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Philadelphia Union 1-2 New York City FC


Major League Soccer Matchday 18
Subaru Park

2'
A. Martinez
45'
K. Wagner
45+2'
H. Wolf
48'
J. Carranza
J. McGlynn
51'
S. Rodriguez
62'
A. A. Ojeda
71'
J. Elliott
78'
A. Perea
87'
M. Bakrar
90'
M. Jones

Pre-game odds

1 X 2
Odds
1.90
3.70
3.90
Prob.
52.6%
27%
25.6%

Key points

• Philadelphia Union has had 3 losses in their last 4 matches, conceding 2.17 goals on average per game.
• New York City FC has won 4 out of their last 6 games, keeping two clean sheets and conceding only one goal per game on average.
• Philadelphia Union has struggled at home with 3 consecutive losses, conceding 1.83 goals on average per game.
• New York City FC has a poor away form with 4 consecutive defeats before their recent win against Toronto FC.
• Head-to-head statistics show Philadelphia Union has won 11 times, New York City FC has won 10 times, and there have been 2 draws between the teams.
• Odds favor a Philadelphia Union win at 54.1%, with a draw and a New York City FC win both at 27.8%.

Current streaks

Philadelphia Union

Wins
0
Since a win
5
Losses
1
Since a loss
0
Clean sheets
0
Since a clean sheet
6

New York City FC

Wins
1
Since a win
0
Losses
0
Since a loss
1
Clean sheets
0
Since a clean sheet
3

Recent form

Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union's recent form has been disappointing, with three losses in their last four matches, including a high-scoring 3-2 defeat against Orlando City in their most recent game. The team has struggled defensively, conceding 13 goals in their last 6 matches, an average of 2.17 goals per game. Notably, all six of their previous games have seen over 2.5 goals scored, with both teams finding the back of the net in each match. Despite their poor run of form, the Union managed to secure a win against Nashville SC and two draws against DC United and Atlanta United. Currently sitting in 8th position in the league with 14 points from 10 games, Philadelphia Union will need to improve their defensive solidity and maintain their goal-scoring prowess to climb up the table.

New York City FC

New York City FC's recent form has been impressive, with the team winning four out of their last six games, including a three-game winning streak against Charlotte FC, DC United, and New England Revolution. During this period, they kept two clean sheets and conceded only one goal per game on average. However, their winning run was interrupted by a surprising 2-0 loss at home to Colorado Rapids. The team bounced back with a thrilling 3-2 away victory against Toronto FC, which was their highest-scoring game in the last six matches. With an average of 2.67 total goals per game, NYCFC's matches have been relatively low-scoring, with 67% of their games featuring under 2.5 goals.

Philadelphia Union

9th · 3-5-3 · 21-19 (+2) · 14 pts
Last 6
WDLLDL
Results
W1 D2 L3
Goals scored
11
Per game
1.8
Goals against
13
Per game
2.2
Goal difference
-2
Clean sheets
0
Total goals avg
4
Both teams scored
100%
Under 2.5
0%
Over 2.5
100%
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
2 - 3
Orlando City
· Major League Soccer
DC United
2 - 2
Philadelphia Union
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
2 - 3
Seattle Sounders
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
1 - 2
Real Salt Lake
· Major League Soccer
Atlanta United
2 - 2
Philadelphia Union
· Major League Soccer
Nashville SC
1 - 2
Philadelphia Union

New York City FC

5th · 5-2-5 · 14-14 (0) · 17 pts
Last 6
DWWWLW
Results
W4 D1 L1
Goals scored
10
Per game
1.7
Goals against
6
Per game
1
Goal difference
+4
Clean sheets
2
Total goals avg
2.67
Both teams scored
50%
Under 2.5
67%
Over 2.5
33%
· Major League Soccer
Toronto FC
2 - 3
New York City FC
· Major League Soccer
New York City FC
0 - 2
Colorado Rapids
· Major League Soccer
New York City FC
2 - 1
Charlotte FC
· Major League Soccer
New York City FC
2 - 0
DC United
· Major League Soccer
New York City FC
2 - 0
New England Revolution
· Major League Soccer
New York City FC
1 - 1
Atlanta United

Recent home/away form

Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union's recent home form has been disappointing, with three consecutive losses in their last three matches at home. This losing streak comes after a more positive period where they went unbeaten in three home games, including a 2-0 win against Minnesota United and two high-scoring draws against Pachuca (0-0) and Deportivo Saprissa (3-3). The Union's home matches have been entertaining, with 67% of their last six home games featuring over 2.5 goals. However, their defensive frailties have been exposed, conceding 1.83 goals per game on average, which has contributed to their recent slide down to 8th position in the league.

New York City FC

New York City FC's recent away form has been poor, with a run of four consecutive defeats before a draw against Inter Miami and a win against Toronto FC in their most recent game. The team has struggled to keep clean sheets, conceding in all six of their away matches. However, their last game against Toronto FC was a high-scoring affair, with NYCFC winning 3-2. Despite their recent victory, the team's overall away form remains a concern, with a goal difference of -4 and an average of 1.67 goals conceded per game.

Philadelphia Union

9th · 3-5-3 · 21-19 (+2) · 14 pts
Last 6
DDWLLL
Results
W1 D2 L3
Goals scored
10
Per game
1.7
Goals against
11
Per game
1.8
Goal difference
-1
Clean sheets
2
Total goals avg
3.5
Both teams scored
67%
Under 2.5
33%
Over 2.5
67%
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
2 - 3
Orlando City
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
2 - 3
Seattle Sounders
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
1 - 2
Real Salt Lake
· Major League Soccer
Philadelphia Union
2 - 0
Minnesota United
· CONCACAF Champions League
Philadelphia Union
0 - 0
Pachuca
· CONCACAF Champions League
Philadelphia Union
3 - 3
Deportivo Saprissa

New York City FC

5th · 5-2-5 · 14-14 (0) · 17 pts
Last 6
LLLLDW
Results
W1 D1 L4
Goals scored
6
Per game
1
Goals against
10
Per game
1.7
Goal difference
-4
Clean sheets
0
Total goals avg
2.67
Both teams scored
50%
Under 2.5
67%
Over 2.5
33%
· Major League Soccer
Toronto FC
2 - 3
New York City FC
· Major League Soccer
Inter Miami
1 - 1
New York City FC
· Major League Soccer
FC Cincinnati
1 - 0
New York City FC
· Major League Soccer
St. Louis CITY
2 - 0
New York City FC
· Major League Soccer
Charlotte FC
1 - 0
New York City FC
· Friendlies Clubs
Austin FC
3 - 2
New York City FC

Head-to-head

The head-to-head statistics between Philadelphia Union and New York City FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) are as follows:

- Philadelphia Union has won 11 direct matches.
- New York City FC has won 10 direct matches.
- There have been 2 draws.

The average goals per match between the two teams is 2.96. Philadelphia Union has scored an average of 1.69 goals per match in the 2024 season, while New York City FC has scored an average of 1.08 goals per match in the same season.

In terms of match outcomes, 4 matches between the two teams have resulted in Philadelphia Union wins, 4 matches have resulted in New York City FC wins, and 2 matches have ended in a draw.

These statistics are based on the information provided from the FcTables website, which lists data up to May 12, 2024.

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