Main prediction: both teams to score (BTTS)
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The MLS 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. Philadelphia Union and FC Cincinnati meet again this 10/09, at 00:30, at Subaru Park (The Union). A match-up that always holds surprises.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Philadelphia Union have won 3 time(s). FC Cincinnati have won 2. Philadelphia Union are the favourites with a 55.25% chance according to the bookmakers.
Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati.
Prediction for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
BTTS - Yes
Overview Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
Philadelphia Union are favourites, with odds of 1.81 and a 55.25% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Philadelphia Union, with 9 win(s) against 5 for FC Cincinnati. The odds for a Football Club Cincinnati win are 4.651 and a draw is 4.95.
In the Major League Soccer, Philadelphia Union have 7 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 36 goal(s) scored and 39 conceded. The top scorer is Milan Iloski, with 11 goal(s). On the other side, FC Cincinnati have 8 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 7 defeat(s), with 49 goal(s) scored and 51 conceded. Evander is the top scorer with 13 goal(s).
Philadelphia Union have conceded goals in all of their last 4 clashes against FC Cincinnati.
Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in 8 matches in the MLS.
FC Cincinnati have conceded goals in their last 12 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between Philadelphia Union and FC Cincinnati
In 17 clashes, Philadelphia Union have the advantage over FC Cincinnati: 9 win(s) against 5 and 3 draw(s). The most recent was on 31/08/2025, in the MLS. Philadelphia Union won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati, 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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Philadelphia Union: current form
Philadelphia Union's attack is firing: an average of 2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the MLS:
7 win(s), 6 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.17 point(s) per match
36 goals scored (1.57 per match)
Top scorer: Milan Iloski (11 goal(s))
FC Cincinnati: current form
For the visitors, FC Cincinnati have played 22 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
8 win(s), 7 draw(s), 7 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.41 point(s) per match
49 goals scored (2.23 per match)
Top scorer: Evander (13 goal(s))
Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati key players
In the MLS, Milan Iloski carries Philadelphia Union's attack with 11 goal(s).
The playmaker is Francis Westfield, leading in assists with 5. In the whole season, Milan Iloski has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Evander is the name that frightens the most for The Orange and Blue with 13 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Evander leads in assists with 10. In the whole season, Evander has accumulated 13 goal(s).
Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati statistics in the MLS
Philadelphia Union have an average of 9.35 corners and 2.74 cards per match. FC Cincinnati have 10.05 corners and 2.64 cards. The statistics for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati are in the table below.
Philadelphia Union
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D D W |
2.2 |
| Home | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W D W L L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 36% | 25% |
| Goals | 3.26 | 2.27 | 4.17 |
| Scored | 1.57 | 1.27 | 1.83 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1 | 2.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 55% | 83% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 36% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 27% | 17% |
| 1st to Score | 39% | 36% | 42% |
|
xG
|
1.8 | 1.95 | 1.67 |
|
xGA
|
1.1 | 0.9 | 1.27 |
FC Cincinnati
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W D W |
1.6 |
| Home | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | L D L D D |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 64% | 9% |
| Goals | 4.55 | 4.73 | 4.36 |
| Scored | 2.23 | 2.82 | 1.64 |
| Conceded | 2.32 | 1.91 | 2.73 |
| Both Teams to Score | 77% | 73% | 82% |
| Without Conceding | 9% | 18% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 14% | 9% | 18% |
| 1st to Score | 39% | 45% | 45% |
|
xG
|
1.59 | 1.73 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.8 | 1.65 | 1.94 |
More tips for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
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Correct score prediction for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
The favoritism in the odds points to Philadelphia Union. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Philadelphia Union 1-0 FC Cincinnati. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
Check out where to watch the live match between FC Cincinnati and Philadelphia Union:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Philadelphia Union and FC Cincinnati
The line-ups for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati 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.
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 starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Football Club Cincinnati line-up
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5
Obinna Nwobodo
Midfielder
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9
Ahoueke Denkey
Forward
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10
Evander
Midfielder
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12
Miles Robinson
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18
Roman Celentano
Goalkeeper
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20
Pavel Bucha
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22
Gerardo Valenzuela
Midfielder
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24
Kyle Smith
Defender
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66
Ender Peña
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88
Andrei Chirila
Defender
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99
Ayoub Jabbari
Forward
The FC Cincinnati starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
Match: Philadelphia Union vs FC Cincinnati
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 10/09/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Subaru Park (The Union)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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