Episode 377 - Union Sweep Chicago, Now Have A Three Week Break
Description
The Philadelphia Union took care of business at SeatGeek Stadium, defeating the Chicago Fire 3-0 thanks to a brace from Tai Baribo and a goal from Bruno Damiani. With the win, the Union swept the best-of-three series against Chicago and now have a three-week break before facing the winner of Charlotte FC vs. NYCFC. Todd and José share their thoughts on the match, discussing topics such as: Tai Baribo scoring his first goals since August 23rd and what that means for his confidence, whether the three-week break is an advantage or disadvantage, the momentum shift after Andre Blake's penalty save, and what deserves credit for the Union conceding only two goals from open play in their last six games. Blunder of the Week goes to Chicago Fire fans for stopping the game multiple times due to derogatory chants.
Chicago Fire v Philadelphia Union:
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Union beat an opponent four times in a season for the first time in club history: [4:13 ]
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Jeff Gal's Blunders: [7:14 ]
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Tai Baribo Scores First Goal Since August 23, How Important is it To Get Him Going: [14:07 ]
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Is a Three Week Break an Advantage or Disadvantage For Union: [23:36 ]
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Andre Blake saves penalty in 32nd minute, huge momentum swing as Union score third goal three minutes later: [42:30 ]
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Union Finding Consistency Defensively With Only Two Goals From Open Play Conceded in Last Six Games: [49:00 ]
 
Blunder of The Week:
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Chicago Fire fans stopping the game with derogatory chants: [1:05:00 ]
 
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