The Free Kick

After the Philadelphia Union's draw against Charlotte FC, that's back-back clean sheets on the road now for the Union. Todd discusses the latest news around MLS that includes: Jamir Berdecio called up to the Bolivian National Team, Tai Baribo called up to Israel National Team, Andre Blake signs a long term contract with the Union and Julian Carranza linked to Feyenoord. Todd also gives his thought...

After six games without a win, the Philadelphia Union go up to Foxborough and defeat the New England Revolution by a score of 3-0 thanks to goals from Daniel Gazdag and Julian Carranza. Todd discusses the latest news in MLS that includes: Nashville fires Gary Smith, Daniel Gazdag officially called up to Hungary for Euros, Oliver Giroud signs with LAFC and MLSPA release Salary guide for Spring of 2...

When a raccoon invading the pitch is the most memorable highlight from your last five games, you know things are going poorly for your team. Wednesday's 2-1 defeat to NYCFC saw the Union lose their fourth consecutive home game in the league, which sets a new team record. Todd gives his thoughts on the game and discusses: the Union lacking confidence, Matt Freese's big performance + the Union are t...

With Philadelphia Union's 3-2 loss to Orlando City, that makes it the Union's third loss of the season at Subaru Park. Todd gives his thoughts on the match and discusses the different defensive pairings the Union have deployed this season, Union continue to give up uncharacteristic goals, trailing at halftime, why Damion Lowe over Jack Elliott, and the three stars of the evening.  Philadelphia Uni...

Thanks to Jack McGlynn, the Philadelphia Union were able to avoid a three game losing streak, which would've been their first in MLS since 2017. Todd talks about the latest Union news which includes: David Vazquez and Andrew Rick both signing Homegrown contracts, and MLS releasing MLS Club Profiles. Todd also discusses Saturday's DC United v Philadelphia Union game and talks about all four of the...

Back-back home league losses for Philadelphia Union for the first time since 2021. After trailing 3-0 at the half to Seattle Sounders, the Union fall short of a comeback, scoring 2 unanswered goals in the second half with Jack McGlynn and Daniel Gazdag scoring two minutes apart. Todd gives his overall thoughts on the game and discusses the goals that the Union conceded and how they're simple goals...

Philadelphia Union's 7-game unbeaten run in MLS finally comes to an end after a 2-1 home loss to Real Salt Lake. Todd discusses the latest news in MLS that includes: Wilfried Nancy and Columbus Crew agreeing to a contract extension, San Jose Earthquakes sign Hernán López, New England Revolution acquire Xavier Arreaga from Seattle Sounders, Toronto FC acquire Derrick Etienne from Atlanta United, Ph...

After being down by two goals, the Philadelphia Union are able to crawl themselves back and draw against Atlanta United 2-2, thanks to goals from Mikael Uhre and Kai Wagner! Todd breaks down the latest news in MLS that includes Kai Wagner and former Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Matt Freese earn Team of The Match Day Honors for week 9, and Julian Carranza and Daniel Gazdag on the verge of making h...

Fresh off their trip from Nasville, Todd is joined by Cem Toygar to discuss their experiences in Nashville and also to discuss the Philadelphia Union's 2-1 comeback victory over Nashville to make that three wins in a way now for the Union.    Experience in Nashville: Cem's flight experience:  [5:00] VIP treatment + overall thoughts of Nashville: [7:38] Nashville v Philadelphia Union: Union away su...

The Philadelphia Union make it back-back wins with their 2-0 win over Minnesota United, earning their first win of the season at Subaru Park. Todd goes over the latest news in MLS that includes: Cavan Sullivan set to sign a HG deal with the Union until he's 18, LAFC sign Maxime Chanot and Kei Kamara, and Jack Elliott, Matt Freese and Fafa Picault earn Team of The Macth Day honors. Todd also gives...

Down eight players, six of those being starters, and the Philadelphia Union were able to find a way to beat the Portland Timbers 3-1, earning their first win of the season. Todd gives his thoughts on the game and discusses big performances from Oliver Semmle, Jeremy Rafanello, and Julian Carranza. Mikael Uhre's missed chances, but steps up big with a huge assist. Todd also talks about the latest M...

Another week, another draw for Philadelphia Union as they draw 2-2 against Austin FC in the first ever match between the two clubs. Todd discusses the news from around the league that includes Philadelphia Union academy player Cavan Sullivan close to signing with City Football Group, MLS to change the U22 initiative, Latif Blessing traded to Houston Dynamo and Ralph Priso traded to Vancouver White...

Pachuca hand Philadelphia Union their worst loss in club history with a 6-0 defeat in leg 2 of their Concacaf Champions Cup match up. Todd is joined by Kyle and Jillian Almoney of The One Team We Agree On podcast to discuss their thoughts from Tuesday night's humiliating defeat. Topics that were discussed were lack of depth, conceding too many goals, did The Union quit, centerback issues, and is i...

Another week and more mess ups by the replacement referees in MLS! Todd breaks down this past Saturday's Sporting KC v Philadelphia Union match and talks about that controversial throw-in award to The Union instead of Sporting KC, which eventually led to a corner kick that the Union equalized on. Todd also talks about Jim Curtin's three subs at half time + Nate Harriel starting over Matt Real, Jer...

Live on Twitter spaces with Jose Nunez to review Tuesday's Philadelphia Union v Deportivo Saprissa match. Topics in the episode include the Atmosphere at Subaru Park from the Saprissa fans, diving into the hispanic market, starting lineup and who impressed, and finally the center back issues for the Union.   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube...

Philadelphia Union's Quinn Sullivan continues to impress early on with another big performance for the Union with an assist to his name against Chicago Fire. Todd review's Saturday night's Philadelphia Union v Chicago Fire game and discusses the Union trailing 1-0 at halftime again, Oliver Semmle's debut, Mikael Uhre scoring but also hitting the woodwork, and the domination on the right side of th...

The Philadelphia Union concede first down in Costa Rica thanks to an own goal by Jakob Glesnes, but thanks to a Julian Carranza second half hat trick the Union defeat Deportivo Saprissa by a score of 3-2 in the first leg of Rd. One of the CONCACAF Champions Cup! Todd gives his thoughts on the match including Jose Martinez shocking display on the ball and defending set pieces, Jakob Glesnes' own go...

With the MLS season fast approaching, that means prediction time! Todd discusses who he believes will lead the Union in Goals + Assists, along with his Philadelphia Union awards that include: Union MVP, Newcomer of The Year, Homegrown of The Year, Biggest Disappointment and Union defender of The Year. Todd also gives his thoughts on the schedule and takes a look at the busy summer the Union are se...

Todd is back to recording regular Philadelphia Union Podcast episodes again after the United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series! Todd discusses the latest Philadelphia Union signings that include goalkeeper Oliver Semmle, forward Markus Anderson, and re-signing Alejandro Bedoya! Todd also looks at the departures of Andres Perea (NYCFC), Nelson Pierre (Loan - Skövde AIK), and how Julian Carranza...

In the last episode from the United Soccer Coaches Convention, André Swanston who is the owner of MLS Next Pros latest team joins the podcast! Founded in 2024 and owned by Connecticut Sports Group, Connecticut United Football Club (CT United FC) is the fifth independent professional men's soccer club in MLS NEXT Pro. CT United FC is targeting a 2025 launch and will call a new state-of-the-art stad...

Joining the podcast is Rick Eddy, who is the director of Referee Development at USSF. Rick discusses the referee shortage in all sports, his goals for referring in America and what a perfect world would look like for refs, what goes into becoming a pro ref, what does 41 US Soccer match officials being on the 2024 FIFA International Panel mean for the federation, and his thought's from the 2002 MLS...

Joining the podcast on day two of the United Soccer Coaches Convention is world renown throw-in coach Thomas Gronnemark! Thomas talks about his experiences at Liverpool FC and Philadelphia Union, and the art of the throw in! Thomas Gronnemarks' biggest dream is to help football coaches all over the World, so their teams are reducing the loss of possession, scoring more goals, and winning matches w...

Ida co-founder Laura Youngson joins the podcast to discuss the first women's specific soccer cleat! Laura Youngson is a STEM advocate, TED speaker, and four-time Guinness World Record Holder. She's always been drawn to the power that sport has in bringing people together and in 2017, she set out to make a lasting mark in the game she loves.  Laura led a group of women to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro...

Live from the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California, Todd is joined by Kyle and Jillian Almoney of The One Team We Agree On. In this latest episode they talk about the latest Philadelphia Union news that involves Kai Wagner signing a new three year, plus an option for 2027 contract to stay in Philadelphia. They take a look at what does this signing mean for the future of the Unio...

In the last Philadelphia Union specific podcast before Todd heads out to Anaheim for the United Soccer Coaches Convention, Jose Nunez joins him to talk about the offseason so far. Topics include, looking back at the 2023 season, Hugo Lloris signs for LAFC, John McCarthy signs for LA Galaxy, Philadelphia Union going all in on Youth, how do you replace Julian Carranza, and Olivier Mbaizo not called...