Episode 426 - Major Controversy As Philadelphia Loses 1-0 to Cruz Azul

The Philadelphia Union fell 1-0 to Cruz Azul in a match filled with controversy, as no penalty was awarded for what appeared to be a clear handball, and Cavan Sullivan seemed to be fouled late in the game. Todd and José share their thoughts on the match, including the non-penalty call, the Union's dominant second-half performance, and how the club should approach the remainder of the Leagues Cup after opening the tournament with a loss.

Cruz Azul v Philadelphia Union:

• Overall thoughts + Ezekiel Alladoh's lackluster performance: [5:48]

• How do Union approach rest of Leagues Cup with a loss: [17:45]

• Union dominated second half: [30:17]

• No penalty given in 89th minute for what looked to be a clear handball: [39:57]

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