The Free Kick

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Maryland's Number One Philadelphia Union Podcast! The Free Kick is a weekly podcast hosted by Todd Lewis, in which he is 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!

Recent Episodes
  • Episode 348 - Philadelphia Union Fall 1-0 to NYCFC, Winless in Four of Last Five
    Apr 15, 2025 – 56:04
  • Episode 347 - Philadelphia Union Trade Dániel Gazdag To Columbus Crew
    Apr 10, 2025 – 01:21:25
  • Episode 346 - Ian Glavinovich Tears His Meniscus In 0-0 Draw Against Orlando City
    Apr 8, 2025 – 55:29
  • Episode 345 - Missed Chances Cost Union A Point Against Inter Miami
    Mar 31, 2025 – 01:26:58
  • Episode 344 - Union Get A Goal From An Unlikely Player in 1-0 Win Over St. Louis CITY
    Mar 24, 2025 – 01:00:17
  • Episode 343 - Reunion Weekend: Vassilev & Carnell Face Their Former Club (feat. Matt Baker)
    Mar 20, 2025 – 50:25
  • Episode 342 - Penalties, Non Penalty, Flying Hotdogs And A Red Card
    Mar 18, 2025 – 57:17
  • Episode 341 - Union Start 3-0 For First Time In Club History
    Mar 10, 2025 – 01:19:24
  • Episode 340 - Baribo Scores Hat Trick As Union Dominate Cincy
    Mar 3, 2025 – 01:02:13
  • Episode 339 - Harriel, Vassilev & Damiani Ready for Union’s Test vs. Cincinnati (feat. Justin Blair)
    Feb 28, 2025 – 53:54
  • Episode 338 - Philadelphia Union Dominate Orlando: Baribo’s Brace & Carnell’s Winning Debut
    Feb 24, 2025 – 01:04:15
  • Episode 338 - Philadelphia Union Dominate Orlando: Baribo’s Brace & Carnell’s Winning Debut
    Feb 24, 2025 –
  • Episode 338 - Philadelphia Union Dominate Orlando: Baribo’s Brace & Carnell’s Winning Debut
    Feb 24, 2025 –
  • Episode 337 - What Are The Union Getting In Bruno Damiani (feat. Daniel Solana)
    Feb 21, 2025 – 41:20
  • Episode 336 - Union To Sign Bruno Damiani From Nacional
    Feb 13, 2025 – 01:02:44
  • Episode 335 - Union Trade Jack McGlynn, Sign Jovan Lukić
    Feb 4, 2025 – 01:20:09
  • Episode 334 - Back From Spain, Who Impressed?
    Jan 29, 2025 – 01:05:56
  • Episode 333 - What Are The Union Getting In Bradley Carnell
    Jan 15, 2025 – 01:16:56
  • Episode 332 - Bradley Carnell Announced As Next Union Manager
    Jan 3, 2025 – 53:11
  • Episode 331 - Alejandro Bedoya Is Back For 2025
    Dec 18, 2024 – 58:16
  • Episode 330 - 2024 End of Season Review
    Nov 29, 2024 – 01:08:25
  • Episode 329 - Union II Lose 3-2 In MLS Next Pro Cup
    Nov 11, 2024 – 51:03
  • Episode 328 - Jim Curtin Fired By The Union
    Nov 9, 2024 – 01:26:43
  • Episode 327 - Union II Win Their First Trophy!
    Nov 5, 2024 – 01:05:16
  • Episode 326 - Union II Advance To The Eastern Conference Finals
    Oct 29, 2024 – 58:54
  • Episode 325 - The Union Miss The Playoffs For The First Time Since 2017
    Oct 24, 2024 – 01:03:43
  • Episode 324 - The Union No Longer Control Their Playoff Destiny
    Oct 8, 2024 – 01:03:36
  • Episode 323 - Do The Union Deserve To Be In The Playoffs?
    Oct 4, 2024 – 01:02:37
  • Episode 323 - Do The Union Deserve To Be In The Playoffs?
    Oct 4, 2024 –
  • Episode 322 - Andrew Rick Shines Bright In The Big Apple
    Sep 20, 2024 – 56:26
  • Episode 321 - Union Can’t Capitalize on Miami’s Mistakes
    Sep 16, 2024 – 01:00:27
  • Episode 320 - Injury Concerns For The Union During International Break
    Sep 12, 2024 – 43:30
  • Episode 319 - Danley Jean Jacques Stars Against New York Red Bulls
    Sep 3, 2024 – 01:19:52
  • Episode 318 - Losing Nathan Harriel Hurts More Than Losing to Columbus
    Aug 30, 2024 – 50:06
  • Episode 317 - A Successful or Disappointing Leagues Cup?
    Aug 27, 2024 – 01:01:27
  • Episode 316 - It’s Time to End The Quinn Striker Experiment
    Aug 23, 2024 – 01:05:57
  • Episode 315 - Goodbye José Martínez
    Aug 19, 2024 – 55:48
  • Episode 314 - The Most Depth Ever For The Union?
    Aug 16, 2024 – 44:02
  • Episode 313 - Positive Weekend For The Union & Union II
    Aug 12, 2024 – 01:05:13
  • Episode 312 - Union Earn A Hard-Fought Draw Against LIGA MX's Best Team
    Aug 8, 2024 – 01:05:07
  • Episode 311 - Dean Smith is Big Mad
    Jul 30, 2024 – 53:23
  • Episode 310 - Back-to-Back Hat Tricks For The Union?!
    Jul 22, 2024 – 50:03
  • Episode 309 - Tai Baribo's Flawless Hat Trick
    Jul 19, 2024 – 52:56
  • Episode 308 - Mentally Fragile
    Jul 15, 2024 – 52:03
  • Episode 307 - Stopping The Bleeding
    Jul 9, 2024 – 59:33
  • Episode 306 - Five Consecutive Losses = Club Record
    Jul 4, 2024 – 31:07
  • Episode 305 - Thank You Julián Carranza
    Jul 2, 2024 – 54:14
  • Episode 304 - Trying To Find A Spark
    Jun 25, 2024 – 53:25
  • Episode 303 - Tai Baribo SZN
    Jun 21, 2024 – 42:55
  • Episode 302 - Union Lose To 9-Man Inter Miami
    Jun 19, 2024 – 01:11:25
Recent Reviews
  • skiballs903
    Excellent Union podcast
    Only been listening to podcasts since late winter, and this was the first Union pod I started with. I do love the info & insight Todd gives & overall love the show. My only issue, and maybe it’s just me, is the constant little “exasperated sighs” (best as I can describe them). It’s pretty off-putting & kind of annoying. This most recent episode, there were 2 back to back. Gotta take it easy on those. Other than that, great pod, great content, keep up the great work.
  • HorshamMark
    So glad I found this podcast!
    I’ve been listening to Todd’s podcast since the last few games of the 2021 regular season and have been loving it. I was listening to 2-3 other Union related podcasts which are ok, but not the level of Todd’s podcast. Once i came across The Free Kick podcast, it’s the only one that I anticipate new episodes. Todd not only talks about the Union from a fan’s point of view but gives you more of a perspective as to how the Union individual players, coaches, team and front office fit within the MLS and the global game. He also does his homework and backs up a lot of his discussions with statistics and discusses the financial implications of a player’s acquisition or transfer to/from the club. You can tell he puts a lot of work into each episode. Keep up the good work Todd and I’m looking forward to each new episode!
  • dmilam12
    Best Union Podcast
    This is my favorite Union podcast. Always has consistent uploads with both games previews and reviews for every game. Great insight and discussion, must listen to for Union fans.
  • Fmjkfv
    Solid, but repetitive
    Love the enthusiasm and the dedication to the Union. Clearly a well informed podcast. However, he says “Philadelphia Union” way too much that it drives me crazy.
  • Roblox user1
    Awesome Highly Recommend
    This is awesome as a fellow Philadelphia Union fan I like to catch up on the latest news for the union and just listening to what he has to say is cool.
  • Mike_HTL15
    Love this podcast
    New listener to this podcast and I have to say it’s pretty awesome and insightful. As someone who like the MLS it’s great to have a dedicated podcast for a hometown team. This podcast is highly insightful and enjoyable from the get go.
  • misterlamb
    Always great to have another #DOOP pod
    New listener, and I’ve really enjoyed another view into the world of #DOOP
  • connortk
    DOOP!!!
    Awesome Podcast That covers the Union! Love your stuff and keep it up!! #DOOP🐍
  • E Bathurst
    DOOP
    Good #DOOPTALK
  • IndyLogan
    Todd is fantastic!
    Todd is your go to person for all things Union. His insight and commentary on the club make this a fantastic listen. Keep up the great work Todd!
  • Chynnah p
    Best Ever‼️
    Amazing love listening on my car rides
  • DrewDeihl15
    Todd Bleeds Blue and Gold
    Great personality, extremely positive about the Union and worth your time listening #DOOP
  • Brother sister I'm amazing
    DOOP!
    Best Union Podcast out there definitely recommend! #DOOP
  • Unionfan139E
    Free Kick Pod is awesome!
    Great Union Podcast! Always interesting to hear Todd’s perspective on the team and league as a whole.
  • StrangeCoach
    Awesome show
    Good does a great job covering everything Union. Listening is just like a soccer conversation with a friend around a campfire. Great job, Todd!
  • Moocowpup
    Very good
    Todd has really found his voice. He has interesting guests and his love for the Union clearly shines through. That Todd Lewis is a man of the people, I tell ya! 🥰
  • mikeinphilly
    Amazing fan voice Union Podcast
    Todd does a great job covering the Union specifically from a fan voice point of view. His wide variety of guests always leads to an interesting podcast.
  • mvansant9
    Great podcast that is like a community
    Todd does an awesome job not only breaking down matches but including fellow union supporters on. His podcast embodies the best part of the Union: the community. A must listen to.
  • Scottydrowned
    Dope Podcast
    I’ve recently tried getting into Philadelphia soccer since I moved here, I used to only watch Premier league. But this podcast gives me all the information and updates I need!
  • Fehrsway
    Great Philly Union Podcast
    Was looking for a new Union podcast coming into the new season, was suggested this show by a friend (Sons of Ben member). The show is great, and Todd is an engaging host who really knows the game and can discuss all the in-depth happenings. Looking forward to the new season. DOOP!
  • liverpoolmiln3r
    Philly U
    I like hearing all the different guests opinions on the topics Todd brings up. I can't wait for the 2020 season, as I'm sure Todd will continue to provide outstanding content!
  • SlapShotJohnny
    Top Notch Guest, Top Notch Knowledge!
    I really enjoy the guest Todd has on the podcast. It's always great listening to people's stories, as we've all come from different walks of life. Any coverage of this wonderful soccer team, I welcome it! If you haven't subscribed or listened to this podcast yet, I think you'll be really impressed with Todd's coverage of the team.
  • Dknits11
    Excellent Union Podcast
    This is a great Union podcast from Todd. He’s a die hard fan and I always enjoy listening to his and his guests’ opinions. If you’re a DOOP fan, this is a must listen.
  • WeWonIt6x
    Passionate
    I loved what you were doing with the podcast from the beginning, from when you would talk Premier League and Champions League football weekly. As a Brit living in America it can be hard finding the right football content, but I knew I found it with your show. Your knowledge and passion for the game is bigger than some Brit's back home, so for that reason I was sad to see your old show go. Already listening to the first episode I can tell that passion and love for the game hasn't died in you, so keep it up!
  • nightingayle13
    Amazing!
    This guy knows what he’s taking about! Can’t wait to hear what else he has to say about our boys in blue #doop
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