Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United – Match Preview

Philadelphia Union will welcome Atlanta United at Subaru Park for the Major League Soccer’s opening round. The game is scheduled for Friday, September 28th, at 23:30 GMT. Philadelphia Union, currently 19th with 36 points, will face 22nd placed Atlanta United, who have 33 points. Both teams have played 30 games. The Union aims to surpass early season predictions, while Atlanta seeks to meet expectations. A victory is crucial for both to improve their standings and start their campaign positively.

Philadelphia Union – Form

Philadelphia Union’s performance has been varied recently. They secured a 4-0 win against DC United at home on September 22. This victory was expected by bookmakers. Goals from Mikael Uhre and Daniel Gazdag, with assists from Quinn Sullivan and Tai Baribo, showcased their strength. Yet, their performance on the road has been less stable. They enjoyed a 5-1 win over New York City FC but suffered a 3-1 defeat to Inter Miami CF. In that match, Uhre’s early goal was not enough against a Lionel Messi-led comeback.

Atlanta United – Form

Atlanta United has shown resilience lately. They managed a 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls on September 21st, against the odds. Before this, they lost 0-2 to Nashville SC at home, a surprising outcome. Yet, they achieved a 1-0 win at Charlotte FC, breaking a trend of losses. Their results have been unpredictable, with the Charlotte FC victory being the only match meeting bookmakers’ expectations.

Philadelphia Union – Atlanta United – Head to Head

The last game between these teams ended in a 2:2 draw on April 14, 2024. In their past 10 meetings, Philadelphia Union has won 4 times, and Atlanta United has secured 2 victories. This shows a slight edge for the home side. In their last five matches at Subaru Park, both teams scored in 4 encounters. Philadelphia Union has a strong record, not losing 10 of the last 12 matches against Atlanta United. They have also won their last 3 home games and scored in each of the last 5 meetings with Atlanta.

Philadelphia Union – Atlanta United – Standings

As Major League Soccer resumes at Subaru Park, this match is pivotal for both teams. The Union, 19th with 36 points, aim to exceed expectations of a mid-table finish. Atlanta United, in 22nd place with 33 points, also seeks to improve their position. Both teams are eager for a win to turn their seasons around.

Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United – Top scorers

Daniel Gazdag leads Philadelphia Union’s attack with 17 goals. Mikael Uhre and Tai Baribo follow with 10 and 9 goals, respectively. Midfielders Jack McGlynn and Jesus Bueno have each added 3 goals. For Atlanta United, Saba Lobzhanidze is the top scorer with 7 goals. Daniel Rios follows with 6. Jamal Thiare has 5 goals, while Aleksey Miranchuk and Stian Gregersen have scored twice, indicating a diverse scoring threat.

Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Philadelphia Union with odds of 1.75 for a win. The odds for a draw are 4.00, and an Atlanta United win is at 4.10. Philadelphia Union’s recent wins and league standing make them favorites. Atlanta United, ranked lower and with less favorable outcomes, faces a challenge at Subaru Park. The “halftime-fulltime” bet on Philadelphia Union offers odds of 2.25. The “draw-no-bet” option for Philadelphia Union is at 1.333. The “double-chance” bet for a Union win or draw is at 1.222, offering a safer bet against an Atlanta upset.

Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals option is at odds of 1.40, indicating an expected high-scoring game. The teams’ scoring records support this. Bettors might find the “Over 2.5” option attractive at 1.40 odds. The “Under 2.5” option, at 2.875 odds, suits those anticipating a lower-scoring match.

Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United – BTTS Betting

Odds of 1.444 for “BTTS: Yes” suggest both teams are likely to score. Philadelphia’s form and past encounters at Subaru Park back this up. This makes “BTTS: Yes” a probable choice for bettors.

Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United – Prediction