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The MLS is back in action with another round of matches this weekend as New York City FC lock horns with the Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park on Sunday, June 26. Both teams have been impressive this season and will want to win the upcoming game.
Philadelphia Union vs New York City FC Preview
Philadelphia Union, who are currently third in the MLS Eastern Conference standings, were held to a 1-1 draw by FC Cincinnati in their previous game.
New York City FC, meanwhile, are at the top of the league table at the moment, having exceeded expectations so far this year. They crashed out of the US Open Cup following a 3-0 defeat at the hands of the New York Red Bulls earlier in the week and will need to bounce back on Sunday.
Philadelphia Union vs New York City FC Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- New York City FC have a good record against Philadelphia Union, having won 10 of the 18 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Philadelphia Union's six victories.
- Philadelphia Union have never won consecutive matches against New York City FC in the MLS and will look to achieve the feat this weekend.
- Philadelphia Union have played out a draw in seven of their last eight matches - only Los Angeles Galaxy have recorded a run of eight draws in a nine-match run.
- New York City FC are unbeaten in their last nine games in the MLS, while Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in their last eight in the competition.
- Philadelphia Union are one of only four teams in the MLS that are yet to allow a goal from outside the box so far this season.
- New York City FC are only three positive MLS results away from equalling the longest unbeaten streak in the club's history.
Philadelphia Union vs New York City FC Prediction
New York City FC have been in impressive form and will be keen to win the league title this season. They suffered a shock defeat against local rivals New York Red Bulls this week and will want to return to winning ways at the earliest.
The Philadelphia Union are yet to hit their peak, but have managed to present a series of robust displays in recent months. Both teams are on an even footing at the moment and could play out a draw this weekend.
Prediction: Philadelphia Union 1-1 New York City FC
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Philadelphia Union vs New York City FC Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to score over 2.5 goals - No
Tip 3: New York City FC to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Valentin Castellanos to score - Yes
