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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 240 - Union's Lackluster Offense Held to Draw...

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2023/05/19

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' mentality, careless giveaways in dangerous areas, Andres Perea not breaking into the starting XI over

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Episode 239 - Chaos Erupts in Colorado

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2023/05/16

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 Sporting Goods park since March of 2013. Saturday's victory was the second time the Union have come

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Episode 238 - That Wasn't Soccer

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2023/05/08

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 latest news in MLS that includes injuries to Inter Miami's Jean Mota, New England Rev's winger

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31:56

Episode 237 - Shifting The Focus Back to MLS (feat....

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2023/05/04

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's impact so far for Red Bulls, the loss of Aaron Long, and the strong defensive start for the Red

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01:09:53

Episode 236 - Union Spacing Out

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2023/05/04

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 choices, the squad depth, Leon Flach and Oliver Mbaizo's struggles, did the Union play too conservatively, and

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01:14:11

Episode 235 - Another Blown Lead Against LAFC (feat....

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2023/04/28

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 stood out for the Union, and should the Union have added a striker at the deadline? Andrew's soccer

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Episode 234 - Chaos is Perfect For Jose Martinez

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2023/04/25

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 comments about Daniel Gazdag and Jose Martinez after the game. Philadelphia Union v Toronto FC:

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01:01:01

Episode 233 - Two Goals in 2 Minutes Earns a Hard...

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2023/04/18

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 latest news in MLS that includes, Eryk Williamson has suffers yet again another ACL injury for Portland

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01:17:57

Episode 232 - Vamos Philadelphia (feat. Twitter...

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2023/04/14

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 season? We also preview this Saturday's Chicago Fire v Philadelphia Union match, and does it matter if

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55:56

Episode 231 - New Formation, Same Result

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2023/04/09

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 praise for the starting XI and limiting Cincy's talented front three, Daniel Gazdag's thoughts on why he's

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01:01:21

Episode 230 - Philadelphia Union Lacking Confidence

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2023/04/03

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 players impressed on the night. Todd also talks about Chelsea sacking Graham Potter and why he believes

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Episode 229 - Union Caught Flat Footed By Orlando

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2023/03/27

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 Carranza more than any other player on the night. Todd also discusses the latest MLS news, including LAFC

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01:00:05

Episode 228 - The Battle of The Depth (feat. Logan...

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2023/03/23

Because MLS thought it would be a great idea to play soccer during a FIFA window, we get more Union soccer this weekend! Joining the podcast for the first time and helping preview Saturday's Philadelphia Union v Orlando City game is the other half of the State Side Soccer Show and City Beautiful Soccer, Logan Stump! Todd and Logan discuss Logan's first-year experience in the Orlando City pressbox and how Logan got into soccer. They also discuss Orlando City v Charlotte FC from this past weekend, and

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48:35

Episode 227 - VAR out "VAR's" VAR

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2023/03/20

Have you ever seen anything like that? VAR overturns a VAR call in the CF Montreal v Philadelphia Union game! Todd breaks down all the action from that game and gives his thoughts on the production from the attacking third, Julian Carranza's red card, and why Joe Bendik wasn't to blame for the loss. Todd also talks about the latest MLS News, including Houston Dynamo signing FC Midtjylland captain Erik Sviatchenko, Minnesota United signing forward Jeong Sang-bin from Wolverhampton, and Damion Lowe

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01:05:16

Episode 226 - Tale of Two Different Games

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2023/03/17

Three days is all you needed to see a completely different Philadelphia Union side from the team that took on Chicago Fire last Saturday. Todd breaks down the Chicago Fire match from (3/11) and gives his thoughts on Tuesday's (3/14) CONCACAF Champions League v Alianza. Todd goes over the latest MLS news that includes: FC Cincinnati signing Nick Hagglund to a contract extension, MLS propose a temporary concussion substitution protocol, Anthony Fontana signs with PEC Zwolle, CBS announce Golazo

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45:12

Episode 225 - A Hopeful Chicago Fire (feat. Tyler...

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2023/03/09

After The Philadelphia Union's 2-0 loss last weekend against Inter Miami and their 0-0 draw against Alianza FC in CONCACAF Champions League, the Union returns to Subaru Park to face Chicago Fire. Returning to the podcast is former Chicago Fire PxP and current MLS commentator Tyler Terens! Tyler discusses his thoughts on the Apple/MLS deal and how it feels to work with Devon Kerr once again. Todd and Tyler discuss Chicago Fires' home opener against NYCFC and how two crucial pieces will be missing v

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47:08

Episode 224 - Union Get A Humbling Experience in Ft....

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2023/03/06

First away match of the season for Philadelphia Union's first loss, as they fall to Inter Miami 2-0. Todd gives his thoughts on the game and why it's not time to overreact or panic yet, Union fans. Todd discusses MLS Matchday 1, "Team of Matchday," and talks about how Inter Miami dominated this game through their midfield and how hopefully, this was a humbling experience for the Union. He also reviews his keys to the game, 3 "stars" on the night. Goal breakdowns, a new segment called, "referee

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56:25

Episode 223 - Looking For Point Against Miami (feat....

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2023/03/03

Joining the podcast to help preview Saturday's Inter Miami v Philadelphia Union match is long-time MLS writer Franco Panizo. Franco talks about his backstory and how he got involved in covering soccer with Ives Galarcep, and how Franco got a red card in a media soccer game?! Franco also gives his thoughts on Miami's game against CF Montreal from last week, the offseason Inter Miami has had, bringing in a total of 9 new players, and would Julian Carranza have had the same success under Phil Neville

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01:03:33

Episode 222 - Philadelphia Union Remain Dominant Over...

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2023/02/27

The first game of 2023 is official in the books for the Philadelphia Union as they defeat Columbus Crew on opening day by a score of 4-1! Todd discussed the latest MLS news that includes: Philadelphia Union signing Nelson Pierre, MLS and Adidas new contract, MLS confirms playoff changes, and Ernst Tanner turns down USMNT Sporting director role. Todd then discusses Saturday's game against the Columbus Crew and talks about how Columbus were hard done by the scoreline, Union having to dig deep and come

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34:05

Episode 221 - Can The Union Continue Their Winning...

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2023/02/24

It's finally here; the start of the 2023 MLS season is only ONE day away, which sees the Philadelphia Union open at home v Columbus Crew! Todd breaks down Columbus's offseason and discusses how there are a few similarities between how Columbus played last season under Caleb Porter and how CF Montreal played under Wilfried Nancy. Columbus Crew: The Crew's offseason: [5:19] Key players for Columbus: [7:30] Similarities between Columbus and Montreal: [14:01] Potential lineup for the Crew: [18:29]

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