Philadelphia Union came from two goals down to beat New York City FC 3-2 in MLS. Bruno Damiani scored twice in the second half, his 75th-minute strike proving the winner.
8.7Bruno DamianiPhiladelphia Union · Forward2 goals · 2 shots · 1.41 xGNew York City FC 2:3 Philadelphia Union — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half2 - 0
- 16(Foul)
- 43(Foul)
- 44(Persistent fouling)
- 45 + 2
Second half0 - 3
- 50(Foul)
- 79(Foul)
- 85(Foul)
- 90(Dissent)
Live Prediction
New York City FC to winLost1.16
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LostQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union?
New York City FC 2-3 Philadelphia Union (MLS).
Who scored?
Benie Traore (4') for New York City FC; Luighi (45') for New York City FC; Danley Jean Jacques (48', assist Cavan Sullivan) for Philadelphia Union; Bruno Damiani (69', assist Cavan Sullivan) for Philadelphia Union; Bruno Damiani (75', assist Quinn Sullivan) for Philadelphia Union.
Was Philadelphia Union's win deserved?
Not really — the opponent was the better side; Philadelphia Union won on finishing.
Were there any cards in New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union?
Yellow cards: Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia Union); Luighi (New York City FC); Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia Union); Milan Iloski (Philadelphia Union); Tayvon Gray (New York City FC); Kai Wagner (Philadelphia Union); Malachi Jones (New York City FC).
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Head to Head meetings
New York City FC – Philadelphia Union
New York City FC
Philadelphia Union
- 4
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 9
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  4 | 9  |
Scored goals | 14 | 26 |
Average per game | 1.08 | 2 |
The biggest victory | 2-1 | 1-5 |
New York City FC
Philadelphia Union
Best statistical picks
New York City FC – Philadelphia Union
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
New York City FC opened the score in 5 of the last 6 matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
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Model verdict, form, head-to-head and live pressure for this match. Ask anything in Telegram.
Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.85 | 3.50 | 2.32 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — New York City FC
NYCFC sit 16 places above Philadelphia and hold the edge in form, skill and mentality. Philadelphia's four wins in five keep this honest, but backing a side 16 places adrift is a hard sell. CheckLive's read leans home.
Home win — New York City FC2.85
High confidence62%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
38.9
36.3
CheckSkill
52.7
50.3
CheckMental
30.8
26.6
CheckLive total43.5 vs 40.7+2.8
More match signals
New York City FC or draw69%1.50
Both teams to score — No66%2.38
Over 2.563%1.65
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between NYCFC and Philadelphia Union?
CheckLive's read leans New York City FC, with the hosts ahead on form, skill and mentality. The 16-place gap in the MLS standings supports a home win, though Philadelphia arrive with four wins in five.
Are NYCFC the clear favorites in this MLS match?
NYCFC carry a 66% lean for CheckLive and sit 16 places above Philadelphia in the standings. Home form, skill and mentality all favor the hosts; Philadelphia's four wins in five are the main caution.
Will both teams score in NYCFC vs Philadelphia?
Both teams to score looks likely: the head-to-head averages 2.9 goals per game, and both attacks are contributing. New York have nine goals and Philadelphia ten across their last five matches.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.85 | 3.50 | 2.32 |