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Episode 400 - Union's Nightmare Start Continues With 2-1 Loss to Chicago Fire
The Philadelphia Union's historically bad start to the 2026 MLS season continued Saturday afternoon against the Chicago Fire with a 2–1 loss, marking five straight losses to open the season. During this stretch, the Union have lost their first three home games—a first in team history. Todd is joined by The Philadelphia Inquirer's Owen Hewitt to discuss their thoughts from the match, including the Union continuing to hurt themselves, how important this international break is for the team, what lessons Bradley Carnell can take from year two with St. Louis CITY, and the Union's two most veteran leaders being "stunned" by the horrible start. Philadelphia Union v Chicago Fire: Historic bad run continues with open play chances lacking against Chicago: [4:40] Union continuing to hurt themselves (poor giveaways): [11:41] Importance of the international break: [28:06] Lessons from Bradley Carnell's second year season in St. Louis: [38:25] Veteran leaders "stunned" by the start: [52:05] 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/ Owen's Social Media: BlueSky: oyounothing.bsky.social https://www.inquirer.com/author/hewitt_owen/ Twitter: oyounothing
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