Philadelphia Union v New York Red Bulls:

• Jim Curtin calls out Red Bulls for their antics: [7:06]
• Not the best first half from the Union: [17:45]
• Mikael Uhre's form: [29:38]
• Nate Harriel continues to impress: [34:51]
• Daniel Gazdag injury update: [38:02]

Philadelphia Union v Queretaro Preview:

• Should the Union change formations like they did against Red Bulls: [39:22]

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Thank goodness for postponements because that means podcast! Todd goes over his thoughts from the Philadelphia Union v DC United game last Thursday and discusses, what makes DC United dangerous, switching to the diamond in the last 10 minutes, stupid mistakes from Carranza and Gazdag, and what does Leagues Cup feel like? Todd also gives his thoughts on the Union's match up against New York Red Bulls and why the referee could be the deciding factor in this game that is usually physical. Plus Todd discusses is Tai Baribo eligible for Leagues Cup? 

Philadelphia Union v DC United:

• What makes DC United so difficult to play against: [2:29]
• Should the Union switched to the diamond faster than they did: [11:42]
• Julian Carranza Foul on Donovan Pines and Daniel Gazdag foul on Chris Durkin: [14:28]
• Does Leagues Cup feel like Champions League, CONCACAF Champions League, MLS Playoffs: [16:00]

Philadelphia Union v New York Red Bulls Leagues Cup Preview:

• Red Bulls defensively under Troy Lesesne/physical games: [20:21]
• Formation against Red Bulls: [24:33]

Tai Baribo update:

• Eligibility for Leagues Cup: [26:09]

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In the latest podcast Todd is joined by Skyler Hoffner of Philly Union Nation to discuss the latest MLS news that includes: Portland Timbers acquire Bryan Acosta from Colorado Rapids, LA Galaxy acquire Diego Fagundez from Austin FC, LA Galaxy are set to sign free agent center back Maya Yoshida, Memo Rodriquez traded from LA Galaxy to Austin FC, Facundo Farías to Inter Miami, Houston Dynamo sign Polish midfielder Sebastian Kowalczyk, Columbus Crew sell Lucas Zelarayan to Al-Fateh, Philadelphia Union loan Andres Perea to NYCFC, and the Union are on the verge of signing Tai Baribo from Austrian side Wolfsburg. Todd and Skyler also discuss Skyler's experiences at the Philadelphia Union II v Wrexham friendly, and the Union's dominant win over Querétaro.

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The impossible happened, Todd recorded a podcast covering Week 1 of Leagues Cup! Todd was joined by returning guest/co-host Billy Myers to discuss the latest MLS and the biggest stories from Week 1 in Leagues Cup. News discussed: NYCFC agree to sell Gabi Pereira to Qatari Club Al Rayyan, LAFC announce the signing of forward Mario Gonzalez, Inter Miami announced Jordi Alba and Diego Gomez signings, Matt Hedges traded to Austin FC from Toronto, and Julian Gressel get's traded from Vancouver Whitecaps to Columbus Crew. The biggest stories from Week 1 in Leagues Cup includes: 5 Red Card's issued in the first 15 opening matches, 5 matches go to penalties, including a 16-15 penalty win for Vancouver over Leon, Messi scores game winning free kick against Cruz Azul, Apple experiences some production hiccups, and some really quick thoughts on Philadelphia Union v Club Tijuana.

MLS News:

• Gabi Pereira sold to Al Rayyan: [
• LAFC sign Mario Gonzalez: [
• Inter Miami announce Jordi Alba and Diego Gomez: [
• Toronto FC trade Matt Hedges to Austin FC: [
• Vancouver Whitecaps trade Julian Gressel to Columbus Crew: [

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With the Philadelphia Union's 2-1 victory over NYCFC on Saturday, that makes it 5 straight games in all competitions that the Union have defeated NYCFC. Todd goes over the latest MLS news that includes: New England Revolution and Toronto FC agree to swap Latif Blessing and Mark Anthony-Kaye, Minnesota United sign Ethan Bristow, Columbus Crew cut Eloy Room, Olivier Mbaizo hands in transfer request, and the Union sign South African Center Back Olwethu Makhanya. Todd also gives his thoughts from Saturday's game and discusses the Union giving NYCFC too much time and space on the ball out wide, key transition moments, Jim Curtin gets all his subs correct, Chris Donovan's first MLS goal, and Ale Bedoya update.

MLS News:

• New England Revolution and Toronto swap midfielders: [
• Minnesota United sign Ethan Bristow: [
• Eloy Room and Columbus Crew agree to terminate contract: [
• Oliver Mbaizo hands in transfer request: [
• Philadelphia Union sign Olwethu Makhanya: [

Philadelphia Union v NYCFC:

• Nervy moments at the end: [
• NYCFC had too much time and space out wide: [
• Transitions: [
• Jim calls for the correct subs: [
• Chris Donovan's first MLS goal: [
• Ale Bedoya injury update: [
• 3 Stars: [

Blunder of The Week:

• Fans throwing things at entertainment events: [

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All aboard the CHUCHU TRAIN!! No Jose Martinez, no problem for the Philadelphia Union as they defeat Nashville SC 2-0 Wednesday night at Geodis Park. Todd goes over his thoughts from the game and discusses how he believes that it was Nashville who beat themselves, not the Union beating them. Todd looks at the negatives on the night that includes Sergii Boiko's terrible referring night, Julian Carranza not at his sharpest, and the Union still struggling to defend set-pieces. On the flip side, Quinn Sullivan and Jesus Bueno had maybe their greatest ever performances in a Philadelphia Union jersey?!

Nashville SC v Philadelphia Union:

• Nashville struggle to put away their chances: [3:25]
• Union's first half adjustments with their width: [14:52]
• Union avoid 3-game losing streak which would've been the first since 2018: [19:49]
• Worst referee performance in MLS history: [22:08]
• Julian Carranza not at his sharpest: [28:35]
• Set-Piece defending: [29:54]
• Quinn Sullivan: [30:35]
• 3 Stars: [31:45]

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In the latest podcast Todd discusses the latest MLS transfers from around the league, including the Union loaning Brandan Craig to Austin FC. Todd also gives his thoughts on Saturday nights defeat to LA Galaxy, in a game that the Galaxy dominated from start to finish. Todd talks about the Union's lack of shots on target the last two games, and why the Union's offense is as much to blame as Joe Bendik's performance was. 

MLS News:

• Jakob Glesnes added to the 2023 MLS All-Star Roster: [4:16]
• MLS Transfers: [6:45]
• Brandan Craig loaned to Austin FC: [

LA Galaxy v Philadelphia Union:

• Credit to LA Galaxy: [
• Lack of Shots on Target: [
• Needing Players That Can Make A Difference Of The Bench: [
• Joe Bendik: [
• Road Form: [
• 3 Stars: [

Blunder of The Week:

• Apples production quality: [

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The Philadelphia Union suffered their first league defeat down in Atlanta for the first time since 2018, as the Union continue to concede the first goal in matches on the road. Todd discusses Tom Bogert's report of Jim Curtin signing a new contract with the Union through 2026 and what that stability means for the club. Todd also discusses his thoughts on Sunday's defeat to Atlanta United and how that's a game that the players and coaches will want to move on from because of poor formation choice, poor finishing, and poor service into the box are to blame again for another Union loss. 

MLS News:

• Jim Curtin to sign new deal with The Union through 2026: [4:52]

Atlanta United v Philadelphia Union:

• Same mistakes keep creeping up: [22:38]
• Formation change with Kai Wagner out: [32:32]
• Why Nate Harriel at left back instead of Matt Real: [34:40]
• No injuries for the Union is the only positive: [40:34]
• Addressing the Joe Bendik Slander: [42:02]
• 3 Stars: [47:03]
• Goals Breakdown: [50:20]

Blunder of The Week:

• Chaos between Mexico Fans: [54:00]

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The Philadelphia Union take advantage of a 'Messi-Less' Inter Miami team Saturday night. With that win over Miami, the Union have only lost once in their last twelve MLS games (8-3-1), and sit two points out of second place in the Eastern Conference. Todd discusses the latest MLS news that includes: MLS All-Star Game roster announcement, Tom Bogert's transfer update Athletic Article (+ Leon Flach linked with a move away by Sky Sports), and Bob Bradley and Mike Strober fired by Toronto FC. Todd also gives his thoughts on last Saturday's game against Miami and how despite the huge victory over Miami there was still many mistakes. 

MLS News:

• MLS All-Star Game Roster: [4:21]
• Latest on out going transfer for Philadelphia Union: [ 7:23]
• Bob Bradley and Mike Strober fired in Toronto: [17:50]

Philadelphia Union v Inter Miami:

• Referee performance from Malik Badawi: [22:35]
• Jim Curtin on Union's performance against Miami: [26:06]
• Miami using their width: [30:26]
• Taking advantage of Miami's mistakes: [32:20] 
• Giving up chances in a back 5: [34:21]
• Scoring off a corner kick: [39:36]
• 3 Stars: [43:27]

Blunder of The Week:

• NWSL not using charter flights: [55:17]

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Inside Toronto FC’s fractured culture: Insigne and Bernardeschi clashes, Bradley distrust (Athletic Article)