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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 351 - Philadelphia Union Defeat Montréal 2-1,...

The Free Kick ·

2025/05/05

The Philadelphia Union defeated CF Montréal by a score of 2-1, earning their third straight win. With that victory, the Union are off to their best start through 11 games, with 22 points. Todd discusses the game and talks about the Union’s lack of chances but how they still found a way to grind out a win, Mikael Uhre’s numbers against Montréal, and three straight weeks of strikers coming off the bench and scoring. Todd also discusses the Blunder of the Week, which includes the Colorado Rapids not

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50:36

Episode 350 - Philadelphia Union Dominate D.C. United...

The Free Kick ·

2025/04/28

The Philadelphia Union took care of business, beating D.C. United by a score of 3-0 thanks to goals from Jakob Glesnes, Danley Jean Jacques, and Bruno Damiani. With the win, the Union end a two-game home stand against Atlanta United and D.C. United, collecting the maximum possible six points. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to talk about the win, and they discuss several topics: getting goals from players other than strikers, winning against teams they should beat, and whether there is any concern

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01:11:47

Episode 349 - Philadelphia Union Cruise to 3-0 Win...

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2025/04/22

The Philadelphia Union ended a three-game winless streak with a 3-0 win over Atlanta United, with Quinn Sullivan, Danley Jean Jacques, and Tai Baribo scoring. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss Quinn Sullivan's inclusion in MLS' Team of the Matchday for Week 9 and share their thoughts on the Atlanta game, with topics including Bradley Carnell's makeshift backline, Mikael Uhre starting over Tai Baribo, the Union's game plan against Atlanta, and Andre Blake picking up his 100th clean sheet for

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56:04

Episode 348 - Philadelphia Union Fall 1-0 to NYCFC,...

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2025/04/15

The Philadelphia Union fell to NYCFC by a score of 1-0, leaving the Union winless in four of their last five games. The biggest storyline from the game was Andre Blake's absence from the matchday squad due to an adductor injury, which meant Andrew Rick started his second game of the season. Todd discusses his thoughts on the game, covering topics including: the attack's recent struggles, a costly defensive mistake by another Union centerback, and the Union's current winless run. Finally, Todd ends

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01:21:25

Episode 347 - Philadelphia Union Trade Dániel Gazdag...

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2025/04/10

The Philadelphia Union shocked the MLS world when Tom Bogert first reported that the Columbus Crew had agreed to a deal with the Union to acquire Dániel Gazdag. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the deal and what it means for the Union’s future plans. First reaction when it was announced Gazdag would be traded between Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew: [3:48] Other MLS Cash For Trade Deals: [18:27] Union Open Up DP Spot, Can Select Two DPs, 4 U22s in Summer: [36:32] Comparing Gazdag to

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55:29

Episode 346 - Ian Glavinovich Tears His Meniscus In...

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2025/04/08

After beating Orlando City 4-2 in Week One of MLS play, the league's two highest-scoring teams played to a 0-0 draw at Subaru Park in Week Seven. The result puts the Union in third place in the Eastern Conference with a 4-2-1 record. Todd shares his thoughts on the draw, covering topics such as Orlando City's game plan, Frankie Westfield starting at right back while Nathan Harriel plays at left back, Bradley Carnell's substitution choices, and Ian Glavinovich tearing his meniscus—and what that

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01:26:58

Episode 345 - Missed Chances Cost Union A Point...

The Free Kick ·

2025/03/31

The Philadelphia Union found themselves down 2-0 against Miami before Dániel Gazdag brought the score within one. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the Union's second loss in three games with topics including: The Union's starting XI, which included no Kai Wagner in the matchday squad with an abdominal injury, Union couldn't convert their chances, and are Chris Donovan's days numbered with the Union? Finally, Todd discusses Blunder of The Week, which includes the unprofessional question asked

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01:00:17

Episode 344 - Union Get A Goal From An Unlikely...

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2025/03/24

The Philadelphia Union got a big goal from Ian Glavinovich off a Kai Wagner corner kick as they defeated St. Louis CITY 1-0. With that win, the Union have started 2025 with a 4-1-0 record in five MLS matches, tying their highest point total (12) in their first five games, which they set in 2022. Todd discusses Saturday night's victory and talks: Nathan Harriel shines unique role, Jakob Glesnes stepping up from last week's performance against Nashville, and the Union's depth getting the job done

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Episode 343 - Reunion Weekend: Vassilev & Carnell...

The Free Kick ·

2025/03/20

It's reunion weekend for Philadelphia Union head coach Bradley Carnell and midfielder Indiana Vassilev, as the duo is set to face off against their former club, St. Louis CITY, this Saturday. Todd is joined by Flyover Footy host and contributor to Big 550 KTRS and CITYSC Report, Matt Baker, to discuss this weekend's first-ever matchup between Philadelphia Union and St. Louis CITY. Todd and Matt discuss: Carnell's time in St. Louis: [4:43] What went right and what went wrong: [9:40] Does Bradley

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57:17

Episode 342 - Penalties, Non Penalty, Flying Hotdogs...

The Free Kick ·

2025/03/18

The Philadelphia Union fell to Nashville SC by a score of 3-1, marking their first loss of the season. The game was full of controversy, including a non-penalty call and two penalties given. Todd and José Nuñez discusses the latest news, including Marlon LeBlanc coaching the USYNT U18s and Kai Wagner and Jovan Lukić earning Team of the Matchday honors for Matchday 3. He shares his thoughts on the game against Nashville, analyzing the defensive mistakes, the lack of chances created, and the

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01:19:24

Episode 341 - Union Start 3-0 For First Time In Club...

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2025/03/10

The Philadelphia Union have started the season 3-0 for the first time in club history, as the Union defeated the New England Revolution by a score of 2-0, thanks to goals by Tai Baribo and Jovan Lukić. Todd is joined by Mark Kelkenberg and José Nuñez to discuss Saturday night's victory, with topics including Tai Baribo's hot start — could that mean a potential move in the future? — the Union's away record since 2022, the Union's defensive adjustments in three games, and the Danley Jean Jacques and

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01:02:13

Episode 340 - Baribo Scores Hat Trick As Union...

The Free Kick ·

2025/03/03

The Philadelphia Union are 2-0 to start the season for only the second time in club history, with the first coming during the 2011 season. The Union's attack continues its red-hot form, having scored four goals in consecutive weeks, with Tai Baribo leading the way with five, including a hat trick against Cincinnati! Todd and José Nuñez discusses the latest Philadelphia Union news, including MLS releasing clubs' spring roster profiles. They breaks down their thoughts from the game against Cincinnati,

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Episode 339 - Harriel, Vassilev & Damiani Ready for...

The Free Kick ·

2025/02/28

The Philadelphia Union look to continue their winning ways as FC Cincinnati comes to town for the Union's 2025 home opener—Bradley Carnell's first match in charge at Subaru Park. Todd is joined by Justin Blair of Cincinnati Soccer Talk to preview the matchup between these two teams. Topics include availability reports on Nathan Harriel, Indiana Vassilev, Bruno Damiani, Sergio Santos, and Luca Orellano; Cincinnati's busy offseason, moving on from Lucho Acosta but bringing in Kevin Denkey and Evander;

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01:04:15

Episode 338 - Philadelphia Union Dominate Orlando:...

The Free Kick ·

2025/02/24

The Philadelphia Union started the Bradley Carnell era with a bang, defeating Orlando City 4-2 on the opening night of MLS. Four players made their Philadelphia Union debut, and Andre Blake appeared in his 300th game for the club across all competitions. Todd recaps the game and discusses the 4-2-2-2 formation and where the Union found success, Frankie Westfield's stellar debut, the three stars of the night, the Union's trade for Indiana Vassilev, and Blunder of the Week: believing faceless accounts

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Episode 338 - Philadelphia Union Dominate Orlando:...

The Free Kick ·

2025/02/24

The Philadelphia Union started the Bradley Carnell era with a bang, defeating Orlando City 4-2 on the opening night of MLS. Four players made their Philadelphia Union debut, and Andre Blake appeared in his 300th game for the club across all competitions. Todd recaps the game and discusses the 4-2-2-2 formation and where the Union found success, Frankie Westfield's stellar debut, the three stars of the night, the Union's trade for Indiana Vassilev, and Blunder of the Week: believing faceless accounts

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Episode 338 - Philadelphia Union Dominate Orlando:...

The Free Kick ·

2025/02/24

The Philadelphia Union started the Bradley Carnell era with a bang, defeating Orlando City 4-2 on the opening night of MLS. Four players made their Philadelphia Union debut, and Andre Blake appeared in his 300th game for the club across all competitions. Todd recaps the game and discusses the 4-2-2-2 formation and where the Union found success, Frankie Westfield's stellar debut, the three stars of the night, the Union's trade for Indiana Vassilev, and Blunder of the Week: believing faceless accounts

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41:20

Episode 337 - What Are The Union Getting In Bruno...

The Free Kick ·

2025/02/21

With the signing of Bruno Damiani now official, Todd and José Nuñez are joined by Daniel Solana of ARRIBA BOLSO to discuss what Damiani brings to the Philadelphia Union and MLS overall. Daniel brings a wealth of experience as part of the media covering Uruguay’s Nacional and discusses Bruno’s time with the Primera División giants, as well as his loan spell at Boston River last season. Todd and José also analyze the Union's overall roster and what moves need to be made to comply with MLS's February

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01:02:44

Episode 336 - Union To Sign Bruno Damiani From Nacional

The Free Kick ·

2025/02/13

The Philadelphia Union are on the verge of signing Nacional forward Bruno Damiani for a club-record fee of $3.4 million, just a week before the start of their 2025 MLS season. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the club-record signing, as well as the Union officially announcing the Homegrown signings of Eddy Davis, Neil Pierre, and Frankie Westfield. They also break down the Union's current roster situation: the team cannot sign any more players unless there are departures, and they still need

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01:20:09

Episode 335 - Union Trade Jack McGlynn, Sign Jovan Lukić

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2025/02/04

Well, Philadelphia Union fans and media alike had a busy weekend with all the news surrounding the club's recent moves! The Philadelphia Union officially announced that they have traded Jack McGlynn to the Houston Dynamo for $2.1 million, plus a percentage of any future sale, with an additional $1.3 million going back to the Union if certain performance metrics are met. José Nuñez reported that the Union are finalizing a deal to sign Serbian midfielder Jovan Lukić from Spartak Subotica. Todd is

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01:05:56

Episode 334 - Back From Spain, Who Impressed?

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2025/01/29

The Philadelphia Union returned to Chester after their two-week stay in Marbella, Spain, where they completed the first leg of preseason, taking on Slavia Prague and Aarhus Gymnastikforening. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the Union's first two weeks of preseason and which players impressed in the club's first two games. They also analyze Jack McGlynn's performance with the USMNT during the January camp, where he scored and assisted a goal against Venezuela. Additionally, they delve into

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