After 10 seasons as the head coach of the Philadelphia Union, Jim Curtin has been fired. Todd Lewis is joined by José Nuñez to discuss this news, which shocked not only the Philadelphia Union fanbase but also the MLS world. Other topics include: What other dominoes will follow after Curtin's firing? What could have led to the firing? Disappointment in Curtin's last season. What will Ernst Tanner look for in his next head coach?

Preparing for the week ahead: [2:00]

Where could Curtin land: [6:38]

Jim Curtin was asked in his last press conference will he be back for the 2025 season: [13:13]

Did the Union town hall lead to his firing: [21:23]

The Union can potentially qualify for the Club World Cup: [23:33]

What other dominos can fall in the wake of Curtin's dismissal / Dean Costalas leaves the Union: [27:00]

No 'Thank You Jim Curtin' post by the Union: [47:42]

Jim Curtin didn't deserve to go out this way: [52:40]

Tom Bogert's tweet from July 2024 said that Jim Curtin's job wasn't in danger: [1:05:29]

What could Ernst Tanner look for in a coach: [1:13:00]

Thank you Jim Curtin: [1:16:21]

 

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