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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With nine games remaining in the MLS regular season, the Philadelphia Union continue to sit atop the Supporters’ Shield standings with 50 points. Can they keep that run going? Todd is joined by José Nuñez and Philadelphia Union PxP Radio Announcer Dave Leno to discuss. Other topics include Milan Iloski's acquisition from FC Nordsjælland, David Vazquez's loan to San Diego FC, the Union’s current MVP, whether this run mirrors the 2022 season, and a brief preview of the upcoming match against Toronto FC.

Philadelphia Union Acquire Milan Iloski From FC Nordsjælland: [8:14]

David Vazquez Loaned To San Diego FC For $100K in GAM ($50K in 2025 & $50K in 2026), San Diego Have Option To Make Loan Permanent: [28:13]

Tai Baribo Gets Green Card, Union Trade Intl. Slot To Austin FC For $50K GAM in 2026: [38:37]

Philadelphia Union v Eintracht Frankfurt Friendly: [40:00]

2025 Philadelphia Union Season: [54:56]

Similar vibes to 2022 team: [1:03:11]

Union MVP at this point: [1:14:40]

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