Main prediction: both to score
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
This 16/08 (Sunday), New York City FC host Philadelphia Union at Yankee Stadium, at 23:00. Another chapter of a clash that the MLS always reserves as an attraction.
New York City FC have accumulated 1.44 points per match in the league. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have 0.89 points per match. New York City FC have a 42% chance of winning according to the betting sites.
See on APWin the probable line-ups, where to watch and also the prediction for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union in the MLS Soccer.
Prediction for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
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Overview New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
New York City FC are favourites, with odds of 2.36 and a 42% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards New York City Football Club, with 14 win(s) against 12 for Philadelphia Union. The odds for a Philadelphia Union win are 3.279 and a draw is 4.23.
In the MLS, New York City FC have 7 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 31 goal(s) scored and 24 conceded, having Nicolás Fernández as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have 4 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 25 goal(s) scored and 33 conceded, and Milan Iloski as top scorer with 10 goal(s).
In the last 3 clashes between New York City FC and Philadelphia Union, the first half had 0 or 1 goal.
New York City FC are unbeaten in 3 matches in the MLS.
New York City FC have conceded goals in their last 5 matches in the competition.
In the last 4 matches involving New York City FC, all had under 9.5 corners.
Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in 3 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between New York City FC and Philadelphia Union
In 28 clashes, New York City FC have the advantage over Philadelphia Union: 14 win(s) against 12 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 01/03/2026, in the MLS. New York City FC won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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New York City FC: current form
New York City FC have played 18 match(es) in the MLS.
See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 5 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.44 point(s) per match
31 goals scored (1.72 per match)
Top scorer: Nicolás Fernández (13 goal(s))
Philadelphia Union: current form
On the other side, Philadelphia Union also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the MLS:
4 win(s), 4 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.89 point(s) per match
25 goals scored (1.39 per match)
Top scorer: Milan Iloski (10 goal(s))
New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union key players
In the MLS, Nicolás Fernández carries New York City Football Club's attack with 13 goal(s).
The playmaker is Maxi Moralez, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Nicolás Fernández has 13 goal(s).
On the other side, Milan Iloski is the name that frightens the most for The Zolos with 10 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Francis Westfield leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Milan Iloski has accumulated 10 goal(s).
New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union statistics in the MLS
New York City FC have an average of 7.95 corners and 1.67 cards per match. Philadelphia Union have 9.34 corners and 2.5 cards. Follow all the statistics for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union below.
New York City FC
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W L D |
1.6 |
| Home | D W W L D |
1.6 |
| Away | W L D W L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 40% | 38% |
| Goals | 3.06 | 3.8 | 2.13 |
| Scored | 1.72 | 2.3 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.5 | 1.13 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 70% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 20% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 10% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 61% | 80% | 38% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.56 | 1.12 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.32 | 1.5 |
Philadelphia Union
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L D |
2 |
| Home | W W W D D |
2.2 |
| Away | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 22% | 33% | 11% |
| Goals | 3.22 | 2.11 | 4.33 |
| Scored | 1.39 | 1.11 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.83 | 1 | 2.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 56% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 33% | 22% |
| 1st to Score | 61% | 22% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.82 | 1.94 | 1.69 |
|
xGA
|
1.09 | 0.95 | 1.23 |
More tips for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
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Correct score prediction for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
The favoritism in the odds points to New York City FC. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: New York City FC 1-0 Philadelphia Union. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
Check out where to watch the live match between Philadelphia Union and New York City FC:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for New York City FC and Philadelphia Union
The line-ups for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
New York City Football Club line-up
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2
Nico Cavallo
Defender
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6
James Sands
Midfielder
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7
Nicolás Fernández
Forward
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8
Andrés Perea
Midfielder
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9
Bénie Traore
Forward
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11
Talles Magno
Forward
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13
Thiago Martins
Defender
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24
Tayvon Gray
Defender
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26
Agustin Ojeda
Forward
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32
Jonathan Shore
Midfielder
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49
Freese Matthew
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Philadelphia Union line-up
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4
Jovan Lukić
Midfielder
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6
Cavan Sullivan
Midfielder
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9
Bruno Damiani
Forward
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10
Milan Iloski
Forward
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18
Andre Blake
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19
Indiana Vassilev
Forward
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21
Danley Jean Jacques
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26
Nathan Harriel
Defender
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27
Kai Wagner
Defender
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39
Francis Westfield
Defender
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44
Neil Pierre
Defender
The Philadelphia Union starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
Match: New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 16/08/2026
Time: 23:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Yankee Stadium
Broadcast: none scheduled
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