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The Free Kick

by Todd Lewis

Maryland's Number One Philadelphia Union Podcast! The Free Kick is a weekly podcast hosted by Todd Lewis and José Nuñez, in which they are 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!

Latest episodes

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Episode 440 - Philadelphia Union Acquire Mark McKenzie

The Philadelphia Union announced that they have re-acquired defender Mark McKenzie, with the deal taking effect in January 2027. Todd and José discuss their thoughts on t

Oct 2
1 h 06 min

Episode 439 - Union Set Club Record of 12 Unbeaten with 4-2 Win Over Orlando

Philadelphia Union continued their unbeaten streak on Saturday night with a 4-2 victory over Orlando City, which sees the Union sit comfortably in 6th place in the Easter

Sep 28
1 h 34 min

Episode 438 - Relentless Union Complete 4-3 Comeback

For the third time in 11 games, the Philadelphia Union once again overcame a 2+ goal deficit, defeating Sporting KC 4-3, which sees the Union move into 6th place in the E

Sep 21
1 h 11 min

Episode 437 - Cavan Sullivan, Neil Pierre and Frankie Westfield Called-Up to USMNT (feat. Callum Williams)

The Philadelphia Union are looming to extend their 10 game unbeaten streak as they face off against Sporting KC this Saturday on the road. Todd and José are joining by ML

Sep 18
1 h 15 min

Episode 436 - The Homegrown Takeover is Alive and Well in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia continued their winning ways Sunday night as they defeated San Diego FC 5-0, to mark the clubs second consecutive 5-0 win. Todd and José discuss the late

Sep 15
1 h 25 min

Episode 435 - Bruno Damiani Bags First Career Hat TricK in 5-0 Union Win Over Cincinnati

Philadelphia Union picked up their biggest thrashing under interim head coach Ryan Richter, as they defeated FC Cincinnati by a score of 5-0 with Bruno Damaini scoring hi

Sep 11
1 h 08 min

Episode 434 - Union Continue to Fly Under Ryan Richter With Eighth Straight Game Unbeaten

Philadelphia Union found a way to grind out a win over CF Montréal as Danley Jean Jacques and Cavan Sullivan scored in the 2-0 victory. Todd and José discuss the latest M

Sep 8
1 h 22 min

Episode 433 - Can The Union Make it Eight Straight Unbeaten Since World Cup Break? (Feat. Moisés Linares)

The Philadelphia Union play host to CF Montréal on Saturday, as the Union look to extend their unbeaten streak to eight games since the World Cup break. Todd and José are

Sep 4
46 min

Episode 432 - Cavan Sullivan Continues Case For USMNT Call-Up

The Philadelphia Union continued their flying start under interim head coach Ryan Richter, defeating Red Bull New York 3-1 behind goals from Milan Iloski, Cavan Sullivan,

Aug 31
1 h 26 min

Episode 431 - MLS' Latest Homegrown Wave Ahead of Red Bull New York (ft. Chris Wittyngham)

The Philadelphia Union return to action on Saturday night as they face off against Red Bull New York, looking to keep their six-game unbeaten run intact. Todd and José ar

Aug 28
46 min

Episode 430 - Neil Pierre Shines in Philadelphia's 1-1 Draw Against Austin

The Philadelphia Union remain unbeaten through interim head coach Ryan Richter's first six MLS games, as the Union and Austin played to a 1-1 draw at Q2 Stadium. Todd is

Aug 24
1 h 11 min

Episode 429 - Broad Street Sullivans

Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami played to a 2-2 draw on Wednesday night, in a match where the Philadelphia Union looked the better side. In a game that should've been

Aug 21
1 h 35 min

Episode 428 - Philadelphia Union Erase Another 2-0 Deficit, As They Defeat NYCFC 3-2

The Philadelphia Union have made it back-back MLS games that they have comeback from 2-0 deficits in MLS, as they scored three goals in the second half with Danley Jean J

Aug 18
1 h 24 min

Episode 427 - Julián Carranza's Return is Spoiled By Philadelphia's 3-1 Win Over Necaxa

The Philadelphia Union picked up a 3-1 win over Necaxa on Sunday night for their first win of Leagues Cup, ruining Julián Carranza's return to Subaru Park for the first t

Aug 11
1 h 24 min

Episode 426 - Major Controversy As Philadelphia Loses 1-0 to Cruz Azul

The Philadelphia Union fell 1-0 to Cruz Azul in a match filled with controversy, as no penalty was awarded for what appeared to be a clear handball, and Cavan Sullivan se

Aug 8
54 min

Episode 425 - Union Complete 3-2 Victory Over Atlanta United

In what will surely go down as one of the greatest games in Philadelphia Union history as they came from behind and defeated Atlanta United by a score of 3-2 with goals f

Aug 3
1 h 15 min

Episode 424 - Can the Union Make It Three Wins in a Row against Last Place Atlanta? (feat. Jessica Charman)

After defeating the Seattle Sounders 1-0 on Saturday and the New York Red Bulls 3-1 last Wednesday, the Philadelphia Union turn their attention to last-place Atlanta Unit

Jul 30
54 min

Episode 423 - Milan Iloski Lifts The Union Over Struggling Seattle Sounders

Two games into the Ryan Richter era, the Philadelphia Union have two wins, edging the struggling Seattle Sounders 1–0 thanks to Milan Iloski's fifth consecutive game with

Jul 27
1 h 16 min

Episode 422 - The Ryan Richter Era Kicks Off With a 3-1 Win Over Red Bull New York

The Ryan Richter era is officially underway, as the Philadelphia Union defeat Red Bull New York by a score of 3-1, marking the Union's first win under the interim coach,

Jul 24
1 h 16 min

Episode 421 - Recapping the 2026 Fifa World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially come to an end after a month of matches across North America. Todd is joined by Jasmine Ferreira and Mike Barrera to discuss their

Jul 20
1 h 07 min

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#35
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#155 ▲ 35 Soccer US

What listeners say

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Only been listening to podcasts since late winter, and this was the first Union pod I started with. I do love the info & insight Todd gives & overall love the show. My only issue, and maybe it’s just me, is the constant little “exasperated sighs” (best as I can describe them). It’s pretty off-putting & kind of annoying. This most recent episode, there were 2 back to back. Gotta take it easy on those. Other than that, great pod, great content, keep up the great work.

skiballs903 · Jul 2022

I’ve been listening to Todd’s podcast since the last few games of the 2021 regular season and have been loving it. I was listening to 2-3 other Union related podcasts which are ok, but not the level of Todd’s podcast. Once i came across The Free Kick podcast, it’s the only one that I anticipate new episodes. Todd not only talks about the Union from a fan’s point of view but gives you more of a perspective as to how the Union individual players, coaches, team and front office fit within the MLS and the global game. He also does his homework and backs up a lot of his discussions with statistics and discusses the financial implications of a player’s acquisition or transfer to/from the club. You can tell he puts a lot of work into each episode. Keep up the good work Todd and I’m looking forward to each new episode!

HorshamMark · Mar 2022

This is my favorite Union podcast. Always has consistent uploads with both games previews and reviews for every game. Great insight and discussion, must listen to for Union fans.

dmilam12 · Mar 2022

New listener to this podcast and I have to say it’s pretty awesome and insightful. As someone who like the MLS it’s great to have a dedicated podcast for a hometown team. This podcast is highly insightful and enjoyable from the get go.

Mike_HTL15 · Jul 2021

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