Dennis Nelich scored a hat-trick as New York Red Bulls II thrashed Philadelphia Union II 5-0, a result that sets up a trip to FC Cincinnati 2 on 5 July. The home side were utterly dominant from the first whistle, turning a routine evening into a complete demolition.
New York Red Bulls II 5:0 Philadelphia Union II — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half1 - 0
- 18(Foul)
- 24S. BaitingerC. Faello
- 35(S. Baitinger)
- 39(Foul)
- 45 + 2(Persistent fouling)
Second half4 - 0
- 49A. Craig(Foul)
- 61S. Diaz Gallego
- 62M. Berthé
- 62J. Harrison
- 72S. Baitinger
- 74J. RufT. Reed
- 75
- 77J. MunsonJ. Bori
- 90 + 1
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of New York Red Bulls II vs Philadelphia Union II?
New York Red Bulls II 5-0 Philadelphia Union II (MLS Next Pro).
Who scored?
Dennis Nelich (35', assist Sean Baitinger) for New York Red Bulls II; Dennis Nelich (69', assist Dennis Gjengaar) for New York Red Bulls II; Sean Baitinger (72', assist Dennis Gjengaar) for New York Red Bulls II; Dennis Nelich (75') for New York Red Bulls II; Paul Sokoloff (90', assist Christian Gallagher) for New York Red Bulls II.
Was New York Red Bulls II's win deserved?
Yes — New York Red Bulls II were on top for most of the match.
Were there any cards in New York Red Bulls II vs Philadelphia Union II?
Yellow cards: Rafael Uzcátegui (Philadelphia Union II); Deven Cadigan (New York Red Bulls II); Óscar Benítez (Philadelphia Union II); Andrew Craig (Philadelphia Union II).
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Head to Head meetings
New York Red Bulls II – Philadelphia Union II
New York Red Bulls II
Philadelphia Union II
- 5
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 7
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  5 | 7  |
Scored goals | 22 | 18 |
Average per game | 1.83 | 1.5 |
The biggest victory | 5-0 | 1-5 |
New York Red Bulls II
- 5Matches
- 13Goals
- 2.6Goal per game
- 2Wins
- 0Draws
- 3Losses
Philadelphia Union II
- 5Matches
- 10Goals
- 2Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 0Draws
- 2Losses
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — New York Red Bulls II
CheckLive's preview leans toward New York Red Bulls II, driven by a significant gap in form and mental resilience. Philadelphia Union II carry a strong historical record, but the hosts' current consistency and composure under pressure give them the edge. The match shapes as a tight contest where small margins decide.
Home win — New York Red Bulls II
High confidence70%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
61.1
50.9
CheckSkill
55.3
52.4
CheckMental
77.4
56.7
CheckLive total67.6 vs 52.7+14.9New York Red Bulls II: 61.8 + 5.8 for home advantage = 67.6
More match signals
Over 3.573%
New York Red Bulls II (DNB)72%
New York Red Bulls II (−1)68%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between New York Red Bulls II and Philadelphia Union II?
CheckLive's analysis favors New York Red Bulls II to win the match, citing a 70% probability. The hosts boast a significant mental edge and a form rating of 61.1 compared to Philadelphia's 50.9, though the visitors have won seven of 11 H2H meetings.
Who has better form coming into this match?
New York Red Bulls II enter with a form rating of 61.1, higher than Philadelphia Union II's 50.9. This reflects a more consistent performance level, especially at home, despite a mixed record in their last five games. The hosts have scored 14 goals in five games, indicating attacking threat, while the visitors have managed only five.
Will both teams score in New York Red Bulls II vs Philadelphia Union II?
Both teams scoring is a strong possibility given H2H meetings average 4.7 goals. Both sides have leaky defenses, with New York conceding 15 in five games and Philadelphia six in five, suggesting a good chance of goals at both ends. The 1.8 average goal difference also points to close contests.
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 |