Sporting Kansas City
Philadelphia UnionMajor League Soccer | Sun 20 Sep, 01:30
Sporting Kansas City v Philadelphia Union Stats
Data last updated: Sat 19 Sep 2026, 08:19 UK timeMatch Report
Fixture analysis
Philadelphia Union visit Sporting Kansas City in a Major League Soccer clash where form and quality suggest an away win. Philadelphia Union sit comfortably in 7th place with 33 points, showing strong attacking and defensive balance, while Sporting Kansas City struggle near the bottom with 18 points. Philadelphia have been clinical in front of goal, averaging over 3 goals per game recently, and boast a solid defensive record conceding just 0.4 goals on average. Sporting Kansas City's defensive frailties and inconsistent form add to the challenge they face against a confident Philadelphia side.
Philadelphia Union to Win
- Philadelphia Union have a 70% to win, with positive value at 1.6 .
- Philadelphia average 3.2 goals scored and concede only 0.4 per game, indicating strong overall form.
- Sporting Kansas City concede 2.2 goals per game and have only 4 points from recent matches.
- Philadelphia's key attackers like M. Sullivan show high goal threat and shot volume.
- H2H meetings average 2.6 goals, supporting an open game with scoring opportunities.
Why The Model Likes This Bet
Chance, price and football numbers
The model favors Philadelphia Union to win with a 70% chance, reflecting their superior recent form, stronger defense, and higher goal output compared to Sporting Kansas City. Philadelphia's efficient attack and solid defensive record underpin this , while Sporting Kansas City's struggles at the back and low points tally weaken their position. The offer positive value, aligning well with the football context of Philadelphia's consistency and tactical edge. No significant data limitations affect this assessment.
Verdict
BT4Y analyst view
Philadelphia Union's superior form and defensive solidity make them the logical choice to win this fixture. Their ability to control games and convert chances contrasts with Sporting Kansas City's defensive vulnerabilities and poor recent results, suggesting Philadelphia will secure the three points.
Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.
Quote from Expert
BT4Y analyst view · Tactical and form advantage
“Philadelphia Union's balanced attack and disciplined defense provide a clear tactical advantage over Sporting Kansas City, who have struggled to contain opponents and maintain consistency this season.”
Key Data Signals
Philadelphia Union to Win evidence
Philadelphia Union have a 70% to win, with positive value at 1.6 .
Philadelphia average 3.2 goals scored and concede only 0.4 per game, indicating strong overall form.
Sporting Kansas City concede 2.2 goals per game and have only 4 points from recent matches.
Philadelphia's key attackers like M. Sullivan show high goal threat and shot volume.
What To Watch In The Data
Philadelphia Union to Win notes
- The last 10 head-to-head matches average 2.6 goals, suggesting a moderately open game with scoring opportunities.
- This trend supports the likelihood of goals in this fixture, driven by Philadelphia's attacking efficiency and Sporting Kansas City's defensive vulnerabilities.
Goals, BTTS and over/under
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Corners, cards and shots
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Recent form
Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.
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Head-to-head
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Player stats
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Season team stats
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League standings snapshot
Current table context.
| Pos | Team | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 18 | 24 | 5 | 3 | 16 | -33 |
| 7 | Philadelphia Union | 33 | 25 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 7 |
Key match trends
Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.
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