The Free Kick

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!

The Free Kick is a sports podcast hosted by Todd Lewis, with 452 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Todd Lewis hosts The Free Kick, a sports show with 452 episodes published.

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  Episode #428

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

  Aug 18, 20261h 24mS1

  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 Jacques and Bruno Damiani to complete a 3-2 win over NYCFC. Todd and José give their thoughts on the win and discuss topics such as: Bruno Damiani's much needed performance, Sullivan brothers both shine, should Ryan Richter be given the first team job permanently because of his relationship with the Sullivan brothers, and Richter's second half changes prove key. Todd also gives his Blunder of the Week that involves high school soccer. Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/

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  Episode #427

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

  Aug 11, 20261h 24mS1

  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 time since June of 2024. Todd and Evan Konigsberg give their thoughts on the game with topics including: Julián Carranza's homecoming, are Philadelphia Union that bad, or is Necaxa that bad, and what does the future hold next for Cavan Sullivan? Plus, Todd talks about this weeks Blunder of The Week which includes a U20 game between USA and Mexico. Philadelphia Union v Necaxa: Players progressing under Ryan Richter / Leagues Cup overall as a tournament: [11:50] Julian Carranza's homecoming: [30:13] Were the Union really good, or Necaxa that bad: [40:34] What's Next For Cavan Sullivan: [54:55] Blunder of The Week: Chris Applewhite red card against Mexico U20: [1:10:03] **Photo Credit: Don Robson** Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/ Evan's Social Media: Twitter: @ evanknowsball https://philadelphiasoccernow.com/

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  Episode #426

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

  Aug 8, 202655 minS1

  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 seemed to be fouled late in the game. Todd and José share their thoughts on the match, including the non-penalty call, the Union's dominant second-half performance, and how the club should approach the remainder of the Leagues Cup after opening the tournament with a loss. Cruz Azul v Philadelphia Union: Overall thoughts + Ezekiel Alladoh's lackluster performance: [5:48] How do Union approach rest of Leagues Cup with a loss: [17:45] Union dominated second half: [30:17] No penalty given in 89th minute for what looked to be a clear handball: [39:57] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/ Icarus Football x Forbidden Closet x Olivia Smith Looking for your newest soccer jersey? Our friends over at Forbidden Closet have partnered with Icarus Football and Local Philadelphia designer Olivia Smith to design "Philadelphia Football" jerseys, inspired by Brazil's 1992 kit and France's 1982 kit. Preorder your jersey through August 9th .

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  Episode #425

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

  Aug 2, 20261h 16mS1

  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 from Milan Iloski, Neil Pierre and Ezekiel Alladoh. Todd and José discuss their thoughts from the game including: Kai Wagner's Man of The Match performance, the difficulties of breaking down a low block, Ezekiel Alladoh's first career MLS goal, and Ryan Richter's substitutions. Finally, they discuss Blunder of The Week which includes a delusional soccer fan Todd ran into. Philadelphia Union v Atlanta United: Overall thoughts: [7:10] Kai Wagner's Man of the Match performance: [29:39] Ryan Richter's substitutions: [35:23] Difficulties of breaking down a low block: [47:07] Ezekiel Alladoh scores first career MLS goal: [53:34] Blunder of The Week: Soccer "fan" admits he's a fan of Barcelona and Real Madrid: [1:03:42] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/ Icarus Football x Forbidden Closet x Olivia Smith Looking for your newest soccer jersey? Our friends over at Forbidden Closet have partnered with Icarus Football and Local Philadelphia designer Olivia Smith to design "Philadelphia Football" jerseys, inspired by Brazil's 1992 kit and France's 1982 kit. Preorder your jersey through August 9th .

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  Episode #424

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

  Jul 30, 202655 minS1

  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 United, who are coming off a 4-1 loss to the New England Revolution.The Union will be hoping for their third consecutive win, which would mark the first time in 2026 that the club has won three straight matches. Joining Todd to preview Saturday's game is MLS Season Pass on Apple TV commentator Jessica Charman. Jessica shares her insights on what went wrong for Atlanta against New England and what has plagued the club throughout what has been an extremely disappointing season for the Five Stripes. Todd also discusses the pending moves of Olwethu Makhanya to Rangers in Scotland and Philippe Ndinga to Zulte Waregem. News: Olwethu Makhanya and Philippe Ndinga on the verge of leaving Philadelphia Union: [1:36] Atlanta United preview: [20:44] Will Ryan Richter rotate: [39:00] Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/ Jess' Social Media: Twitter: @ JessTalksFootie Instagram: @ jesstalksfootie

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