Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls Predictions

Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls predictions for this match in the MLS. Philadelphia Union host New York Red Bulls at Subaru Park this weekend, seeking to bounce back and boost their Supporters’ Shield hopes in MLS action. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

MLS Playoffs | Jul 13 2025 at 12:30 am UK at Talen Energy Stadium

Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls Predictions

Can Union Break the Red Bulls’ Resistance?

• Red Bulls crumble late
  • New York have taken the lead in three consecutive matches but failed to win any of them, settling for a draw each time after conceding second-half equalisers.
• Union’s Subaru supremacy
  • Philadelphia are unbeaten in their last eight MLS games at home and have scored at least twice in each of their last six outings at Subaru Park.
• Goals guaranteed on both sides
  • Both teams have found the net in five of Union’s last six home games and in each of New York’s last four away matches – a trend that shouldn’t stop here.

Best Bet for Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls

There’s no shortage of tension brewing ahead of this weekend’s clash between Philadelphia Union and New York Red Bulls. The stakes are high, the atmosphere is expected to be electric at Subaru Park, and both sides are desperate to swing momentum in their favour. The Union come into this contest licking their wounds after two narrow defeats on the road, which saw their climb to the top of the Eastern Conference stall. But back at home – where they’ve looked far more comfortable – there’s a growing sense they’ll rediscover their rhythm.

The Red Bulls, meanwhile, are trudging through a rather frustrating patch themselves. While they’ve managed to avoid defeat in their last three games, all three have ended level, and a winless run stretching to four matches has fans grumbling. They’ve shown promise by scoring first in all three of their recent draws, yet their inability to hold a lead is turning optimism into exasperation.

This isn’t just a standard fixture – it’s a test of resolve for both sides. For Philadelphia, it’s a chance to prove that their blip was merely a bump. For New York, it’s another shot at proving they can mix it with the big boys, especially away from home, where they’ve been utterly unreliable. With both teams carrying baggage into this one, something’s got to give.

Best Bet for This Match: Philadelphia Union to Win & Both Teams to Score

At BettingTips4You, we cut through the noise and provide one clear, standout prediction per match – not a shopping list of options that leaves readers more confused than when they arrived. That’s because we value precision over quantity, offering just the sharpest, most informed betting angle for each contest. And for this one, we’re backing Philadelphia Union to win, but also expecting New York Red Bulls to get on the scoresheet.

Let’s not pretend this will be straightforward. The Union may be strong at home – unbeaten in their last eight at Subaru Park – but they’ve conceded in their last six there. That trend is difficult to ignore. And despite New York’s struggles on the road, they’ve scored in each of their last four away matches, including tricky trips to San Jose and LA.

Philadelphia, for all their dominance at home, have shown a vulnerability at the back that leaves them open to conceding. But what makes them such a strong pick to win is their attacking depth. Tai Baribo is back in the mix and looking sharp after his calf issue, while the supporting cast are more than capable of chipping in. They’ve bagged multiple goals in five straight home fixtures, including three or more in three of those.

New York’s defence, particularly away from home, doesn’t inspire much confidence. They’ve only kept two clean sheets in 11 away games this season and have a worrying tendency to switch off late on. That, combined with their penchant for taking the lead and then throwing it away, plays right into the hands of a Union side who know how to turn the screw in the second half.

BettingTips4You.com expert quote:

*“Philadelphia’s firepower at home is undeniable, and with New York’s habit of blowing leads, this has all the makings of a 2-1 or 3-1 win for the hosts,” says BettingTips4You expert Herrin Kendrick. “But don’t be shocked if the Red Bulls grab an early one – this won’t be a walk in the park for Union.”

Given the goal trends and both sides’ profiles, a 3-1 win for the hosts seems entirely plausible. They’ve proven they can outscore opponents even when leaking at the back, and the Red Bulls, though spirited, just don’t do enough away from home to hold out across 90 minutes.

Likely Scoreline: Philadelphia Union 3-1 New York Red Bulls
The Union’s superior attacking record at home and the Red Bulls’ persistent defensive slips on the road point to a comfortable win, albeit with a scare or two along the way.

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