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July Signings Bring Benji Flowers (and Clay Holstad!): The FC Dallas Agenda Episode 58

FC Dallas — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

After a double match week the Agenda is back! Just like FC Dallas had to rotate their roster so too did the Agenda, as Steve was unavailable for today's podcast so producer Sam stepped off the bench and into the starting lineup.

The lads discuss the big recent Burn news of new Homegrown signing Benji Flowers, what it means for the 15 year old phenom and the club as a whole, and what to expect as Flowers progresses through the system.

Flowers isn't the only new FC Dallas player, as Rhode Island FC midfielder Clay Holstad has joined the club on loan. Garrett has an interview with the newest Burn player talking about his journey from USL to MLS and his connections to manager Eric Quill.

Then the lads talk through what happened in the 2-2 draw against Portland and the 1-nil loss against San Diego, before discussing the upcoming Leagues Cup and all that implies.

The FC Dallas Agenda publishes (almost) every Wednesday during the regular season as a part of the FC Dallas Radio Network. The hosts of the FC Dallas Agenda are Ryan Figert, Garrett Melcer, and Steve Davis. The executive producer of the FC Dallas Radio Network is Sam Hale.

S04E22 - "That's More Like It"

A More Philly Union — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:13:37 GMT

Season 2.0 is officially underway for the Union while it's more Summer 2.0 at the AMPU studios, as episodes are being posted behind schedule. But with the conclusion of many summer sporting events and the reset of the Union's season, the AMPU studios is getting back on schedule...very soon! But in the meantime, join C and E from last Thursday as the flew "duo", as they give their final thoughts on the final matches of the World Cup, celebrate the game-changing returns of Kai and Quinn, welcome the staggering potential of Neil Pierre, and attempt to keep their surging optimism for the second half of the season in check.

In the immortal words of Dave Leno...

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Episode 423 - Milan Iloski Lifts The Union Over Struggling Seattle Sounders

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:30:04 GMT

Two games into the Ryan Richter era, the Philadelphia Union have two wins, edging the struggling Seattle Sounders 1–0 thanks to Milan Iloski's fifth consecutive game with a goal. Todd and José share their thoughts on the match and discuss several key topics, including Milan Iloski's outstanding run of seven goals in five consecutive games, Frankie Westfield's Man of the Match performance, and the players' buy-in to Ryan Richter's message. Blunder of the Week goes to FC Cincinnati's Gerardo Valenzuela for his red card for kicking Taha Habroune.

News:

Frankie Westfield named to MLS Team of the Matchday 19: [7:10]

Philadelphia Union v Seattle Sounders:

Overall thoughts / Andre Blake, Indiana Vassilev and Danley Jean Jacques impress again: [17:56]
Milan Iloski's form: [30:30]
Frankie Westfield continues to impress / young homegrown's Cavan Sullivan and Neil Pierre: [38:07]
Players continue to buy into Ryan Richter's message: [58:00]

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FC Cincinnati's Gerardo Valenzuela's red card: [1:01:36]

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No Fun In San Diego Sun: The FC Dallas Post Game Show 7/25/26

FC Dallas — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

FC Dallas' two game trip to the West Coast ended in disappointment Saturday, as the club fell 1-nil to San Diego FC at Snapdragon Stadium. Sam, Ryan, and Steve talked about what went wrong, an injury between the posts, and what this performance means for the squad's depth going into a busy August.

This program originally aired on the FC Dallas Radio Network on July 25th, 2026.

The Buildup | 7.24.26 vs San Diego FC

FC Dallas — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The games are coming fast and furious for FC Dallas as they play for the second time in four days Saturday, taking on San Diego FC. Sam, Garrett, and Steve talk about potential lineup changes for Dallas after Wednesday's draw, what's going on with San Diego after a fantastic year one, and what could lead to a Burn victory or defeat Saturday night.

Episode 422 - The Ryan Richter Era Kicks Off With a 3-1 Win Over Red Bull New York

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:56:15 GMT

The Ryan Richter era is officially underway, as the Philadelphia Union defeat Red Bull New York by a score of 3-1, marking the Union's first win under the interim coach, and their first win since April 11th. Todd and Jillian discuss their thought's on the game including: Kai Wagner and Quinn Sullivan's emotional returns, the Union's attack looking the strongest they have all season, the belief and confidence Richter brings to this group and taking it one game at a time.

News:

Kai Wagner named to MLS Team of Matchday 16+17: [5:30]

Philadelphia Union v Red Bull New York:

Kai Wagner reception: [10:25]
Bruno Damiani and Frankie Westfield's misses: [13:53]
Quinn Sullivan reception: [34:30]
Union attack is back?: [39:17]
Will the Union sign another player: [51:32]
Ryan Richter brings a belief and confidence to the team: [1:01:44]
Taking it one game at a time: [1:09:58]

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Musa Grabs The Golden Boot Lead! The FC Dallas Post Game Show 7/22/26

FC Dallas — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

FC Dallas returned to play after the World Cup, drawing with the Portland Timbers 2-all at Providence Park. Sam, Ryan, and Steve break down another goal from Dallas' MVP candidate, who played well in the midfield, and how the team will have to adapt as they roll into a crowded August schedule.

This program originally aired on the FC Dallas Radio Network on July 22nd, 2026.

The Buildup | 7.21.26 vs Portland Timbers

FC Dallas — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

FC Dallas kicks off their return to play Wednesday night in Portland against the Timbers, which means the Buildup is back. Sam, Garrett, and Steve break down where FC Dallas is as they begin the second leg of their MLS campaign. They talk about the one injury Dallas will contend with, the new goalkeeper in town for the Burn, and take a peek at their opponent who is coming off a 5-1 thrashing of their Cascadia rival Seattle Sounders last week.

Episode 421 - Recapping the 2026 Fifa World Cup

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:54:33 GMT

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially come to an end after a month of matches across North America. Todd is joined by Jasmine Ferreira and Mike Barrera to discuss their experiences throughout the tournament. Topics include volunteering with FIFA, attending matches as fans, and what the hope is for the United States going forward with soccer in the country.

Photo: Carl Gulbish | Philadelphia Soccer Now

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S04E21 - The Return of the Kai

A More Philly Union — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:10:52 GMT

To borrow from Gandalf the Grey: "A podcast is never late, nor is it early, it arrives precisely when it means to." Well, maybe it's a little late. All this World Cup excitement (and other summer fun) has put the AMPU studios behind schedule. But fortunately the AMPU crew has a motto: the sooner we get behind, the sooner we can get caught up. Join Paul, C, and E this week (well, last week, really) as they discuss the pending conclusion of this truly remarkable World Cup and the even greater result that no Union fan saw coming: the return of Kai Wagner.

Let's go Union Season 2.0!

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Player Interviews: Kai Wagner, Nathan Harriel, Jon Scheer (7/18/26)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:45:25 GMT

Todd was down at Philadelphia Union training on Saturday, for Kai Wagner's first interview with the media since he returned to the club from Birmingham City. Wagner discussed why he came back to Philadelphia, conversations with Sporting Director Jon Scheer, and reflecting on his time in Birmingham. Nathan Harriel shares his thought's on Wagner's return, leadership, and how Wednesday's match against Red Bull New York can be the turnaround the team needs. While Jon Scheer talks about re-acquiring Wagner, updates on Olwethu Makhanya, Neil Pierre and the clubs search for another forward.

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Episode 420 - Kai Wagner is Back With Philadelphia Union, What's Next For Club?

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:24:47 GMT

In a shocking turn of events, just six months after leaving the Philadelphia Union for Birmingham City in the English Football Championship, Kai Wagner has returned to the Union. He provides the team with much-needed stability in the backline, along with the leadership qualities it severely lacked in the first half of the MLS season. Todd and José share their thoughts on the news and discuss what could be next for the Philadelphia Union after sporting director Jon Scheer made his first major move.

Kai Wagner is back:

Philadelphia Union re-acquire Kai Wagner: [3:15]
Is there an advantage of having Ryan Richter as interim head coach with the work he's had with Union II: [16:00]
How vital will Wagner's arrival be for Alladoh: [20:56]
Kai Wagner on not wanting to see the ship go down: [23:06]
Jon Scheer on why Wagner made sense: [30:00]
How much do you think it hurts Bradley Carnell to see Wagner back / will Quinn Sullivan play on Wednesday: [46:41]
"We need stability. We need leadership. We need to drive competition within the group." - Jon Scheer: [52:24]

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MLS Is Back, and So Is The Agenda! The FC Dallas Agenda Episode 57

FC Dallas — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

With just two games left in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the MLS Machine is cranking back to life tonight which means the FC Dallas Agenda is back on the tracks. Ryan, Garrett, and Steve return from hibernation to talk about their World Cup experiences along with how FC Dallas players (and the USMNT as a whole) did during this iteration of the world's greatest sporting event.

Then it's time to focus on Frisco, as the Burn's first game back is but one week away. The lads remind everyone where the club stands after two months away, updates the roster as FCD made an addition to the keeper room, and have some general thoughts about the direction of the club as the season is about to un-pause.

It's the perfect companion for the FC Dallas restart, so whether you're a long time supporter or looking forward to your first experience with the Toros this is the podcast upon which to jump in.

S04E20 - What a Wonderful World

A More Philly Union — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:14:13 GMT

It's hard to believe that it's only been 28 days since the start of the World Cup. And yet at the same time, it feels like there's been nothing else in life other than this World Cup. All we know here at the AMPU studios is that we can't get enough and we don't want it to end. Join Paul, C, and E this week as they look to the Union's Season 2.0, marvel at the Churchillian defense England mustered against Mexico, and reveal that E was the actual cause of the US getting knocked out of the World Cup.

May we all aspire, in our own way, to be like Cabo Verde: Small but mighty.

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S04E19 - E Pluribus Unum

A More Philly Union — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:05:40 GMT

Country Roads and La Marseillaise have been on heavy rotation this week at the AMPU Studios as the World Cup good vibes continue to reverberate around the country. Join Paul, C, and E as they discuss the Union Reset, Paul's experience as a FIFA volunteer at matches, the benefits of the longest rain delay in World Cup history, and that we're going to have to "trust the process" if we're going to "take Pochettino home...

....to the place, where [we] belong." (See, E did work it into the episode description!)

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Episode 419 - A Slew of Changes to Philadelphia Union's Coaching Staff

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:36:46 GMT

The Philadelphia Union have been busy over the last couple of weeks, with the club announcing the promotion of Paul Killian to Academy Director, Ben Moane, Fred da Silva, and Henry Apaloo to interim assistant coaches with the first team, and waiving Olivier Mbaizo. Todd and José share their thoughts on the latest changes at the club. They also discuss the FIFA World Cup so far, with the knockout stages kicking off.

Fifa World Cup:

World Cup games in Philadelphia: [5:44]
USMNT v Bosnia: [34:52]

Philadelphia Union fantasy camp:

Overall thought's on media game: [43:26]

Philadelphia Union coaching changes:

Ben Moane, Fred da Silva, and Henry Apaloo to interim assistant coaches with the first team: [54:04]

Philadelphia Union waive Olivier Mbaizo:

Nine year career comes to an end: [1:02:32]
Transfer plans for the Union: [1:09:22]

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S04E18 - You Can't Always Get What You Want

A More Philly Union — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:13:40 GMT

With a few noteworthy exceptions, all's quiet on the Union front. But with national teams from all over the world converging on our North American home, two-thirds of the AMPU crew return to the studios to revel in the flawed but glorious spectacle that is the World Cup. Without the sage guidance of Paul this week, C and E make a valiant go of things as they wish Mbaizo a sunnier future, celebrate Union announcer, Kevin Casey, living a World Cup dream, and dare to hope in a USMNT that could surprise the world. May this World Cup unite us all.

Sometimes, you get want you need.

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Episode 418 - Anthony Fontana Returns to Subaru Park For First Time Since 2021 (feat. Anthony Fontana)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:05:40 GMT

On Monday, Philadelphia Union II took on Côte d'Ivoire at Subaru Park in the African nation's final tune-up before the start of its World Cup campaign. Philadelphia Union II welcomed Cavan Sullivan back to the second team for the first time since 2025. The match also saw former Union II players and current college standouts Jojo Elliott (Delaware), Henry Bernstein (Maryland), Gavin Wetsel (Pittsburgh), and Daniel Krueger (Wake Forest) return to the fold. Most notably, however, the match marked the return of former Philadelphia Union midfielder Anthony Fontana to Subaru Park for the first time since 2021, when the Union lost 2–1 to NYCFC in the Eastern Conference Final. Todd and José are joined by Anthony Fontana to discuss Jim Curtin to Austin FC, Fontana's experience training with Union II over the past few weeks, playing in his first match at Subaru Park since 2021, what he hopes his next move is in his career, and the 2026 World Cup.

Jim Curtin announced as next Austin FC coach: [4:07]

Union II vs Ivory Coast:

How the opportunity came about for Fontana: [23:25]
Impressions of Union II / mentoring the younger players: [29:24]
Walking out onto the field for the first time since 2021: [38:24]
Being a captain while on the field: [52:50]
Reaction to the applause when subbing in: [56:42]

2026 World Cup:

Four former Philadelphia Union players in World Cup squad: [1:09:52]
People criticizing Paxten Aaronson's move back to MLS: [1:15:15]
Difficulties of transfers: [1:21:57]

Fan appreciation for Fontana: [1:31:13]

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