Main prediction: Philadelphia Union to win in regular time
Alternative tip: double chance Philadelphia Union
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The MLS enters its decisive stretch. San Diego and Philadelphia Union face each other this 14/09, at Snapdragon Stadium (Mission Valley Stadium), at 02:00.
San Diego take to the pitch with 8 win(s) and 1.25 points per match in the league. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have 8 win(s) and 1.25 points per match. Philadelphia Union have a 37.88% chance of winning according to the betting sites.
See how the teams' week went, find out where to watch the match, check the line-ups and read the prediction for San Diego vs Philadelphia Union before betting.
Prediction for San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
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Overview San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia Union are favourites, with a 37.88% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Philadelphia Union win are at 2.64 and a draw at 4.16.
In the MLS Soccer, San Diego have accumulated 8 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 42 goal(s) scored and 37 conceded. Marcus Ingvartsen leads the scoring chart with 11 goal(s). Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have accumulated 8 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 41 goal(s) scored and 39 conceded, with Milan Iloski as top scorer with 12 goal(s).
San Diego have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the competition.
Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in 9 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between San Diego and Philadelphia Union
San Diego and Philadelphia Union have never faced each other in any official competition. This will be the first head-to-head clash between the teams.
San Diego arrive for this unprecedented clash with 8 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s) this season, scoring 42 goals (1.75 per match).
Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have 8 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 41 goals scored (1.71 per match).
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San Diego: current form
San Diego are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
8 win(s), 6 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.25 point(s) per match
42 goals scored (1.75 per match)
Top scorer: Marcus Ingvartsen (11 goal(s))
Philadelphia Union: current form
On the other side, Philadelphia Union also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the MLS:
8 win(s), 6 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.25 point(s) per match
41 goals scored (1.71 per match)
Top scorer: Milan Iloski (12 goal(s))
San Diego vs Philadelphia Union key players
In the MLS, Marcus Ingvartsen carries San Diego Football Club's attack with 11 goal(s).
The playmaker is Anders Dreyer, leading in assists with 10. In the whole season, Marcus Ingvartsen has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Milan Iloski is the name that frightens the most for The Zolos with 12 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Cavan Sullivan leads in assists with 5. In the whole season, Milan Iloski has accumulated 12 goal(s).
San Diego vs Philadelphia Union statistics in the MLS
San Diego have an average of 9.04 corners and 2.25 cards per match. Philadelphia Union have 9.3 corners and 2.63 cards. The statistics for San Diego vs Philadelphia Union are in the table below.
San Diego
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W W L |
1.2 |
| Home | L W W W L |
1.8 |
| Away | L L W D L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 46% | 18% |
| Goals | 3.29 | 3.92 | 2.55 |
| Scored | 1.75 | 2.46 | 0.91 |
| Conceded | 1.54 | 1.46 | 1.64 |
| Both Teams to Score | 54% | 62% | 45% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 38% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 0% | 36% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 62% | 36% |
|
xG
|
1.4 | 1.56 | 1.22 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.34 | 1.56 |
Philadelphia Union
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W D D |
2.2 |
| Home | W W D W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W D W L L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 42% | 25% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 2.5 | 4.17 |
| Scored | 1.71 | 1.58 | 1.83 |
| Conceded | 1.63 | 0.92 | 2.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 50% | 83% |
| Without Conceding | 21% | 42% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 25% | 17% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 42% | 42% |
|
xG
|
1.82 | 1.97 | 1.67 |
|
xGA
|
1.06 | 0.85 | 1.27 |
More tips for San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
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Correct score prediction for San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia Union are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: San Diego 0-1 Philadelphia Union. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
Check out where to watch the live match between Philadelphia Union and San Diego:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for San Diego and Philadelphia Union
The line-ups for San Diego 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.
San Diego Football Club line-up
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1
CJ dos Santos
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3
Dagur Dan Þórhallsson
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6
Jeppe Tverskov
Midfielder
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8
Onni Valakari
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10
Anders Dreyer
Forward
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12
Gabriel Cordeiro Pirani
Midfielder
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20
Aníbal Godoy
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26
Manu Duah
Defender
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33
Oscar Verhoeven
Defender
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97
Christopher Mcvey
Defender
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99
Elias Achouri
Forward
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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18
Andre Blake
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21
Danley Jean Jacques
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23
Ezekiel Alladoh
Forward
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26
Nathan Harriel
Defender
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27
Kai Wagner
Defender
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33
Quinn Sullivan
Midfielder
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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 San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
Match: San Diego vs Philadelphia Union
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 14/09/2026
Time: 02:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Snapdragon Stadium (Mission Valley Stadium)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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