The Philadelphia Union announced on Wednesday that they have parted ways with head coach Bradley Carnell after a 1-10-4 start in MLS this season. The club announced that Philadelphia Union II head coach Ryan Richter will serve as the interim head coach. The club also announced that Jon Scheer will serve as the clubs new Sporting Director after serving as the interim since March. Todd and José give their thoughts on all the news, as well as their thoughts on Principal Owner Jay Sugarman and Jon Scheer's Thursday press conference with the media. News: Olwethu Makhanya named to South Africa World Cup squad: [5:07] Philadelphia Union make sporting changes: Bradley Carnell fired after 1-10-4 start to season: [14:17] Ryan Richter named interim head coach of first team: [35:30] Jon Scheer Named as Sporting Director: [49:38] Ernst Tanner updates: [54:28] Upcoming transfer window: [ 1:15:55]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/

The first half of the MLS season has come to an end, with the Philadelphia Union losing to Inter Miami 6–4 after blowing a two-goal lead. Todd and José discuss their thoughts on the match, with topics including Bradley Carnell's clear frustrations over the lack of depth on the Union roster, Carnell's second-half changes, and what the second half of the MLS season could look like for both Carnell and the Philadelphia Union organization as a whole. News: Danley Jean Jacques named to Haiti squad for World Cup: [5:39] Olwethu Makhanya named to South Africa Preliminary squad: [9:10] Jovan Lukic linked to Leeds United and Celta Vigo: [15:58] Inter Miami v Philadelphia Union: Goals scored / goals conceded: [20:12] Bradley Carnell frustrated with lack of depth: [36:34] What does the second half of the season look like for Carnell, Union organization as a whole: [1:02:17] Best Union players in first half of season: [1:16:19]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/

The Philadelphia Union have one last match before MLS pauses for the FIFA World Cup break, with the Union taking on the defending MLS Cup champions, Inter Miami. Todd is joined by Apple TV's lead MLS analyst, Jake Zivin. Todd and Jake discuss Zivin's career as the former TV play-by-play commentator for the Portland Timbers, Inter Miami's match against the Timbers, the differences between last year's Inter Miami squad and the current version of the team, how surprising the Union's poor start to the season has been, whether it is surprising that Bradley Carnell is still in charge after the Columbus Crew and Austin FC recently fired their coaches, and the Union's potential lineup against Inter Miami.   Jake's career: Working at Portland Timbers with Ross Smith: [2:16] Inter Miami v Portland Timbers review: Keeping a clean sheet: [10:18] Differences between last year's and this year's Inter Miami team: [19:04] Inter Miami v Philadelphia Union preview: How surprising is the Union's slow start: [27:00] Will Bradley Carnell still be in charge of the Union after Inter Miami game: [32:04] Union's potential lineup: [44:07]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/   Jake's Social Media: Twitter: @JakeZivin

The Philadelphia Union remain winless in six home MLS matches after drawing 1–1 with the Columbus Crew, thanks to a goal from Milan Iloski that tied the game. Todd and José discuss their thoughts from the match, including the Union starting games in second gear, Ben Bender's performance at left back, whether Bradley Carnell will still be in charge by the Union's next home game in July, and assessing Carnell's second-half changes. Finally, they discuss Blunder of The Week for what may be the most obvious match fixing own goal ever? Philadelphia Union v Columbus Crew: Union winless in six MLS home games: [11:01] Have we seen players progress under Bradley Carnell: [23:50] How can Union start games better: [38:40] Assessing Bradley Carnell's second half changes: [48:19] Ben Bender's performance at left back: [56:05] Will Bradley Carnell will still be in charge by the Union's next home game in July: [1:08:35]   Blunder of The Week: Mara Sugar FC own goal against Mathare United: [1:05:35]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/   World Cup Philadelphia shirt by OliviaHSmith

The Philadelphia Union crawled back from being 2-0 and then 3-1 down to Orlando City to eventually fall 4-3 down in Orlando, as the Union now sit in last place in MLS with only one win in 13 matches. Jose is joined by Mark Kelkenberg to recap last night's Philadelphia Union loss.   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/   Mark Social Media: Twitter: @MarkKelkenberg

The Philadelphia Union blew a 1–0 lead to the New England Revolution, losing 2–1 and extending their winless streak to five games. Todd and José discuss their thoughts from the match, with topics including the Union once again conceding a late goal for either the equalizer or the lead, Frankie Westfield suffering a hip injury, and the data finally catching up to the eye test.       Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/  

The Philadelphia Union are looking to continue their fine road form, where they are 1-1-1 in their last three away matches, as they head north to take on the New England Revolution. Todd is joined by USL Championship/NWSL commentator Mike Watts to preview the upcoming match, with topics such as: whether it's any surprise that the Union and San Jose Earthquakes are in their current positions, what has been the key for New England under first-year head coach Marko Mitrovic, Matt Turner's form, Bradley Carnell's lack of concern over Cavan Sullivan's frustration at being subbed off against Nashville, the partnership between Bruno Damiani and Ezekiel Alladoh, and what each team must do to earn three points on Saturday.   Any surprise for where Philadelphia Union and San Jose Earthquakes currently are: [9:48] New England Revolution v Philadelphia Union: New England under Marko Mitrovic: [24:14] Matt Turner's form: [28:28] Carnell has no issue with Cavan Sullivan's frustration: [35:54] Bruno Damiani / Ezekiel Alladoh partnership: [45:52] What each team needs to do to win: [52:55]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/   Mike's Social Media: Twitter: @MikeWattsOnAir

Todd and José were both able to attend Philadelphia Union training on Tuesday afternoon to interview Milan Iloski and Bruno Damiani. Both players talked about the positives from the club's last five games, with Damiani opening up about his recent struggles and the team overall staying positive and building confidence.   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/ Ian Glavinovich interview

The Philadelphia Union and Nashville SC played to a 0–0 draw on Saturday night at Subaru Park, leaving the Union still searching for their first home win this season. The Union created plenty of chances, with shots hitting the post, Brian Schwake denying them four times, and Jovan Lukić missing a golden one-on-one opportunity. With the draw, the Union have now gone undefeated in four of their last five games and remain in last place in the Eastern Conference. Todd and José discuss the latest news, including MLS and KKR, a leading global investment firm, announcing a strategic investment to accelerate the growth of MLS NEXT Pro. They also share their thoughts on the match against Nashville, with topics including Frankie Westfield and Cavan Sullivan's performances, Sullivan being subbed off, Geiner Martínez coming on for an injured Japhet Sery, and whether there have been enough positive signs for the Union to turn the season around. News: MLS and KKR, a leading global investment firm, announce a strategic investment to accelerate the growth of MLS NEXT Pro: [3:35] Philadelphia Union v Nashville: Union create multiple chances, unable to score: [16:13] Union haven't conceded in four out of last five games in the first half: [35:25] Geiner Martínez comes on for an injured Japhet Sery: [44:54] Frankie Westfield and Cavan Sullivan's performances: [49:56] Cavan Sullivan subbed off: [1:03:15] Enough positive signs to show there will be a turnaround: [1:17:26]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/ Ian Glavinovich interview

José Nuñez is joined by former Philadelphia Union player Ian Glavinovich to talk about the former defenders time in Philadelphia, during last years winning Supporters' Shield winning team. They discuss: When Glavinovich first heard about interesting from the Union, the similarities between Philadelphia and different cities in Argentina, injuries he suffered in Philadelphia, the start to the 2026 season for the Union, and sharing the field with Lionel Messi.    When did Ian first here about Philadelphia's interest: [4:29] Injuries in Philadelphia: [22:25] Philadelphia's difficult start in 2026: [29:36] Returning back to Newell's: [34:10] Lionel Messi jersey collection: [37:27] Injury against St. Louis CITY: [39:08] Message to Union fans: [41:07]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/   Jose's Social Media: Twitter: @JoserNunez91 https://nunezj.substack.com/   Jillian's Social Media: Twitter @Silly__Jilly theoneteamweagreeon.com