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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!
Episodes
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Episode 174 - Spoiling The Party in Nashville
The Philadelphia Union head down to Geodis Park and spoil the home opener against Nashville SC in a 1-1 draw! Todd discusses all his thoughts on the Nashville…
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Episode 173 - Looking For Revenge (feat. Drake Hills)
Week 9 in MLS sees The Philadelphia Union head south to take on Nashville SC in their brand new stadium Geodis Park. Todd is joined by Drake Hills, who covers…
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Episode 172 - Union Drop Points v Montreal
Well, what a disappointing weekend for Philadelphia Union fans as they draw against CF Montreal 1-1. Week 8 in MLS saw a ton of exciting games and news that…
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Episode 171 - Philadelphia Union v CF Montreal Preview (feat. Twitter Spaces Guests)
**Unedited Twitter Spaces podcast** Well, the first 2022 Twitter Spaces sees us previewing Saturday's (4/23) Philadelphia Union v CF Montreal game. Ed Fagan…
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Episode 170 - Uncharacteristic Mistakes Cost Union Points
The Philadelphia Union have finally lost a game in 2022, as they fall to Toronto 2-1, as unusually mistakes cost The Union the match. Todd talks about what he…
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Episode 169 - The Chance To Go Over .500
A two for one? That's right, Todd's giving his thoughts on last weekend's (4/9) Philadelphia Union v Columbus Crew match, and also previewing this Saturday's…
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Episode 168 - Managing Transitions (feat. Columbus Crew PxP, Jordan Angeli)
Can you believe it's already Match Week 6 in MLS? The Philadelphia Union takes on The Columbus Crew this weekend at Subaru Park, as The Union looks to make it…
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Episode 167 - Trophies > Accolades
Five weeks in and The Philadelphia Union don't look like slowing down anytime soon! The Philadelphia Union was victorious over Charlotte FC by a score of 2-0…
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Episode 166 - Just Riding The Wave (feat. Charlotte FC PxP, Jessica Charman)
After almost a 2-week break, The Philadelphia Union are back this weekend as they welcome MLS newcomers, Charlotte FC to town. Todd is joined by Charlotte FC…
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Episode 165 - Venezuelan Take Over in Philadelphia
The most anticipated signing in Philadelphia Union history not to be announced? That's right, we're talking promising Venezuelan Jose Riasco to the…
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Episode 164 - The Little Details Matter
The Philadelphia Union FINALLY take down NYCFC in Yankee Stadium! Todd discusses the news from Week 4 in MLS that includes: MLS' TV deal not expected to be…
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Episode 163 - Coldest Game in Union History
Coldest game in Philadelphia Union history anyone?! Todd breaks down the Philadelphia Union v San Jose Earthquakes game, and discusses what went right/wrong…
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Episode 162 - The Most Unorthodox Team in MLS (feat. San Jose Earthquakes PxP, Ted Ramey)
It's already week 3 in MLS, as this week sees The Philadelphia Union take on the San Jose Earthquakes in what could possibly be the coldest game in Union…
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Episode 161 - All About Partnerships
Who had The Philadelphia Union going into Montreal and coming from behind to win all 3 points?! With only the second week of MLS and not a ton of news so far…
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Episode 160 - Typical Opening Day Game For The Union
Week 1 of the 2022 MLS season sees The Philadelphia Union draw at home against Minnesota United (2/26). Todd discusses what team surprised him the most, and…
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Episode 159 - Continuity Brings The Most Success (feat. Minnesota United PxP, Kyndra de St. Aubin)
It's finally here, the start of the 2022 MLS Season! Joining Todd to preview this Saturday's Philadelphia Union v Minnesota United game is, Minnesota United…
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Episode 158 - 2022 Philadelphia Union Predictions
With The Philadelphia Union's home opener just 11 days away, it's Time for 2022 MLS predictions! Todd discusses the news that was announced on Sunday that was…
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Episode 157 - All Eyes Towards The Cup (feat. Zach Richman)
With only 16 days until The Philadelphia Union's home opener against Minnesota United, Todd is joined by first-time podcast guest, Zach Richman! Todd and Zach…
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Episode 156 - Most Complete Team In Union History (feat. Jared Nisly & Aaron Boon)
As we get closer and closer to opening day for The Philadelphia Union, that means starting to take a look at expectations for The Union. Jared Nisly and Aaron…
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Episode 155 - All or Nothing (feat. Pat Andrews)
It's finally the start of the 2022 preseason for The Philadelphia Union, which means only 23 more days until the home opener! Making his return to the podcast…
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Episode 154 - Union Lucky Baby Brings Success (feat. Billy, Tracey, and Lucky Baby)
Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod Billy Social Media: Twitter: @SoBSanjaya Instagram…
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Episode 153 - Mikael Uhre To The Philadelphia Union (feat. Michael Van Sant & Harry Mumma)
Who said the weekends can't be full of news for The Philadelphia Union? Joining Todd to talk about this weekend's latest Philadelphia Union news are recurring…
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Episode 152 - You Don't Know How Good You Have It Until It's Gone (feat. Kyle Wood & Evan Cohen)
Did you think just because The Philadelphia Union has only signed one player so far, that there wouldn't be anything to talk about!? Kyle and Evan join Todd to…
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Episode 151 - Kacper Przybylko to Chicago Fire? (feat. Eric Frysinger)
Eric Frysinger is the latest guest to join Todd in discussing the latest Philadelphia Union that includes: Ray Gaddis signing for FC Cincinnati, Ryan Richter…
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Episode 150 - It's Just Business (feat. Kyle Almoney)
Well, there are only 41 days until The Philadelphia Union are back for the 2022 season! And with that said, nothing but Union fans will be joining Todd the…
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Episode 149 - The Union sign Julian Carranza
It is officially the worst time of the year, The "off-season" for MLS! Todd gets you caught up on some of the latest news in MLS that includes: Montreal…
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Episode 148 - Reviewing The Union's 2021 Season (feat. Ed Fagan & Shelby Lewis)
Unfortunately, no trophy for The Philadelphia Union to lift this season, but does that mean the 2021 season was a failure? Todd, Shelby, and Ed discuss the key…
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Episode 147 - Nothing But Pride For The Union
And just like that, the Philadelphia Union's season comes to an end after they were forced to play a makeshift lineup against NYCFC due to MLS' COVID policies…
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Episode 146 - Union Players in MLS' Health and Safety Protocols (feat. Twitter Spaces Guests)
Well, what do you do when you get unexpected news 48 hours before the biggest game in club history? You record an emergency podcast! Todd discusses the latest…
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Episode 145 - The Supporters Shield Curse Lives On (feat. Jared Nisly)
Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod http://thefreekickpodcast.com/ Jared Social Media: Twitter: @Nisdog Twitter…
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Episode 144 - Onto The EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL
THE PHILADELPHIA UNION MOVE ONTO THE EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS! Can you believe those words? Todd discusses the latest MLS news that includes LA Galaxy and…
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Episode 143 - Do You Want to Be Apart of History (feat. Jared Nisly)
With Nashville beating Orlando City on Tuesday night (11/23), that means The Philadelphia Union will take on Nashville this Sunday (11/28)! Joining Todd to…
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Episode 142 - Glesnes Only Scores BANGERS (feat. Twitter Spaces Guest)
When The Philadelphia Union wins a game like that against The New York Red Bulls, you go live on Twitter Spaces! Todd is joined by Union fans on Twitter Spaces…
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Episode 141 - The Poles Are Coming Back (feat. Jared Nisly)
The moment everyone has been waiting for, the start of the 2021 MLS playoffs! It all kicks off this Saturday between The Philadelphia Union and The New York…
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Episode 140 - The Philadelphia Union Secure The Second Seed in The East
It's been a long 2021 MLS season for The Philadelphia Union with some ups and downs, but they have secured the second seed in the East with their 1-1 draw v…
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Episode 139 - Are The Philadelphia Union Better in 2021 Than in 2020
Well, one game down, one left to go for the 2021 MLS season for The Philadelphia Union! Todd breaks down Sunday's (10/31) Philadelphia Union v FC Cincinnati…
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Episode 138 - One Point Isn't Good Enough (feat. Brad Weigel)
Another away game, another disappointing display for The Philadelphia Union as they drop points again on the road. Todd discusses Wednesday's (10/27) game…
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Episode 137 - Frank Leicht For Union MVP
Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod http://thefreekickpodcast.com/ Melia challenge on Roldan
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Episode 136 - Mixed Emotions in Montreal
What a crazy emotional game the Philadelphia Union put us through against Montreal on Saturday! Todd breaks down yesterday's (10/16) game between Montreal and…
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Episode 135 - The Training Wheels Are Off
With The Philadelphia Union missing five starters due to International Duty/Suspensions, that meant The Union would be starting a lot of homegrown players…
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Episode 134 - The Synergy Between The Union & Cincinnati Continues To Grow (feat. Brad Weigel)
With The Philadelphia Union taking on FC Cincinnati on Saturday, (10/9) Todd previews the upcoming game with one of the co-host/founders of Cincy Soccer Talk…
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Episode 133 - Phil Wheddon Coming Up Clutch
With Todd back from vacation, that means it's time for another review podcast, this time to discuss Sunday's (10/3) Philadelphia Union v Columbus Crew game!…
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Episode 132 - The New York Red Bull's Thrive on Chaos (Guest Host, Ricky Zellefrow)
With Todd on vacation for the next week, Ricky Zellefrow jumps in to guest host and preview this Wednesday's (9/29) New York Red Bull v Philadelphia Union…
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Episode 131 - Vamos Philadelphia
Make that two in a row! Could the Philadelphia Union finally be starting to find form in the league with wins against Orlando City and now Atlanta United…
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Episode 130 - Atlanta United Are Flying High
With The Philadelphia Union beating Orlando City last weekend they look to build on their winning streak with Atlanta United coming to town on Saturday (9/25)…
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Episode 129 - Only Orlando City Understands Soccer
Do you think you know soccer? Well, you don't unless you're from Orlando! Todd breaks down Sunday's (9/19) Philadelphia Union v Orlando City game in which he…
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Episode 128 - Gotta Bring The Noise (feat. Rich Lori & Chris Gonzalez)
Well, it's been almost a week since The Philadelphia Union last played New England Revolution (9/3), and almost a month since Club America and The Union played…
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Episode 127 - Give Fontana One Last Hoorah (feat. Ricky Zellefrow)
To help Todd preview Friday's (9/3) Philadelphia Union v New England Revolution, is Ricky Zellefrow. Todd and Ricky discuss last Saturday's NYCFC v New England…
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Episode 126 - Maybe The Union Are Average
In a toal "free-style" episode, Todd discusses Saturday's (8/28) DC United v Philadelphia Union game. He shares his thoughts on what it was like going to his…
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Episode 125 - Comparing The Press From 2020 to 2021
The Philadelphia Union are one wild rollercoaster ride to be on, as they drop points to CF Montreal (8/21). As promised Todd brings up Blunder of The Week that…
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Episode 124 - Jamiro is Back
The Philadelphia Union answered back on Wednesday night with a convincing 1-0 victory over NYCFC in a game that was a "must-win" for The Union. Todd discusses…
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Episode 123 - Connecting The Dots Through Jersey (feat. NYCFC PxP, Glenn Crooks)
The Philadelphia Union looks to get back to winning ways in MLS as they take on NYCFC tomorrow (8/18). Joining Todd to preview tomorrow's game is NYCFC's PxP…
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Episode 122 - Club America v Philadelphia Union Review (feat. Twitter Spaces Guests)
We were finally back live on Twitter Spaces this time to talk about Club America v Philadelphia Union (8/12) the first leg in the CONCACAF Champions League! We…
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Episode 121 - We Accept Moral Victories Because of The Orioles (feat. Jordan Wiegand)
After The Philadelphia Union lose over the weekend (8/8) to The New England Revolution, they set their sights on their biggest game in club history, as they…
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Episode 120 - Just Play The Kids (feat. Matt Ralph)
The Philadelphia Union are right on point to get 11/15 points in their stretch of 5 games with their victory Wednesday (8/4) night against Toronto FC! Joining…
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Episode 119 - Double Heartbreak By The Union
Well, as if The Philadelphia Union's draw against Chicago Fire (8/1) wasn't bad enough, Jim Curtin announces that Jamiro Monteiro is currently in contract…
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Episode 118 - Desperate for Three Points (feat. Chicago Fire PxP, Tyler Terens)
This Sunday (8/1) both the Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire are looking for 3 points as one team is sliding down the standings, as the other is trying to…
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Episode 117 - Defensive Lapse Cost Union
The Union finally are coming back home after a long road trip away from Subaru Park. Todd gives his thoughts on Sunday's (7/25) Inter Miami v Philadelphia…
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Episode 116 - Hello Lightning My Best Friend (feat. Skyler Hoffner)
The first Florida game did not go as planned for The Philadelphia Union as they took on Orlando City (7/22). Joining Todd to discuss The Union's game v Orlando…
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Episode 115 - The Union Bring The Lightning
Would it be a home game in Chester if it didn't rain? Todd breaks down all the latest MLS news that includes: New England Revs attacker, Tajon Buchanan linked…