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The Free Kick

Maryland"s Number One Philadelphia Union Podcast! The Free Kick is a weekly podcast hosted by Todd Lewis, in which he is joined by weekly guests that include MLS commentators and journalists from around the league. Each week consists of match previews, reviews, and news and rumors from around the league!

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Episode 265 - Is The Supporters' Shield Race Over?...

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2023/09/13

It's been a hot minute since we last have had a commentator on the podcast to preview a weekend game, and joining Todd to preview this weekend's Philadelphia Union v FC Cincinnati match is none other then MLS Season Pass analyst Devon Kerr! Todd and Devon talk about Devon's broadcasting joining and the job MLS did with putting pairings together for season pass. They also discuss Cincinnati's shock loss to Orlando City the past weekend and the lack of finishing from Cincinnati. They also talk about

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Episode 264 - Union's Big Win Over Red Bulls...

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2023/09/06

With the Philadelphia Union's 4-1 victory over New York Red Bulls, that makes it 12 games in a row now that the Union haven't lost to Red Bulls. Todd discusses the latest news in MLS including: Orlando City transfer Ercan Kara to Samsunspor, Julian Carranza linked to Olympiacos, and Maxi Moralez tears his ACL for NYCFC. Todd also goes over his thoughts from this weekend's game against New York Red Bulls and talks about the Union getting back to scoring set piece goals, midfield stepping up with

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01:00:36

Episode 263 - How Much Are The Last Couple Transfer...

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2023/09/01

After a strong performance against DC United over the weekend, Philadelphia Union fall to Toronto FC by a score of 3-1. Todd discusses his thoughts from the match including, uncharacteristic mistakes from Jakob Glesnes and the defense, the Union's shooting percentage the last 5 seasons, conceding the first goal on the road, Bueno, Martinez and potentially Flach out against New York Red Bulls, the Union's depth and missed transfers, and the three stars on the night. Todd also discusses Blunder of The

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47:36

Episode 262 - The 2022 Philadelphia Union Show Up...

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2023/08/28

The 2022 Philadelphia Union decided to show up in Washington DC Saturday night, instead of the 2023 version that had been shut out twice in 2023 by DC United. Todd recaps his trip down to the Nation's capital and talks about the Union once again making their home down in DC after their 3-1 victory. Todd takes a look at some similar characteristics from last years team compared to this years team, Mikael Uhre and the Union's front three starting to click, other players contributing to the goals

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49:29

Episode 261 - Philadelphia Union Blank Monterrey For...

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2023/08/20

And just like that, that's a wrap on Leagues Cup 2023, as the Philadelphia Union defeat Monterrey in the third place game by a score of 3-0. Todd gives his overall thoughts on the 2023 Leagues Cup tournament as Inter Miami and Messi defeat Nashville 10-9 on penalty kicks. Todd also gives his thoughts on the Union winning their third place game and discusses how they were able to get back to the same old Union that fans have come to know and love, strong performance from Mikael Uhre and Quinn

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55:52

Episode 260 - Is The Union's Dominance Over?

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2023/08/18

Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick

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01:39:03

Episode 259 - Is Chester Ready For Messi? (feat. Jose...

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2023/08/14

With the Philadelphia Union's 2-1 victory over Queretaro, the Union now move on to face Messi and Inter Miami in the semi-finals of Leagues Cup! Joining the podcast are Jose Nunez and Dave Miller from Across The Pitch podcast to help Todd discuss last Friday night's Union game, with topics including: Overall thoughts on the Philadelphia Union - Queretaro game, not creating enough chances without Gazdag and Bedoya, Mikael Uhre's poor performance and Jim Curtin's comments after the game, Jesus Bueno's

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47:13

Episode 258 - Sit Down, Be Humble

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2023/08/10

Philadelphia Union v New York Red Bulls: Jim Curtin calls out Red Bulls for their antics: [7:06] Not the best first half from the Union: [17:45] Mikael Uhre's form: [29:38] Nate Harriel continues to impress: [34:51] Daniel Gazdag injury update: [38:02] Philadelphia Union v Queretaro Preview: Should the Union change formations like they did against Red Bulls: [39:22] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick

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Episode 257 - Is It Leagues Cup or US Open Cup?

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2023/08/08

Thank goodness for postponements because that means podcast! Todd goes over his thoughts from the Philadelphia Union v DC United game last Thursday and discusses, what makes DC United dangerous, switching to the diamond in the last 10 minutes, stupid mistakes from Carranza and Gazdag, and what does Leagues Cup feel like? Todd also gives his thoughts on the Union's match up against New York Red Bulls and why the referee could be the deciding factor in this game that is usually physical. Plus Todd

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01:07:45

Episode 256 - Welcome Tai Baribo (feat. Skyler Hoffner)

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2023/08/02

In the latest podcast Todd is joined by Skyler Hoffner of Philly Union Nation to discuss the latest MLS news that includes: Portland Timbers acquire Bryan Acosta from Colorado Rapids, LA Galaxy acquire Diego Fagundez from Austin FC, LA Galaxy are set to sign free agent center back Maya Yoshida, Memo Rodriquez traded from LA Galaxy to Austin FC, Facundo Farías to Inter Miami, Houston Dynamo sign Polish midfielder Sebastian Kowalczyk, Columbus Crew sell Lucas Zelarayan to Al-Fateh, Philadelphia Union

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01:15:44

Episode 255 - Chaos in Week One Of Leagues Cup (feat....

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2023/07/25

The impossible happened, Todd recorded a podcast covering Week 1 of Leagues Cup! Todd was joined by returning guest/co-host Billy Myers to discuss the latest MLS and the biggest stories from Week 1 in Leagues Cup. News discussed: NYCFC agree to sell Gabi Pereira to Qatari Club Al Rayyan, LAFC announce the signing of forward Mario Gonzalez, Inter Miami announced Jordi Alba and Diego Gomez signings, Matt Hedges traded to Austin FC from Toronto, and Julian Gressel get's traded from Vancouver Whitecaps

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01:08:40

Episode 254 - It's Time For Leagues Cup! (feat. Nick...

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2023/07/21

Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick Nick's Social Media: Twitter: @Nick65730357

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Episode 253 - Make That 5 Straight Wins Against NYCFC

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2023/07/19

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, and the Union sign South African Center Back Olwethu Makhanya. Todd also gives his thoughts from

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40:50

Episode 252 - ChuChu

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2023/07/15

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 Carranza not at his sharpest, and the Union still struggling to defend set-pieces. On the flip side, Quinn

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01:07:08

Episode 251 - The Union Remain Winless Against The...

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2023/07/10

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 Bendik's performance was. MLS News: Jakob Glesnes added to the 2023 MLS All-Star Roster: [4:16] MLS

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01:00:44

Episode 250 - Atlanta United Block The Union

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2023/07/04

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 that's a game that the players and coaches will want to move on from because of poor formation choice,

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01:00:27

Episode 249 - Miami, Get 'Flached'

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2023/06/28

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 Flach linked with a move away by Sky Sports), and Bob Bradley and Mike Strober fired by Toronto FC. Todd also

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Episode 248 - JOSE MARTINEZ SCORES A WORLDIE

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2023/06/23

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 during the game despite two of the Union's unlikeliest of goal scorers finding the back of the net. Orlando

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01:14:30

Episode 247 - The One Team We ALL Agree On (feat....

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2023/06/16

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 phone number: [8:00] Wrexham v Union 2 Friendly thoughts: [12:29] Leagues Cup: [24:38] Injuries because too

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01:09:33

Episode 246 - A Wonder Goal By Trauco

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2023/06/13

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 Neville joins Canada's Men's technical staff for CONCACAF Nations League, FC Cincinnati are finalizing

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