The Free Kick

With the Philadelphia Union's 2-1 victory over NYCFC on Saturday, that makes it 5 straight games in all competitions that the Union have defeated NYCFC. Todd goes over the latest MLS news that includes: New England Revolution and Toronto FC agree to swap Latif Blessing and Mark Anthony-Kaye, Minnesota United sign Ethan Bristow, Columbus Crew cut Eloy Room, Olivier Mbaizo hands in transfer request,...

All aboard the CHUCHU TRAIN!! No Jose Martinez, no problem for the Philadelphia Union as they defeat Nashville SC 2-0 Wednesday night at Geodis Park. Todd goes over his thoughts from the game and discusses how he believes that it was Nashville who beat themselves, not the Union beating them. Todd looks at the negatives on the night that includes Sergii Boiko's terrible referring night, Julian Carr...

In the latest podcast Todd discusses the latest MLS transfers from around the league, including the Union loaning Brandan Craig to Austin FC. Todd also gives his thoughts on Saturday nights defeat to LA Galaxy, in a game that the Galaxy dominated from start to finish. Todd talks about the Union's lack of shots on target the last two games, and why the Union's offense is as much to blame as Joe Ben...

The Philadelphia Union suffered their first league defeat down in Atlanta for the first time since 2018, as the Union continue to concede the first goal in matches on the road. Todd discusses Tom Bogert's report of Jim Curtin signing a new contract with the Union through 2026 and what that stability means for the club. Todd also discusses his thoughts on Sunday's defeat to Atlanta United and how t...

The Philadelphia Union take advantage of a 'Messi- Less ' Inter Miami team Saturday night. With that win over Miami, the Union have only lost once in their last twelve MLS games (8-3-1), and sit two points out of second place in the Eastern Conference. Todd discusses the latest MLS news that includes: MLS All-Star Game roster announcement, Tom Bogert's transfer update Athletic Article (+ Leon Flac...

After being down by 2 goals on the road again, the Philadelphia Union comeback AGAIN! Despite the late game heroics by Jose Martinez down in Orlando, there was still plenty to be concerned about from the Union as early goals and poor finishing continues to find its way into their games. Todd gives his thoughts on Wednesday night's game and highlights some issues that fans may have overlooked durin...

With no Union game for until next Wednesday, why not bring fans onto the podcast? Returning to the podcast is Kyle and Jillian Almoney from The One Team We Agree On Podcast to discuss: Wrexham v Union 2 friendly, Leagues Cup + injuries in soccer do to too many games, favorite MLS stadium, where the Union sit midway compared to last season, and Rapid Fire Questions!    Getting Stuart Findlay's phon...

Unfortunately, the Philadelphia Union's 9-match unbeaten streak has come to an end thanks to a Miguel Trauco wonder goal, and goalkeeping heroic's by San Jose Earthquakes Daniel. In what is probably the longest podcast in quite some time, Todd takes a look at the latest MLS news that includes: Chicho Arango to Real Salt Lake, Chicharito has torn his ACL, Bajung Darboe has been traded to LAFC, Phil...

After a nice little three game home stretch for the Union, they are back on the road, this time heading to the West Coast to take on San Jose Earthquakes. Returning to the podcast is San Jose Earthquakes PxP Ted Ramey! Todd and Ted discuss: San Jose's 2023 season after 16 games so far, what's the club culture been like under new coach Luchi Gonzalez, Jeremy Ebobisse and Cristian Espinoza clicking...

4 straight wins for the Philadelphia Union in MLS as they defeat CF Montreal by a score of 3-0. Todd discusses the latest MLS news that includes: Chris Klein out as LA Galaxy President, Phil Neville out in Miami, Minnesota United to sell Luis Amarilla, and the USYNT u20 knocked out of the World Cup. Todd also gives his thoughts from Saturday's game and discusses the atmosphere at Subaru Park, Andr...

Make that three straight wins for the Philadelphia Union as they defeat Charlotte FC by a score of 1-0! The Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in their last 8 games overall in MLS play! With a quick turnaround with games, Todd just discusses his thoughts from Wednesday night's match with key moments in the game that includes Leon Flach's big night offensively, and why he's getting more and more comfo...

The Philadelphia Union have won their last 4/5 games, collecting 13 points out of a possible 15 with their latest win over New England Revolution on Saturday. Todd gives his thoughts from the game including Leon Flach playing in his more natural position, Daniel Gazdag joining elite Philadelphia Union company as he recorded his 5th multi-goal game for the Union, getting back to the basic's, and an...

The Philadelphia Union have won their last 4/5 games, collecting 13 points out of a possible 15 with their latest win over New England Revolution on Saturday. Todd gives his thoughts from the game including Leon Flach playing in his more natural position, Daniel Gazdag joining elite Philadelphia Union company as he recorded his 5th multi-goal game for the Union, getting back to the basic's, and an...

After a two-week stretch of being away on the road, the Philadelphia Union returned home to Subaru Park to take on DC United on Wednesday night. After a scoreless draw, Todd gives his thoughts on the game and discusses DC United's approach to the game playing a high line + Tyler Miller playing as a sweeper keeper, the Union switch formations once again (4321), Kai Wagner's comments on the teams' m...

Philadelphia Union get back to back wins on the road with Todd on the road? Maybe it's time for the Union to get him on all remaining road games the rest of the season! Todd discusses his trip to Colorado with his sister, and Kyle and Jillian Almoney. Todd also talks about his thoughts from the Union's come from behind victory against the Colorado Rapids, which marks the Union's first win at Dicks...

Not only has the Philadelphia Union won their first road game of 2023, but they have also won back-back games in the league for the first time this season too. Todd discusses his thoughts on his first Away trip to Red Bull Arena as well as his thoughts on the game overall, and Jim Curtin's comments on squad rotation for the next couple of matches + his team's points total goal. Todd also discusses...

The Philadelphia Union now ship their focus back to the league as the Union heads up i95 to take on New York Red Bulls in a game that has seen both teams struggle in front of goal early on. Joining Todd to preview this weekend's game is former MLS Veteran, and current NYRB Radio analyst Steve Jolley. Todd and Steve dive into high Steve got into soccer, Chicago Fire v New York Red Bulls, Cory Burke...

With the Philadelphia Union getting knocked out of the CONCACAF Champions League by LAFC, that calls for an emergency pod to discuss thoughts from the game! And what better place to do that than Twitter Spaces? Joining the pod are Andrew Diehl, Kyle, and Jillian Almoney from The One Team We Agree On Podcast and Zach LoBasso from Doop By The River. They discuss: Jim Curtin's questionable sub choice...

The Philadelphia Union and LAFC played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League on Wednesday, with LAFC scoring a late equalizer (again). Todd is joined by Andrew Deihl to discuss their thoughts on the game and discuss topics often discussed on Union Twitter that include: Any concern with the lack of playing time for Andres Perea and Joaquin Torres, three players that have s...

Make that three straight games in all competitions that the Philadelphia Union are undefeated in, with their latest coming Saturday against Toronto in a 4-2 victory! Todd discusses the Union getting back to that quick transition soccer that we saw last year, limiting Federico Bernardeschi and Lorenzo Insigne's chances, leading at halftime, Union making the most of their chances, and Jim Curtin's c...

The Philadelphia Union FINALLY pick up their first result on the road in MLS with a 2-2 draw against Chicago Fire, after going down by 2 goals! Todd gives his thoughts on the game and talks about the growth of the homegrown players as their roles become more defined in the team, why isn't Joaquin Torres and Andres Perea playing, and a fan breaks into the press conference?? Todd also discusses the...

Our first Twitter Spaces of the 2023 season sees us discuss Wednesday night's Atlas FC v Philadelphia Union game as the Union advances to face LAFC in the semi-finals! We discuss the chemistry between Julian Carranza and Mikael Uhre, too wide open of a game, Jim Curtin pushes the right buttons with Flach, McGlynn, Harriel, and Real, and is the LAFC match-up the one that will kick start the Union's...

The Philadelphia Union FINALLY deployed three centerback's to start a game this season, but the result still stayed the same with their fourth loss on the season. Todd gives his thoughts on Saturday's FC Cincinnati v Philadelphia Union as Pat Noonan is able to get the best of Jim Curtin once more. Todd discusses Pat Noonan's strong praise for the Union for the way they defended, Jim Curtin's prais...

How many positives can you take away from a 0-0 draw at home? The answer is not many. Todd reviews Saturday's Philadelphia Union v Sporting Kansas City game and discusses fans concern with the Union's slow start, should they rotate their squad for Sporting KC or Atlas, the Union currently lacking confidence, playing too conservative at home, have teams figured out how to beat the Union, and what p...

The Philadelphia Union lost their first league game at home since their 1-0 loss to New England Revs on September 3, 2021. And just like most of the season, the Philadelphia Union started slow once again, though this time, they gave up 2 goals in the first 10 minutes of the game. Todd breaks down his thoughts from Saturday's Philadelphia Union v Orlando City game and why The Union missed Julian Ca...