Philadelphia Union vs DC United – Match Preview

The Major League Soccer campaign is underway, and Philadelphia Union is gearing up to host DC United. This exciting match will take place at Subaru Park on Saturday, September 22nd. The game is scheduled to start at 22:15 GMT. Philadelphia Union is currently in the 20th position with 33 points. DC United is right behind them in 21st place, also with 33 points. Both teams started the season with modest expectations. Now, they find themselves in a crucial situation. A victory could significantly improve their standings. Conversely, a loss could add to their challenges this season.

Philadelphia Union – Form

Philadelphia Union’s recent performances have been inconsistent. Their last match on September 18 against New York City FC ended in a 5:1 victory. This outcome was unexpected by many. Before this, they faced a 0:2 defeat to New York Red Bulls on August 31. They also lost 0:1 at home to Columbus Crew on August 28. Despite these setbacks, the Union have demonstrated their ability to secure surprising victories.

DC United – Form

DC United is entering this match with strong away form. They secured two victories in their last three games. On September 14th, they tied 1-1 with New York City FC at home. Christian Benteke’s penalty earned them a point. Before this, they won 2-1 against Chicago Fire FC. Benteke and Gabriel Pirani scored in this match. They also achieved a 3-1 victory against Toronto FC, with goals from Martin Rodriguez, Dominique Badji, and Pirani.

Philadelphia Union – DC United – Head to Head

The last match between these two teams ended in a 2-2 draw on May 4, 2024. In their past 10 meetings, Philadelphia Union has won 6 times. DC United has secured just 1 victory. This record shows Philadelphia Union’s dominance in these encounters. In the most recent 5 head-to-head clashes, both teams scored in 3 games. Philadelphia Union has been particularly strong at Subaru Park. They haven’t lost any of the last 12 home matches against DC United. They have also scored in 25 of their last 26 meetings.

Philadelphia Union – DC United – Standings

In the unfolding Major League Soccer action, Philadelphia Union is in the 20th spot with 33 points from 29 games. They have scored 53 goals but conceded 47. DC United is just behind, in 21st place, with the same number of points. Their goal difference is less favorable, having scored 44 and conceded 57. Both teams aim to surpass their pre-season expectations. They are eager to improve their positions as they face off in this opening round fixture.

Philadelphia Union vs DC United – Top scorers

Philadelphia Union’s attack is led by Daniel Gazdag, who has scored 15 times this season. Mikael Uhre and Tai Baribo have also been key, scoring 9 and 8 goals, respectively. Jack McGlynn and Jesus Bueno each added 3 goals. On the other side, Christian Benteke is DC United’s top scorer with 19 goals. Gabriel Pirani has contributed 4 goals from midfield. Cristian Dajome and Jared Stroud each have 3 goals. Mateusz Klich has added 2 goals, showcasing the team’s diverse scoring ability.

Philadelphia Union vs DC United – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Philadelphia Union with odds of 1.83 for a home win. A draw is at 4.00, and an away win for DC United is at 3.80. Philadelphia Union’s strong record and home advantage could tip the scales in their favor. For alternative betting markets, the “halftime-fulltime” option for a Philadelphia Union win is at 2.375. The “draw-no-bet” option for Philadelphia Union is at 1.40. The “double-chance” market for a Philadelphia Union win or draw is at 1.25.

Philadelphia Union vs DC United – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are at 1.44. This suggests an expectation for a high-scoring game. Philadelphia Union and DC United’s recent performances support this. The “Over 2.5” option at 1.44 is appealing. For those looking for higher stakes, “Over 3.5” at 2.10 could be worth considering.

Philadelphia Union vs DC United – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are set at 1.444. This reflects the expectation of both teams scoring. The history between Philadelphia Union and DC United supports this outcome. Considering their defensive records, “BTTS: Yes” seems a likely scenario for this match.

Philadelphia Union vs DC United – Prediction