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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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01:05:54

Episode 220 - 2023 Season Predictions

The Free Kick ·

2023/02/20

It's everyone's favorite time of the year, prediction time! Todd discusses who will be the Union's top goal scorer, assister, best defender, best newcomer, best homegrown, and team MVP. On top of that, he also takes a look at the Union schedules and discusses how he sees the Union fairing with all their games/competitions and how he sees the Eastern and Western Conferences playing out! Union Predictions: Leading Goal Scorers: [6:38] Leading Assister: [12:39] Predicting the schedule: [17:12]

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45:24

Episode 219 - All Smiles From Preseason

The Free Kick ·

2023/02/11

With some recent news breaking about Jack McGlynn signing a new contract, Abasa Aremeyaw having his contract terminated, and MLS proposing a 9-team per conference playoffs, that made for a good podcast recording! Todd discusses Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin's press conference from this past week and discusses: Playing different formations v New England and the depth the Union has, Jesus Bueno's strong preseason, Chris Donovan's injury update, Abasa Aremeyaw's contract terminated, Jim's

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46:48

Episode 218 - RIP Freelance Journalism (feat. Kevin...

The Free Kick ·

2023/02/03

Part two of the crossover pod between Its Always Soccer In Philadelphia and The Free Kick. Kevin Kinkead joins the podcast to talk about how he got involved with soccer and the media landscape + continuing the conversation of VOX Media axing their MLS Coverage on SB Nation; MLS still won't stream preseason games; how realistic is it that the Union will win a trophy this year; what former Union player in the prime of their career would Kevin put in this current Union squad, and is Brenden Aaronson a

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35:29

Episode 217 - Union Splash The Cash For Three MLS...

The Free Kick ·

2023/02/02

With the end of our United Soccer Coaches Convention mini-series, we turn our attention to the 2023 Philadelphia Union season! The Philadelphia Union have made quite a bit of moves this offseason, trading for Andres Perea, Damion Lowe, and Joaquin Torres. On top of those moves, the Union has acquired to trade homegrown goalkeeper Matt Freese to NCYCFC. Finally, Todd takes a look at the English broadcast teams that Apple and MLS have announced. Player Trades: Andres Perea: [3:20] Damion

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33:46

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Absalom...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/30

Our final interview from the United Soccer Coaches Convention sees Absalom Solorio join the pod! Absalom serves as the Digital Marketing Specialist for United Soccer Coaches and the guy in charge of setting up podcast row at the convention! Absalom is a former soccer player at Niagara and Drake Universities, as well as MASL side KC Comets. Todd and Absalom talk about how Absalom first got into soccer, growing up in Sporting KC's academy, playing in college, and professionally for KC Comets. They end

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01:03:22

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Tim...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/27

Our second to latest podcast episode sees Author Tim Schum join the podcast to talk about his connection to the sport of soccer. Tim also discusses the connection Pennsylvania, and in particular, Philadelphia, had on growing the sport of soccer here in America. With the likes of Robert W. Robinson, Lower Merion High School (PA), Walter Chyzowych, Philadelphia Textile University, Wake Forest University, Donald Yonker, Drexel University, and Earle C. Waters, West Chester University all playing a vital

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28:36

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Phil...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/22

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Returning to the podcast is Philadelphia Union goalkeeper coach Phil Wheddon! Todd and Phil discuss a wide variety of topics that include: Sharing information with others, playing down in Charlotte during a hurricane, LAFC v Philadelphia Union final, fan atmosphere, drafting Holden Trent, Andrew Rick's future at the club, who would be in Phil Wheddon's 5-a-side team, could a 5-a-side team of Phil, Jim Curtin,

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47:15

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Kevin...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/19

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast for the first time since his appearance on Full Time Podcast is Kevin Pettit of LADS (Loud Americans Discussing Soccer)! Todd and Kevin talk EA Sports FIFA, LADS Podcast, MLS, the Union, and supporting local soccer! Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod thefreekick.net Kevin's Social Media: Twitter: @KevinJPettit3 Twitter: @LADS_Podcast

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United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: JP...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/17

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast is legendary US commentator JP Dellacamera! Why MISL: [1:00] Could MASL reach the MISL glory days: [2:42] Potential for Philadelphia Kixx to be back: [4:23] Should Baltimore Blast change stadiums: [4:56] Supporters culture in MASL: [6:23] Potential partnerships: [7:49] Player movement from indoor soccer to outdoor: [9:45] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod

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16:10

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: JP...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/17

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast is legendary US commentator JP Dellacamera! Why MISL: [1:00] Could MASL reach the MISL glory days: [2:42] Potential for Philadelphia Kixx to be back: [4:23] Should Baltimore Blast change stadiums: [4:56] Supporters culture in MASL: [6:23] Potential partnerships: [7:49] Player movement from indoor soccer to outdoor: [9:45] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod

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15:48

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Alexi...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/16

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast is USMNT Legend Alexi Lalas! We discuss how Alexi got into soccer, the 2022 MLS season, where MLS will be in 10-20 years, excitement around the 2023 Women's World Cup, Greg Berhalter v Reyna's, and Pique's 7v7 league! 2022 Philadelphia Union season: [0:50] MLS Cup Final: [1:49] MLS/Apple TV deal: [2:50] 2022 MLS season: [4:19] 2023 Women's World Cup: [6:00] No more single host countries

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24:37

United Soccer Coaches Mini-Series: Tom Bogert (MLS...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/14

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast is MLS Insider, Tom Bogert! Tom joins the podcast to discuss his college soccer playing days, how he started working for MLS, building connections, any stories he regretting breaking, where MLS can be in 10-20 years, will Brenner start the season with FC Cincinnati, Union linked with Joaquin Torres, and why MLS teams might start following the Union's model. How Tom Got Into Soccer: [0:53]

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22:34

United Soccer Coaches Mini-Series: Thorne Holder...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/14

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast is former Maryland University and Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Thorne Holder. Thorne discusses playing soccer at the University of Maryland, signing for Philadelphia Union in 201, and memories from that team, including the Everton friendly! Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod thefreekick.net Thorne's Social Media: Instagram: @thorneholder

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United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Jim Curtin

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/13

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast for the very first time is Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin! Jim discusses what the preseason has looked like so far for the Union, how Andres Perea is fitting in with the team, the plan with Jose Riasco, switching to a three-in-the-back formation, Jim's ability to develop coaches, what former Philadelphia Union player would Jim take in their prime, and who would win in a match

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21:15

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series: Greg...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/13

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Joining the podcast for the very first time is Brotherly Games, Greg Oldfield! Todd, Greg, and Billy take a look at the 2022 Philadelphia Union season and discuss if it was a failure or not? Greg gives his thoughts on the atmosphere at Banc of California Stadium as he went out to cover MLS Cup. The guys also discuss any upcoming trips for the 2023 season and the concern of lack of depth on the current roster.

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36:10

United Soccer Coaches Convention Mini-Series:...

The Free Kick ·

2023/01/13

Live from the Philadelphia Convention center; it's United Soccer Coaches Convention week! Billy Myers joins Todd to discuss the Philadelphia Union's greatest 10 players and the best Union XI! Top 10 Greatest Union Players: [4:26] Best Union XI: [18:18] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod thefreekick.net Billy's Social Media: Twitter: @SanjayaSoB

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30:41

Episode 216 - Bearfight FC Pt. 2 (feat. Jeremy Sharpe)

The Free Kick ·

2022/12/27

This is a two-parter interview with Bearfight FC co-founder Jeremy Sharpe. Todd and Jeremy spend the second part of the episode talking about the future of Bearfight FC! Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod thefreekick.net Jeremy Social Media: Twitter: @Jersha Instagram: @jersha Twitter: @BearfightFC

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57:41

Episode 216 - Beartfight FC Pt.1 (feat. Jeremy Sharpe)

The Free Kick ·

2022/12/24

This is a two-parter interview with Bearfight FC co-founder Jeremy Sharpe. Todd and Jeremy spend the first part of the episode talking about how Jeremy got into Philadelphia Union and how that fandom led to the creation of non-league club Bearfight FC! Philadelphia Union: How Jeremy got into Philadelphia Union: [2:43] Was 2022 a success: [10:50] Creation of Bearfight FC: Stachebash: [13:10] Punchy's night before Christmas: [16:26] Supporters-owned club: [21:00] Where did the name Bearfight

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01:03:18

Episode 215 - Support Local Soccer (feat. Cem Toygar)

The Free Kick ·

2022/12/11

In a very special episode, Todd is joined by longtime Piccadilly FC manager Cem Toygar to talk about the importance of grassroots soccer. Todd and Cem speak about their relationship, how they got to meet, and how Cem got involved with the London Underground Football League. They also take a look at Cem's first MLS match that involved Nashville SC and Portland Timbers and how MLS compares to English soccer, and could MLS become a top league within the next few years. Finally, they end the show by

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49:02

Episode 214 - Union End of The Season Press...

The Free Kick ·

2022/11/20

With Philadelphia Union's End of The Season Press Conference on Friday, that marks the end of the 2022 season! Todd discusses his five biggest takeaways from the press conference that includes: Union's roster next season will have 27-28 players, tactical flexibility, Union will replace any players that leave in the January transfer window, Union won't stop players from going to Europe, and the number one priority next season. Todd also discusses what went on with the Cory Burke deal, why there is no

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