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Get to know more about your favorite Philadelphia Union players on & off the pitch!

Episodes

  1. Oct 22

    Philadelphia’s own Frankie Westfield | The DOOP pres by Subaru

    20-year-old defender Frankie Westfield was days away from leaving his childhood home for college when he was offered an opportunity to continue playing for the Union. Since then, he’s experienced a life-changing year and a half, becoming a Major League Soccer starter, a two-time 22 under 22 honoree, and a United States Men’s National Team player, recently earning his first cap and start. Get to know the kid born and raised in Northeast Philly, his hopes for his boyhood club as they continue their historic turnaround, and his long-term aspirations for US Soccer in this new World Cup cycle.

  2. Oct 8

    Catching up with Quinn Sullivan

    With his return to the pitch, Quinn Sullivan is so back, and ready to put his injury behind him. Hear from Philadelphia Union’s 22-year-old Homegrown midfielder on what it took to get to this point, lessons learned, and the off-the-field hobbies he picked up during recovery. Sullivan’s second appearance on the podcast covers it all – from matcha-making, to the unwavering support from Bangladeshi fans, and what it’s like to watch to have a front row seat to the success of his three younger brothers Cavan, Declan, and Ronan.

  3. Sep 24

    A lad, a dad, and a Head Coach in between | Get to know Ryan Richter

    Since Ryan Richter took over as interim Head Coach of the Philadelphia Union, the team has gone 11 matches unbeaten, tying an all-time club record. Their historic turnaround has been special to say the least, but per Richter, there is still work to be done. Get to know the Southampton, Bucks County native and how he went from a three-sport athlete at William Tennent High School, to a Hall of Famer at LaSalle University, a pro soccer player, and now the main man in charge of his hometown MLS club.

  4. Sep 16

    What does it take to be an MLS Sporting Director?

    Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a major decision-maker for a professional sports team? Philadelphia Union Sporting Director Jon Scheer joins Sage Hurley and Mark Evans to talk about his first few months on the job, what it’s like to navigate a Major League Soccer transfer window, what he looks for in potential players both on and off the field, his journey from assistant coach at the University of Delaware to his new role, and his vision for the club.

  5. Sep 16

    Meet Neil Pierre, the most exciting young defender in MLS

    18-year-old Homegrown center back Neil Pierre has made his mark in Major League Soccer during the Philadelphia Union’s return to play following the World Cup break, scoring three goals and tallying an assist in six appearances. The Union are unbeaten since he’s returned from loan in Copenhagen, Denmark at Lyngby Boldklub. Find out what this recent stretch of success has been like for him, exactly just how tall he really is, and if he thinks he could score on newly signed 76er LeBron James in the latest edition of the DOOP presented by Subaru.

  6. Sep 16

    From Philly to Birmingham and back with Kai Wagner

    After his first three MLS matches (and wins!) back in Blue and Gold with the Philadelphia Union, 29-year-old German defender Kai Wagner caught up with Senior Digital Club Reporter Sage Hurley and Vice President of Season Ticket and Premium Sales & Fan Services Mark Evans. The trio talked about his emotional return to Subaru Park, life in the EFL Championship with Birmingham City, the rapid growth of MLS, and of course, LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.

  7. Sep 16

    World Cup takes & more with Agustín Anello

    Agustin Anello joins the podcast for the final episode before the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins. Find out where he celebrated Argentina’s victory in 2022, his hot takes for this year’s tournament, and more.

  8. Sep 16

    Brotherly Love with Tim and Sean McDermott

    Philadelphia Union is known globally as the City of Brotherly Love, and on this special episode of the DOOP presented by Subaru, Philadelphia Union Club President Tim McDermott and his brother, Sean McDermott, a longtime NFL coach, dive into what that means to them. The duo, born and raised in the Philly suburbs, share their memories of growing up in the area and how their upbringing shaped them into the successful sports professionals, leaders, and fathers they are today.Plus, hear from Sean McDermott on what's next for his career in his first interview appearance since parting ways with the Buffalo Bills at the end of the 2025 NFL season.

  9. Sep 16

    Get to know Danish defender Japhet Sery Larsen

    The DOOP presented by Subaru is back for a third season! To kick this year off, Senior Digital Club Reporter Sage Hurley and Day 1 Union employee turned Vice President, Season Ticket & Premium Sales and Service Mark Evans welcomed an offseason signing to the podcast. On Episode 1 of 2026, 25-year-old defender Japhet Sery Larsen shared his journey to the Union, how he’s drawing on his experience across Europe in big time competitions like Europa League and Champions League qualifiers as he adjusts to MLS, and more. From fond first impressions of Philly, to fast new friends on the team, and even fashion preferences, this episode is a can’t-miss candid conversation with one of the team’s up-and-coming leaders and contributors.

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Get to know more about your favorite Philadelphia Union players on & off the pitch!

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  • Channel
    Philadelphia Union
  • Creator
    Philadelphia Union
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Philadelphia Union
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    The DOOP

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