🔊The clash between Toronto and Philadelphia Union promises to be a true spectacle. These two teams bring different dynamics to the field: the hosts are striving to get back on a winning track, while the visitors confidently lead the league. Every match is crucial for Toronto as they fight to reclaim their form and delight their fans at home. Philadelphia, on the other hand, aims to solidify their top spot. Both clubs have their strengths — the hosts boast excellent attacking potential, while the visitors are renowned for their strong defense and powerful offense.

Head-to-Head

The last official encounter between the teams took place on 14 July 2024 and ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that match (Toronto were the home side):

• possession percentage: 64% vs 36%;
• corners: 0 vs 3;
• fouls: 10 vs 11;
• yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
• shots on target: 3 vs 3.

📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Toronto and Philadelphia Union:

• 34 matches played;
• home wins – 15, away wins – 11, draws – 8;
• goals scored – 50 for Toronto, 52 for Philadelphia;
• average total in the 1st half – 1.32, in the 2nd half – 1.68;
• average total goals per match – 3.

Toronto Team Overview

The last official match took place on in the MLS, featuring Toronto at home against Nashville. The game concluded with a 1-2 scoreline.

Here are the match stats (Toronto vs Nashville):

• possession: 50% vs 50%;
• corners: 3 vs 6;
• fouls: 7 vs 9;
• yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
• shots on target: 3 vs 6.

Toronto are going through a rough patch, sitting 14th in the standings. The team have displayed inconsistent form, securing just three wins in their last ten matches. However, they possess a potentially dangerous attack and frequently find the net at home, making them a tough challenge for any opponent. Despite this, their defensive issues persist, with an average of 1.33 goals conceded per match. In their previous clash against Philadelphia, they managed a 2-1 victory, which could serve as motivation to replicate that success again.

Philadelphia Union Team Overview

The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, with Philadelphia Union hosting Inter Miami. The game ended in a 3-3 draw.

Here are the match statistics (Philadelphia Union vs Inter Miami):

• possession: 34% vs 66%;
• corners: 8 vs 6;
• fouls: 12 vs 10;
• yellow cards: 4 vs 3;
• shots on target: 7 vs 5.

Philadelphia Union sit at the top of the league, thanks to their consistent performances and effective attacking play—averaging two goals per match. The team is in excellent form, with seven wins in their last ten games speaking volumes. They also perform well on the road, with the total over 1.5 goals hitting in most cases. Their potent attacking lineup makes them a formidable opponent for any defense.

Latest news

Toronto

📝 After a fantastic victory over Montreal, Toronto suffered a loss to Nashville, albeit a respectable one. The opponents were significantly better, creating numerous chances, but Toronto held firm in defense until the very end. The lack of a backup plan was evident, as they simply didn't have one. From the opening minutes, Nashville put the Canadian side under immense pressure, forcing their defenders to merely fend off attacks. The goal conceded at the end of the match can be chalked up to the visitors' lack of focus, nothing more.

⚽️ Few players have scored more than two goals this season. It's genuinely difficult to single anyone out. Everyone is performing below their usual standards.

💊 Three of the club's defenders are currently injured. The most significant loss is Raoul Petretta. The absence of this key defender is felt in the team's game organization.

Philadelphia Union

📝 The last round was quite entertaining for the team, ending in a 3-3 draw with Inter Miami. Philadelphia were clearly the better side on the opponent's half, leading by two goals twice. However, their defensive play left much to be desired. Inter didn't have many chances but capitalized on the ones they did. Philadelphia need to tighten up at the back, as this shortcoming could prove costly in crucial matches.

⚽️ Add two more goals to Tai Baribo's tally. The Israeli continues his scoring spree, netting some spectacular goals.

💊 Andre Blake remains sidelined. He's the first-choice goalkeeper, and there are concerns about his replacement.

Prediction on the outcome

H2H:

• number of encounters – 34;
• home team wins – 15, away team wins – 11, draws – 8.

Statistics: Toronto vs Philadelphia Union

• matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
• wins: 3 vs 9;
• win percentage: 20% vs 60%;
• losses: 8 vs 3;
• draws: 4 vs 3.

Last 10 matches:

• wins: 3 vs 7;
• losses: 5 vs 1;
• draws: 2 vs 2.

Prediction on the over/under

H2H

• today's home team scores on average - 1.47, the guests - 1.53;
• average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
• both teams scored: overall - 21; at the home team's field - 13.

Statistics: Toronto vs Philadelphia Union

• average total in the tournament: 2.47 vs 3.13;
• average total goals scored: 1.13 vs 2;
• average total in the 1st half: 0.47 vs 0.73;
• average total in the 2nd half: 0.67 vs 1.27;
• Toronto: average total at home in the tournament -  0.5;
• Philadelphia Union: average total away in the tournament - 1.67;
• last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 0.71) vs 2.2 (away - 1).

• Over 2.5 goals scored in 11 of last 12 Toronto games against Philadelphia Union (MLS).
• Over 2.5 goals scored in last 9 Toronto home games against Philadelphia Union (MLS).
• Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Philadelphia Union games (MLS).

Prediction on corners

Toronto: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.27; at home field - 3.5;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3; at home field - 3.29.

Philadelphia Union: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.07, away - 5.33;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; away - 4.67.

Prediction on cards

H2H

• average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.52 (1.26 for home team and 1.26 for away team);
• average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.47 (1.29 for home team and 1.18 for away team).

Toronto: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.53; at home - 1;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.7; at home - 1.43.

Philadelphia Union: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.33, away - 2.5;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; away - 2.67.

Prediction on BTTS

H2H:

• number of encounters – 34;
• both teams scored all-time - 21 times;
• on the home team’s field - 13 times.

Statistics: Toronto vs Philadelphia Union

• number of matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
• number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 7 vs 8;
• number of BTTS matches for Toronto at home – 2 (25%);
• number of BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union away – 3 (50%).

Last 10 matches:

• number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 6;
• BTTS matches for Toronto at home – 2 (29%);
• BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union away – 1 (33%).

• Toronto have scored and conceded in last 6 home games against Philadelphia Union (MLS).
• Philadelphia Union have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games.