The Free Kick

This Sunday (8/1) both the Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire are looking for 3 points as one team is sliding down the standings, as the other is trying to climb their way up. Joining Todd to help preview this Sunday's game is, Tyler Teren's the PxP for The Chicago Fire. They discuss Chicago's heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Toronto over the weekend and discuss the 3-3 draw the last time these two te...

The Union finally are coming back home after a long road trip away from Subaru Park. Todd gives his thoughts on Sunday's (7/25) Inter Miami v Philadelphia Union game and shares some stats that might help Union fans from panicking. Todd also talks about Atlanta United on the verge of signing promising Argentina attacker Thiago Almada, and why Kanye West and Atlanta United are deserving of Blunder o...

The first Florida game did not go as planned for The Philadelphia Union as they took on Orlando City (7/22). Joining Todd to discuss The Union's game v Orlando and to help him look at the latest MLS News along with previewing Sunday's (7/25) Inter Miami v Union game, is Skyler Hoffner from Philly Union Nation!   News: Orlando City's Chris Mueller signs a pre-contract with Scottish side Hibs:  [3:5...

Would it be a home game in Chester if it didn't rain? Todd breaks down all the latest MLS news that includes: New England Revs attacker, Tajon Buchanan linked with a move to Europe, Serie A side, Venezia sign Tanner Tessmann and Gianluca Busio from FC Dallas and Sporting KC, The Philadelphia Union are linked with a move for 22-Year Old Venezulian midfielder, Jesus Bueno, Andre Blake signs a new lo...

Well, joining Todd once again to preview this Saturday's Philadelphia Union v DC United (7/17) is DC United Play by Play announcer Dave Johnson! Dave talks about DC's historic win over Toronto FC and why Dave thought United fans were in for a special game due to the ceremonies United held for late DC United fan Big Rob! Todd and Dave also discuss United's form under Hernan Losada and why DC was un...

The Philadelphia Union were back in action on July 4th weekend facing off against Nashville SC (7/3/21), a team that they've never played before! Todd breaks down all the latest MLS news that includes an update on MLS' Golden Boot leader, League MVP for June, Quinn Sullivan winning Goal of The Week for his goal against Chicago, and the Union losing 3 players to the Gold Cup. Todd also gives his th...

Looking to travel and see the Philadelphia Union on the road this Summer/Fall? Well, look no further than Philly Sports Trips! Todd was joined by Sons of Ben travel coordinator Heather Reppert & Vince from Philly Sports Travel to discuss the partnership between SOB and Philly Sports Travel. Vince tells us a little bit about how he first got into the Philadelphia Union & what exactly Philly Sports...

With 5 more days left until the Philadelphia Union returns to action against Atlanta United, it's time to start pumping out Union content again! Joining Todd is current Philadelphia Union player, Cole Turner! Todd and Cole discuss growing up in Maryland, and how Cole got involved with the Philadelphia Union Academy. Cole also has his say on who's the better fisherman between Jakob Glesnes and hims...

What a perfect way for the Philadelphia Union to head into the International Break with a 3-0 victory over the Portland Timbers (5-30)! Todd breaks down all the latest news in MLS that includes, NYCFC sign Talles Magno, former Union academy player, and current LAFC goalkeeper Tomás Romero declines El Salvador call-up, Andre Blake, Cory Burke, Alvas Powell have all pulled out of Jamaica's Japan tou...

Well, it's that time of the week again, another week, another match preview! Joining Todd this week to Preview Sunday's DC United v Philadelphia Union game (5/23) is DC United PxP, Dave Johnson! Dave talks about growing up in the "Pele era" of soccer in North America and how watching the Washington Diplomats played a role in him wanting to become a broadcaster. Todd and Dave also dive into Hernán...

In what was the Philadelphia Union's most boring game of the season, turned into the longest podcast of the season! Todd was joined by Ed Fagan and Ricky Zellefrow to talk about their thoughts from last night's Philadelphia Union v New England Revolution game (5/12). Before Todd and the guys talk about the game, they discuss the latest MLS news from around the league that include topics such as, n...

And just like that the 2021 MLS season has "officially" started for the Philadelphia Union as they pick up their first win of the 2021 MLS season against the Chicago Fire.   News: Toronto acquires Kemar Lawrence and Yeferson Soteldo: [3:38-4:59] The Columbus Crew potential name change: [5:00-8:45] Wilf family close to buying Orlando City: [8:46-10:55] FC Cincinnati sign veteran goalkeeper Kenneth...

As most Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire fans would say, the MLS season starts on Saturday. After both teams have got off to a slow start in MLS play, both teams will be looking to pick up their first 3 points of the season. Joining Todd to preview this upcoming Chicago Fire v Philadelphia Union game is the Fire PxP voice, Tyler Terens. Tyler goes into the story about how he never intended to b...

Joining Todd to Preview tomorrow's Philadelphia Union v NYCFC is Spanish PxP for NYCFC Roberto Abramowitz. Todd and Roberto dive into Roberto's long Sports Broadcasting career, first starting with calling PxP for MISL (Major Indoor Soccer League) side, the New York Arrows, and getting to see indoor soccer legends Steve Žungul and Branko Šegota live. We then dive into NYCFC's impressive win over FC...

We decided to try something different for the podcast, which was to go live right after the game using Twitter Spaces. Todd was joined by a whole bunch of guests on the new Twitter Spaces audio chat room to discuss the Union's 3-0 victory over Atlanta United in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League. We hear from people who attended the match in person and discussed the atmosphere at Merce...

Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? The Philadelphia Union is finally going to have a home opener after 2 years! Joining Todd to help him preview the Union's upcoming opponent Inter Miami is South Florida Sun Sentinal beat reporter, Khobi Price! Khobi talks about how working on the beat for Inter Miami came about and what it was like for him to have no sports for 3-4 months. Khobi shared...

The Philadelphia Union have officially kicked off their 2021 MLS Season with a 0-0 draw against the Columbus Crew! Todd discusses Minnesota United continue their spending spree with the club close to announcing the signing of Adrien Hunou from Rennes. LAFC and Kenneth Vermeer agree to part ways, Pellegrini loaned to USL1 side Fort Lauderdale, Union finalizing a loan move for Matej Oravec, Redbulls...

Well, we finally made it to yet again the end of the season for our Union Trivia Podcast! This year's final, we see Mike Thomas take on Ricky Zellefrow to test their knowledge on American Philadelphia Union players. We also discuss the Union's HUGE win over Saprissa, Wednesday night, at Subaru Park, along with is Kai Wagner, a Top 5 Union player ever, and our thoughts on Sunday's Columbus Crew v U...

It's finally here, another MLS season! The Philadelphia Union open up their 2021 season on the road as they face last years defending MLS Cup winners, The Colombus Crew. To help Todd preview this upcoming match is Columbus Crew PxP radio voice, Chris Doran! Chris and Todd discuss the Indiana Men's Soccer teams victory over the Maryland Terrapins in yesterday's BIG 10 Semi-Finals game, which will s...

Well, our last Semi-Finals game sees Mike Thomas take on Luke McClung of The Doopy Brothers podcast! Mike and Luke go head to head with each other testing their random Philadelphia Union history. We also discuss The Union's victory over Saprissa and Ale Bedoya's post-game comments on Blanco's reckless challenge on Kai Wagner that only led to a yellow card!   "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contesta...

In our first Semi-Finals match up we see Ricky Zellefrow take on last season's Champion, Michael Van Sant. Ricky and Michael go head to head in testing their knowledge on random Philadelphia Union stats throughout their 11-year history. We also discuss the injury update on Kacper Przybyłko, and what we can expect The Union to do against Saprissa in the first leg.   "5 in 25": Is where I ask each c...

With The Philadelphia Union getting ready to take on Saprissa in their first-ever CONCACAF Champions League game, Eddie Mendez joins the podcast to help Todd get a better understanding of the Costa Rican League and Saprissa. Eddie discusses his background in soccer, which has seen him work for MLS and Bleacher Report, which ultimately saw him turn his attention to his love, Costa Rican soccer. Edd...

In our last quarter-finals match-up, we see last year's final contestants, Rich Lori and Michael Van Sant go head to head and test each other's 2020 Philadelphia Union knowledge! Just like we've seen plenty of times throughout Season 2 of our Trivia podcast, this episode is filled with a lot of first, which includes Richie Marquez cursing one of the contestants AGAIN! We also discuss The Unions' f...