The Philadelphia Union started the Bradley Carnell era with a bang, defeating Orlando City 4-2 on the opening night of MLS. Four players made their Philadelphia Union debut, and Andre Blake appeared in his 300th game for the club across all competitions. Todd recaps the game and discusses the 4-2-2-2 formation and where the Union found success, Frankie Westfield's stellar debut, the three stars of the night, the Union's trade for Indiana Vassilev, and Blunder of the Week: believing faceless accounts spreading fake transfer rumors.

• News:

  • Official: Philadelphia Union Acquires Indiana Vassilev From St. Louis CITY For $1M in GAM: [4:03]

  Orlando City v Philadelphia Union:

  • Olwethu Makhanya, Frankie Westfield, Jovan Lukić and Ian Glavinovich Make Their Debut: [11:55]
  • Andre Blake Makes His 300th Appearance For The Club: [15:10]
  • Too Many Shots Concede / Breaking Down The Goals Conceded: [26:00]
  • 4-2-2-2 Formation / Union's Attack: [32:25]
  • Frankie Westfield Stars on His Debut: [45:30]
  • Three Stars: [54:00]

  Blunder of The Week:

  • The AP's glaring mistakes in their Union Review write up: [57:17]

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