The Free Kick

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Episode 449 - Thank You Alejandro Bedoya

The Philadelphia Union ended decision day with a 4-1 win over Toronto FC, with both Quinn and Cavan Sullivan scoring in the victory. Todd and José discuss their thoughts

Nov 9
1 h 39 min

Episode 448 - Union Look To Lock Up The Six Seed Against Toronto (feat. Dax McCarty)

The Philadelphia Union look to lock up the six seed in the East with a win over Toronto FC. Joining Todd to help preview the match is former longtime MLS midfielder and c

Nov 6
40 min

Episode 447 - Should There Be Concern That Union Are Winless in Their Last Three

The Philadelphia Union have now gone three consecutive games without a win after falling 1-0 to FC Cincinnati, a result that guarantees the Union can finish no higher tha

Nov 2
1 h 16 min

Episode 446 - Union Pick Up Surprising Point Against Nashville (feat. Nate Bukaty)

In what many would consider a shock result, the Philadelphia Union picked up a point against Supporters' Shield winners Nashville SC on a night that saw the Union officia

Oct 30
1 h 18 min

Episode 445 - Union Suffer First Loss Since May 24 in 2-1 Loss to New England

The Philadelphia Union's 15 game unbeaten run has finally come to an end with a 2-1 loss to New England Revolution. Todd discusses the latest MLS news that includes MLS'

Oct 27
1 h 13 min

Episode 444 - Union Extend Unbeaten Streak to 15 with 2-2 Draw Against Charlotte

Philadelphia Union drew against Charlotte 2-2, which sees there 8-game winning run come to an end, but their unbeaten run continues to 15. Todd and José discuss their tho

Oct 19
1 h 20 min

Episode 443 - Bruno Damiani & Milan Iloski Lead Union to 3-1 Win Over Chicago (feat. Jessica Charman)

The Philadelphia Union continue to roll, defeating the Chicago Fire by a score of 3–1 behind a brace from Bruno Damiani and Milan Iloski's 18th goal of the season. The Un

Oct 16
1 h 13 min

Episode 442 - Union Extend Unbeaten Run to 13 with 2-1 Win Over Real Salt Lake

Philadelphia Union extended their unbeaten run to 13 with a 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake with goals from Bruno Damiani and Milan Iloski. Todd and José share their thoughts

Oct 12
1 h 24 min

Episode 441 - What Kind of Impact Will USMNT Call Up Have on Union Trio (feat. Chris Wittyngham)

After recently returning to Philadelphia Union will their time away with the USMNT, Cavan Sullivan, Frankie Westfield and Neil Pierre look to continue to build on their i

Oct 9
43 min

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

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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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