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Episode 401 - Worse Start to A Season For Defending Supporters' Shield Winners as Union Start 0-6
The Union's horrid run in 2026 continued Saturday night with a 2–1 loss to Charlotte FC, with the Union's equalizing goal lasting only a minute before Charlotte retook the lead through Wilfried Zaha. The Union's 0–6 start is the worst ever in MLS for a defending Supporters' Shield winner, and they are now three losses away from tying Toronto FC for the worst start in MLS history. Todd and José discuss the latest Philadelphia Union news, including Malik Jakupovic signing a homegrown contract with the club. They also share their thoughts on the match against Charlotte, covering topics such as: What exactly is the Union's best starting XI? How deflating is it to score an equalizer only to give it right back? And how do the Union's newest signings rank? Finally, Blunder of the Week returns and is awarded to Inter Miami for denying journalist Franco Panizo press credentials for the club's new stadium opening at NU Stadium. MLS News: Philadelphia Union sign Malik Jakupovic to a contract as a Homegrown player: [17:45] The Union U18s won the Dallas Cup after defeating Botafogo in the final on penalty kicks: [28:55] Charlotte FC v Philadelphia Union: Breaking down the goals: [33:20] How deflating is it to score an equalizing goal just to concede right away: [47:51] What is the Union's best XI: [58:21] Ranking the Union's newest signings: [1:13:00] Blunder of The Week: Inter Miami for denying journalist Franco Panizo credentials for Miami's stadium opener of NU Stadium: [1:25:00] 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/
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