The Philadelphia Union fell to Orlando City by a score of 2-1 on Wednesday night in a game that could have seen the Union lose by multiple goals but also end in a draw. Todd shares his thoughts on Alejandro Bedoya and Olivier Mbaizo starting over Quinn Sullivan and Nathan Harriel, the Union's inconsistency in starting games, and whether the Union are scoreboard watching.

Orlando City v Philadelphia Union:

• Orlando Should've been up by multiple goals in the first 20 minutes: [7:25]
• Starting Alejandro Bedoya and Olivier Mbaizo over Quinn Sullivan and Nathan Harriel: [7:55]
• Do the Union deserve to make the playoffs: [19:50]
• Orlando City's first goal against the Union: [27:20]
• Union need more speed: [30:32]
• Comparing Bedoya and Mbaizo's starts to Sullivan and Harriel's: [32:47]
• The inconsistency in the Union's start's to the games: [35:28]
• Do the Union scoreboard watch: [43:10]
• Too many dropped points: [51:28]

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The Philadelphia Union defeated NYCFC 5-1, marking their second-largest away victory in the last three seasons. With Andre Blake still sidelined due to a groin injury, the Union turned to 18-year-old homegrown goalkeeper Andrew Rick for a second consecutive game—and what a decision that was! Rick made seven crucial saves to secure the Union's win. Todd shares his thoughts on the game, discussing Andrew Rick's standout performance, Jakob Glesnes' vital goal, the Union's ability to convert their chances, their status as one of the best road teams in MLS over the last three seasons, and their dominance over NYCFC since the 2021 Eastern Conference Final loss.

NYCFC v Philadelphia Union:

• Starting lineup for the Union: [2:47]
• Andrew Rick's HUGE night: [7:07]
• Jakob Glesnes' vital goal: [26:28]
• Union's last seven games against NYCFC: [30:31]
• Union convert chances: [37:25]
• Union in top five of most wins on the road in MLS in last three seasons: [44:19]
• 3 Stars: [51:58]

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The Philadelphia Union lost to Inter Miami by a score of 3-1 despite scoring first. Mikael Uhre made it two consecutive games in which he has scored, and it marks the third time this season that he has scored a goal within the first five minutes of a game. The Union had multiple chances to go up by two or more goals in the first half after costly mistakes by Miami defender Tomás Avilés, but they weren't able to capitalize on those opportunities. Lionel Messi added a brace and an assist in his return to Inter Miami, and he is now tied for the second-most goals in MLS this season, just two away from the lead. Todd also goes over the latest news in MLS, including: Junior Moreno returning to MLS, this time with Houston Dynamo; Carlos Vela re-signing with LAFC; and Atlanta United parting ways with Carlos Bocanegra. Todd shares his thoughts from the Miami game with topics including: the value of Andre Blake to the Union, the missed opportunities for the team, whether the Union can still make the playoffs, and Jack Elliott's suspension for the upcoming match against NYCFC.

MLS News:

• Houston Dynamo sign Junior Moreno: [3:26]
• LAFC re-sign Carlos Vela: [5:04]
• Carlos Bocanegra fired by Atlanta United: [6:21]

Inter Miami v Philadelphia Union:

• Jack McGlynn disappoints in a game he needed to sign in: [8:34]
• Andre Blake shows just how important he truly is to the Union: [13:04]
• Union can't capitalize on Inter Miami's multiple mistakes: [28:13]
• Can the Union still make the playoffs: [36:57]
• Jack Elliott suspended against NYCFC: [44:02]
• 3 Stars: [50:51]
• Reviewing Keys to The Game: [53:31]

Blunder of The Week:

• Apple TV for missing game action, again: [55:05]

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The Philadelphia Union head down to Chase Stadium this Saturday to face Inter Miami, as the Union look to get into a playoff spot, as they currently sit in 11th place, one point behind Atlanta for the final spot. Joining Todd to preview the game is Kris Duran from the Battered Herons Podcast. Todd and Kris discuss, what makes Inter Miami so dangerous at home, Miami still winning without Messi, Chris Henderson's job at scouting young talent, Miami have stopped conceding first, the match between these two teams in June, and three keys for each team to earn at least a point.

Chicago Fire v Inter Miami: [7:00]

Other players stepping up in Messi's absence: [9:40]

Chris Henderson's ability to put together this roster together: [12:20]

Is Tata Martino the right coach: [14:47]

What makes Inter Miami difficult to play against at home:[18:26]

Inter Miami no longer conceding first: [22:29]

Last meeting between Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami:[28:07]

Stats: [33:30]

Three Keys to the game: [36:54]

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The Philadelphia Union defeated New York Red Bulls by a score of 2-0 on Saturday thanks to goals by Mikael Uhre and Tai Baribo. That victory now makes it 14 straight games that the Union haven't lost to Red Bulls. Kyle and Jillian Almoney, and Jose Nunez join Todd to discuss their away trip to Red Bull Arena, and talk about Mikael Uhre and Danley Jean Jacques performances, and also the Union's home form v road form.

MLS News:

• Daniel Gazdag pulls out of National team duty with Hungary due to injury + Jesus Bueno called up by Venezuela: [

New York Red Bulls v Philadelphia Union:

• Away trip thoughts: [
• Union set the tempo quickly with Mikael and Tai/Andre Blake's key saves/Red Bulls hit post/cross bar: [
• Mikael Uhre's strong performance: [
• Danley Jean Jacques stars in his second start: [
• Home form v Away form: [
• 3 Stars: [

Blunder of The Week:

• Footgolf holes: [

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The Philadelphia resumed MLS play losing 1-0 to Columbus Crew Wednesday night, as Yaw Yeboah scored the game winning goal in the 75th minute. Losing to the Crew wasn't the worst thing to happen to the Union though, as they loss Nathan Harriel to injury in the 22nd minute due to back spasms. Todd discusses Jim Curtin's assessment of Quinn Sullivan's night, missed opportunities in the first half, the impact of the Nathan Harriel injury, and will the Union sign Free Agents?

Philadelphia Union v Columbus Crew:

• Sam Adeniran hasn't started since August 8th/Olivier Mbaizo caught ball watching twice/Jack McGlynn hasn't started in back-back games: [7:00]
• Missed opportunities: [13:03]
• Quinn Sullivan's performance: [22:18]
• Nathan Harriel's injury: [34:58]
• Will the Union sign Free Agents: [40:40]

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The Philadelphia Union fell to the Colorado Rapids in penalties by a score of 3-1, after drawing 2-2 in regulation. Todd discusses the latest news around MLS that includes: Columubs Crew beating LAFC 3-1 in the LAFC final, and the Philadelphia Union have sold Damion Lowe to Saudi Arabia. Todd also the game against Colorado and discusses topics: Tai Baribo winning the golden boot with seven goals, successful or disappointing Leagues Cup for the Union, three games in six days, does Alejandro Bedoya believe there is pressure to win MLS Cup, and where is Danley Jean Jacques best position?

News:

• Columbus Crew beat LAFC: [6:54]
• Philadelphia Union sell Damion Lowe: [8:07]

Philadelphia Union v Colorado Rapids:

• Colorado are a different team than last season/struggling to defend set pieces/Jeśus Bueno's first start since July 17th: [11:09]
• Have we seen a Union player in better form than Tai Baribo current: [20:31]
• Was Leagues Cup a success or failure by the Union: [27:45]
• Three games in six day: [38:36]
• Where is Danley Jean Jacques best position: [48:08]
• Alejandro Bedoya on if there is pressure to win MLS Cup: [51:29]
• 3 Stars: [57:04]

Blunder of The Week:

• Joelinton only gets a yellow card for clotheslining Bournemouth's goalkeeper: [58:33]

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Jim Curtin and Quinn Sullivan Pre game press conference

Blunder of The Week - Joelinton

The Philadelphia Union's chance of hosting the Leagues Cup Final came to an end Wednesday night with a 3-1 loss to the Columbus Crew. The Union were unable to handle the front two of Diego Rossi and Cucho Hernández, who scored all three of Columbus' goals. Todd reviews comments from Jim Curtin's post-game press conference and the Union's Town Hall last Wednesday, August 14th. Topics include roster depth, future roster plans, and the ownership's commitment to backing Ernst Tanner.

Columbus Crew v Philadelphia Union

• Stats heading into the match: [3:40]
• Union horrible defensively/couldn't keep up with Columbus' attack: [6:30]
• Stop playing Quinn Sullivan as a striker: [12:04]
• Jim Curtin on Columbus' roster build: [19:50]
• Ernst Tanner on the Union's future roster: [29:28]
• Ernst Tanner on Union's depth: [39:47]
• Ernst Tanner on owners willing to back him with money: [47:48]
• Richard Leibovitch confirms ownership will back Ernst Tanner and Jim Curtin: [52:58]

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After a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Mazatlán, the Philadelphia Union are moving on to the Leagues Cup semifinals for the second consecutive year, where they will face the Columbus Crew! With the MLS transfer window officially closed, Todd discusses the moves that may have flown under the radar, including some by the Union themselves. Todd also previews Saturday night's Philadelphia Union game, covering topics such as the team's mentality despite being down a man, Andre Blake's heroics, Mikael Uhre's consistency, whether the Leagues Cup is the Union's best chance at a trophy, and what José Martínez means to the club.

MLS News:

• Transfers: [3:08]
• Philadelphia Union loan Nelson Pierre to Charlotte Independence: [9:33]
• Philadelphia Union sell Sanders Ngabo: [10:25]
• Philadelphia Union to sell José Martínez to Corinthians: [11:55]

Philadelphia Union v Mazatlan:

• Andre Blake heroics: [32:43]
• Mikael Uhre missed chance in second half: [34:02]
• Team fight despite a man down: [37:37]
• Mikael Uhre scores in back-back games: [42:48]
• Best chances to win a trophy: [45:26]

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The Philadelphia Union are advancing to the quarterfinals of Leagues Cup after their 4-2 victory over FC Cincinnati! Todd discusses his thoughts from the game, with topics including: The reason for the Union's success during this six game unbeaten run, Mikael Uhre scores his first goal since June 15th, and the depth of the Union might be the best they've had ever?

FC Cincinnati v Philadelphia Union:

• Overall thoughts (Goals/Saves): [2:05]
• Mikael Uhre's first goal since June 15th + his overall importance to the club: [16:13]
• What's been behind the Union's six-game unbeaten run: [22:50]
• The Union's depth: [29:21]
• 3 Stars: [39:04]

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