The Philadelphia Union suffered their third loss of 2025 to Nashville SC, falling 3-1 on Tuesday night in the U.S. Open Cup Semifinal. Todd shares his thoughts from the match, including Bradley Carnell's decision to start Milan Iloski over Quinn Sullivan, Olwethu Makhanya being caught ball-watching on two of Nashville's three goals, the Union's struggles defending set pieces in their last two games (conceding five), the adjustments they made in the second half to open up their attack, and the club's overall record in Cup Semifinals.

Nashville v Philadelphia Union:

• Did the Union let the wrong coaches go: [8:19]

• Referring decisions: [11:36]

• Lineup decisions (Milan Iloski over Quinn Sullivan: [28:39]

• Andrew Rick's strong performance: [40:13]

• Conceding Set Piece Goals the last two games: [44:36]

• What changed in the second half: [54:11]

• Union's record in Semifinals: [1:02:03]

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The Philadelphia Union suffered the worst loss in club history, falling 7-0 to the Vancouver Whitecaps, but they remain in first place in the Supporters' Shield standings. Todd covers the latest news, including CJ Olney being recalled from his loan with Lexington SC and the USMNT's upcoming friendly against Paraguay on Saturday, November 15, at Subaru Park. He also shares his thoughts on the Union's historic loss, with topics such as Bradley Carnell's lineup, Vancouver exploiting the Union's flanks, and the team moving on to focus on the remaining four MLS games and Tuesday's U.S. Open Cup semifinal against Nashville SC. Finally, Todd wraps up with Blunder of the Week, which goes to a Reddit user for calling the Union's PR team "amateurs."

News:

• CJ Olney recalled from Lexington SC loan: [4:22]

• USMNT to play friendly at Subaru Park on November 15th against Paraguay: [9:24]

Vancouver Whitecaps v Philadelphia Union:

• Union goal taken away / harsh penalty against Alejandro Bedoya: [12:15]

• Union's worst first half defensive performance since 2015: [17:26]

• Union's Lineup: [25:11]

• Vancouver exploits Union's flanks: [40:34]

• Moving on And Focusing on the U.S. Open Cup Semifinals Against Nashville SC And Last Four MLS Games: [46:10]

Blunder of The Week:

• Reddit User on r/phillyunion Accuses Philadelphia Union PR For Being "Amateurs" Because They "Only Let Two People In Last Night's Press Conference": [53:57]

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The Philadelphia Union defeated FC Cincinnati 1-0 thanks to Bruno Damiani's goal—his first in seven matches—as the Union completed the league double over Cincinnati for the first time since 2021. With the win, the Union improve to 17-6-6 and remain in first place in the Supporters' Shield standings. Todd is joined by José Núñez to discuss The Union's National Team call ups, saiah LeFlore's loan move to Detroit City in the USL Championship, Union sign former Charlotte goalkeeper George Marks, and Julián Carranza to join Leicester City on loan from Feyenoord They also share their thoughts on the Cincinnati game, including: Damiani's first goal in seven matches, Andrew Rick making a case to become the Union's starting goalkeeper, the Union's strong defensive performances on the road, with a league-low 11 goals conceded. Finally, Todd and José take a look at the Blunder of the Week, awarded to former Union II goalkeeper Brooks Thompson for his performance in Saturday's Las Vegas Lights vs. Lexington SC match.

News:

• Isaiah LeFlore Loaned To USL Championship side Detroit City: [11:27]

• Union Sign Former Charlotte FC Goalkeeper George Marks For Rest of Season: [16:12]

• Union international call ups: [19:36]

• Julián Carranza to join Leicester City on loan from Feyenoord: [25:03]

FC Cincinnati v Philadelphia Union:

• Union do league double over Cincinnati: [32:32]

• Jakob Glesnes injury update: [36:14]

• Was this a must win game for either Cincinnati or Philadelphia: [40:19]

• Bruno Damiani's First Goal In Seven Games, Maybe Damiani Can Be A Big Moment Player: [42:52]

• Union's Strong Defensive Display, League Low 11 Goals Conceded On The Road: [54:54]

• Andrew Rick Making A Strong Case For Becoming The Union's Starting Goalkeeper: [1:04:51]

Blunder of The Week:

• Brooks Thompson Takes Eye Off Ball, Concedes Horrible Own Goal in Las Vegas Lights v Lexington SC Game: [1:18:13]

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The Philadelphia Union snapped a two-game winless run with a 4-0 victory over the Chicago Fire, thanks to goals from Tai Baribo, Kai Wagner, Danley Jean Jacques, and Milan Iloski, as the Union return to the top of the Supporters' Shield standings. Todd discusses his thoughts on the game, covering topics including Milan Iloski's versatility as a major asset for Bradley Carnell, Iloski nearly 'quitting' soccer after his time with Real Salt Lake, Pierce Holbrook's injury and the Union's options for a backup goalkeeper, and Frankie Westfield and Kai Wagner shutting down Jonathan Bamba and Philip Zinckernagel. Todd closes the show with Blunder of the Week, which goes to Fotis Bazakos for awarding a "penalty" in the Vancouver Whitecaps vs. St. Louis CITY game.

Philadelphia Union v Chicago Fire:

• Milan Iloski becomes the 18th different goal scorer for the Union / third game this season with four goals scored / Chicago had a chance to score multiple times: [10:35]

• Backup Goalkeeper Pierce Holbrook Injures Knee In Warm, Union Down Three Goalkeepers Now: [15:04]

• Milan Iloski's Strong Performance Gives Bradley Carnell Decisions For His Starting XI Going Forward: [25:10]

• Milan Iloski Was Going To 'Quit' Soccer After RSL Stint: [37:08]

• Frankie Westfield And Kai Wagner Shut Down Jonathan Bamba And Phillip Zinckernagel: [45:00]

Blunder of The Week:

• VAR determines 'penalty' check in Vancouver v St. Louis CITY game: [52:40]

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Soccerwise Interview with Bradley Carnell

The Philadelphia Union's 16-game unbeaten streak against the New York Red Bulls finally came to an end with a 1-0 loss. In a match that saw limited opportunities for both sides, Bruno Damiani had a penalty saved, and Dylan Nealis scored his first career MLS goal to give the Red Bulls the victory. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the latest Union news, including the Union finalizing a deal to send Olivier Semmle on loan to North Carolina FC of the USL Championship. Todd and José also break down the 1-0 loss, covering topics such as Andre Blake's hamstring injury that forced an early substitution, rotation in the Union squad, and Bruno Damiani's penalty miss. Todd also discusses Blunder of the Week, which goes to New York Red Bulls mascot "Redd" for interrupting Bradley Carnell's press conference.

News:

• The Philadelphia Union are finalizing a deal to loan German goalkeeper Oliver Semmle to North Carolina FC of the USL Championship: [11:41]

New York Red Bulls v Philadelphia Union:

• Olivier Mbaizo at fault for the goal conceded: [27:22]

• Union rotate seven players from Wednesday's game: [35:31]

• Andre Blake injured / Andrew Rick stepping in: [46:50 / 1:02:27]

• Bruno Damiani penalty miss: [50:31]

Blunder of The Week:

• New York Red Bulls Mascot 'Redd' Interrupts Bradley Carnell's Press Conference: [1:15:43]

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After getting off to an early 1-0 lead in the 4th minute thanks to Indiana Vassilev, the Union conceded another late goal to draw 1-1 with Toronto FC. Todd discusses his thoughts from the game, including why the Union struggled after the first goal, Tai Baribo's disallowed goal, and dropping points against teams they should beat. Todd also discusses blunder of the week, which goes to LA Council member Heather Hutt for telling Son Heung-min to help the USA win the 2026 World Cup.

News:

• MLS release playoff schedule: [5:12]

Philadelphia Union v Toronto FC:

• Milan Iloski makes debut off bench/Jakob Glesnes suspended for New York Red Bulls/Union starting XI: [11:51]

• Indiana Vassilev goal: [17:30]

• Why the Union struggled after scoring first: [20:57]

• Tai Baribo disallowed goal: [34:14]

• Union dropping points against teams they should beat: [43:09]

Blunder of The Week:

• LA Council member Heather Hutt tells Son Heung-min to help the USA win the 2026 World Cup: [53:00]

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With nine games remaining in the MLS regular season, the Philadelphia Union continue to sit atop the Supporters' Shield standings with 50 points. Can they keep that run going? Todd is joined by José Nuñez and Philadelphia Union PxP Radio Announcer Dave Leno to discuss. Other topics include Milan Iloski's acquisition from FC Nordsjælland, David Vazquez's loan to San Diego FC, the Union's current MVP, whether this run mirrors the 2022 season, and a brief preview of the upcoming match against Toronto FC.

Philadelphia Union Acquire Milan Iloski From FC Nordsjælland: [8:14]

David Vazquez Loaned To San Diego FC For $100K in GAM ($50K in 2025 & $50K in 2026), San Diego Have Option To Make Loan Permanent: [28:13]

Tai Baribo Gets Green Card, Union Trade Intl. Slot To Austin FC For $50K GAM in 2026: [38:37]

Philadelphia Union v Eintracht Frankfurt Friendly: [40:00]

2025 Philadelphia Union Season: [54:56]

Similar vibes to 2022 team: [1:03:11]

Union MVP at this point: [1:14:40]

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Mikael Uhre comes off the bench and scores a brace as the Union defeat the Colorado Rapids 3-1, becoming the first team to reach 50 points in MLS this season. Todd discusses the latest news, including Tai Baribo winning MVP of the 2025 MLS All-Star Game, as MLS defeated Liga MX 3-1. He also shares his thoughts on the match against the Rapids, with topics including Mikael Uhre's impact off the bench, Indiana Vassilev's crucial role in the Union's comeback, staying positive despite missed chances, and whether it's possible to wrongly assess a soccer game. Todd ends the show with Blunder of the Week, which goes to Pep Guardiola for "destroying soccer."

News:

• Tai Baribo named 2025 MLS All Star MVP: [3:38]

Philadelphia Union v Colorado Rapids:

• 2025 is looking very similar to 2022: [9:20]

• Union's concede first goal: [20:27]

• Super Sub Mikael Uhre: [25:33]

• Indiana Vassilev's crucial role against Colorado: [39:41]

• Staying positive despite missed chances in first half: [47:43]

• Can you wrongly assess a soccer game: [56:00]

Blunder of The Week:

• Doncaster Rovers try playing out of back against Blackpool (Pep Guardiola killed soccer): [1:00:31]

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What could arguably be the most boring and chaotic game for the Philadelphia Union in 2025? Somehow, the Union came out of Houston with a point, tying the Dynamo 1-1 thanks to a goal from Alejandro Bedoya. Todd discusses the latest news, including CJ Olney's loan to Lexington SC of the USL Championship and Kai Wagner's selection for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game in Austin, Texas. Todd shares his thoughts on the game against Houston, covering topics such as Rosendo Mendoza's refereeing performance, Jack McGlynn scoring and kissing the Houston Dynamo badge, and why Bradley Carnell made seven changes. Finally, Todd discusses the Blunder of the Week, which goes to the PRO referees who selected Rosendo Mendoza as the center referee for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game.

News:

• CJ Olney loaned to Lexington SC: [3:03]

• Kai Wagner named to MLS All Star Team: [6:21]

Houston Dynamo v Philadelphia Union:

• Jesús Bueno concedes penalty/Alejandro Bedoya comes 17th different player to score for the Union/15th set piece goal of the season for the Union: [9:28]

• Union rotate seven players from team on Wednesday: [22:09]

• Jack McGlynn celebration (kisses Houston badge): [32:21]

• Rosendo Mendoza's referee performance: [41:21]

Blunder of The Week:

• PRO Referees Announce Rosendo Mendoza As Head Referee For 2025 MLS All Star Game: [53:46]

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Houston Dynamo Press Conference

Goal.com Interview With Jack McGlynn

PRO Review - Rosendo Mendoza's huge ego in NYCFC v Chicago Fire Match

The Philadelphia Union defeated CF Montréal 2-1 thanks to goals from Tai Baribo and Olwethu Makhanya, as the Union remain on top of the Supporters' Shield standings. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the match, with topics including Olwethu Makhanya's breakout season, Andre Blake continuing to prove he's an elite MLS goalkeeper, and the Union's continued dominance on set pieces.

News:

• Philadelphia Union officially open the WSFS Bank Sports complex: [9:21]

Philadelphia Union v CF Montreal:

• Union fortunate to get all three points/Prince Owusu was a problem all night/Danley Jean Jacques' abilities/Nathan Harriel 100 appearances in MLS for Union: [21:00]

• Union continue to dominant set pieces: [36:18]

• Olwethu Makhanya's breakout season: [50:51]

• Andre Blake proves he's still an elite MLS goalkeeper: [1:00:31]

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