back home, Paul, C, and E praise Curtin's fluid and amorphous line up strategies, discuss Gazdag being on the brink of an historic club record, and ponder Philadelphia's England counterpart. You didn't like or share?  Inconceivable! Find us...

It's Kids Day at Subaru Park as a full-strength Union welcome Minnesota United FC.  And not even the rain can dampen spirits as the younger generation displays their strengths, both on and off the field.  Paul, C, and E celebrate Charlotte's big milestone, pay their respects to the Quad Father, and break from tradition in order to extend some special birthday wishes. Find us here and say hello: We...

A depleted Philadelphia Union travels to Portland to face the Timbers in the hopes of getting their first win of the season.  Back home, Paul, C, and E bestow a nickname upon Quinn Sullivan, brainstorm new AMPU merch, and do some last-minute scheduling for the upcoming Minnesota United game. Face the ball, the game is on. Find us here and say hello: Website:  www.amorephillyunion.com Email:  pod@a...

In keeping with the season of St. Patrick's Day, the Union are awash in green this week as the Boys in Blue travel to Texas to take on Austin in their first ever MLS match up.  After the Austin game, the Union will continue their Tour de Verde as they travel to Portland to take on the Timbers.  Back at home, Paul, C, and E critique the fashion forwardness of "The Sullivan", workshop some new AMPU...

The Union are inundated this week, both with torrential rains and with giving up goals, as they face off against the Seattle Sounders in an MLS regular season match and against Pachuca in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.  Meanwhile, trying to keep their collective heads above the proverbial water, Paul, C, and E sing the praises of the unsung heroes of the Seattle game, express concerns about the Union...

The AMPU crew race against the clock this week as they cover three games in record time.  Meanwhile, the Union travel to Kansas City to face Sporting KC and Ale Bedoya shows his quality.  Then the Boys in Blue return to Subaru Park for their first of a two-game series against Pachuca in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.  And before the clock runs out, Paul, C, and E celebrate their 51st episode, pay hon...

In many ways, things don't go as planned this week, somewhat for the Union, but mostly for A More Philly Union.  The Union kick off the regular season by hosting the Chicago Fire on Saturday and then continue their Concacaf Champions Cup run by facing Deportivo on Tuesday.  Meanwhile, the AMPU crew discuss the HUHTU Challenge, get wowed by Semmle, and try (and fail) to celebrate their 50th episode...