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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