What could arguably be the most boring and chaotic game for the Philadelphia Union in 2025? Somehow, the Union came out of Houston with a point, tying the Dynamo 1-1 thanks to a goal from Alejandro Bedoya. Todd discusses the latest news, including CJ Olney's loan to Lexington SC of the USL Championship and Kai Wagner's selection for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game in Austin, Texas. Todd shares his thoughts on the game against Houston, covering topics such as Rosendo Mendoza's refereeing performance, Jack McGlynn scoring and kissing the Houston Dynamo badge, and why Bradley Carnell made seven changes. Finally, Todd discusses the Blunder of the Week, which goes to the PRO referees who selected Rosendo Mendoza as the center referee for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game.

News:

• CJ Olney loaned to Lexington SC: [3:03]

• Kai Wagner named to MLS All Star Team: [6:21]

Houston Dynamo v Philadelphia Union:

• Jesús Bueno concedes penalty/Alejandro Bedoya comes 17th different player to score for the Union/15th set piece goal of the season for the Union: [9:28]

• Union rotate seven players from team on Wednesday: [22:09]

• Jack McGlynn celebration (kisses Houston badge): [32:21]

• Rosendo Mendoza’s referee performance: [41:21]

Blunder of The Week:

• PRO Referees Announce Rosendo Mendoza As Head Referee For 2025 MLS All Star Game: [53:46]

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The Philadelphia Union defeated CF Montréal 2-1 thanks to goals from Tai Baribo and Olwethu Makhanya, as the Union remain on top of the Supporters' Shield standings. Todd is joined by José Nuñez to discuss the match, with topics including Olwethu Makhanya's breakout season, Andre Blake continuing to prove he's an elite MLS goalkeeper, and the Union's continued dominance on set pieces.

News:

• Philadelphia Union officially open the WSFS Bank Sports complex: [9:21]

Philadelphia Union v CF Montreal:

• Union fortunate to get all three points/Prince Owusu was a problem all night/Danley Jean Jacques’ abilities/Nathan Harriel 100 appearances in MLS for Union: [21:00]

• Union continue to dominant set pieces: [36:18]

• Olwethu Makhanya’s breakout season: [50:51]

• Andre Blake proves he’s still an elite MLS goalkeeper: [1:00:31]

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The Philadelphia Union snapped a two-game losing streak with a 2-0 win over the New York Red Bulls, extending their unbeaten run against the Red Bulls to 15 games across all competitions. Todd discusses the latest news, including Olwethu Makhanya and Indiana Vassilev earning spots on the bench for Team of the Matchday 23 & 24. Todd also shares his thoughts on the match against the Red Bulls, covering topics such as the Union’s strong start to games, their unbeaten run against the Red Bulls, Sal Olivas’ impact, and the Union’s strong defensive effort. Todd ends the show with the Blunder of the Week, which goes to Nouhou Tolo of the Seattle Sounders and Luis Enrique of PSG.

News:

• Indiana Vassilev and Olwethu Makhanya named to Team of The Matchday For Weeks 23/24: [6:17]

Philadelphia Union v New York Red Bulls:

• Union extend MLS unbeaten streak to 12 against New York Red Bulls / Top of Supporters’ Shield Standings again / Bruno Damiani first goal from open play since April against D.C. United: [11:14]

• Union continue to start games well / undefeated streak against Red Bulls: [14:17]

• Sal Olivas’ impresses: [30:47]

• Union’s strong defensive effort: [39:44]

Blunder of The Week:

• Nouhou (Seattle Sounders) Throws Ball At SKC Fan, Gets Red Card / Luis Enrique Pushes Chelsea's João Pedro After Final Whistle In FIFA CWC: [50:09]

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Nouhou Throws Ball At SKC Fan

Luis Enrique Pushes João Pedro