Philadelphia Union vs Orlando City Prediction 5 April 2025
πThe upcoming clash between Philadelphia Union and Orlando City promises to be an exhilarating showdown. Both teams have been showcasing vibrant attacking play, as evidenced by their recent performances. Philadelphia sit second in the standings and are in solid form, having won four of their last six matches. Orlando, currently in seventh place, are also in the hunt with three victories in their last five games, highlighting their fighting spirit. An intriguing battle is anticipated, with both sides eager to secure the best possible outcome.
Head-to-Head
πStatistical preview of official encounters between Philadelphia Union and Orlando City:
- 23 matches played;
- home wins - 9, away wins - 8, draws - 6;
- goal count - 42 to 33;
- average first-half total - 1.3, second-half - 1.96;
- average goals per match - 3.26.
The last game was held on 23 February 2025 at Orlando City's ground and ended in a 2-4 defeat for the hosts.
Head-to-head statistics Philadelphia Union - Orlando City

Philadelphia Union Team Overview
Philadelphia Union are sitting in second place in the league, consistently delighting their fans with high-scoring performances. Known for their attacking style, the team averages 2.17 goals per match. Tai Baribo is in excellent form, having already netted 6 goals. However, their defense leaves much to be desired, conceding an average of 1.33 goals per game. Off-season transfer policy missteps have taken their toll. In their last head-to-head with Orlando City, Philadelphia triumphed 4-2, adding extra motivation. The tight race for the top spot demands that the team maintain a high level of focus.
Match Results: Philadelphia Union

Orlando City Team Overview
Orlando City hold the seventh spot in the standings, showcasing an impressive ability to secure points even against formidable opponents. Over their last ten matches, the club has claimed victory five times, averaging 1.7 goals per game. However, they also have a tendency to concede, with around 1.4 goals finding their net per match. The team lacks balance and, crucially, a leader on the field who can rally them during challenging moments. Orlando occasionally struggles with physicality, as their players sometimes falter against faster opponents over extended periods.
Match Results: Orlando City
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 23;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 8, draws - 6.
Statistics: Philadelphia Union vs Orlando City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- number of wins: 4 vs 3;
- win percentage: 67% vs 50%;
- number of losses: 2 vs 2;
- number of draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 4 vs 5;
- number of losses: 5 vs 4;
- number of draws: 1 vs 1.
- Orlando City wins with a handicap of +1.5 in 18 of the last 19 MLS games.
- Orlando City wins with a handicap of +1.5 in each of their last 7 MLS away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.83, the guests - 1.43;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.26;
- both teams scored: overall - 17; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Philadelphia Union vs Orlando City
- average total in the tournament: 3.5 vs 4.5;
- average total goals scored: 2.17 vs 2.5;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.83 vs 1.17;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.33 vs 1.33;
- Philadelphia Union: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Orlando City: average total away in the tournament - 1.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 1.6) vs 1.7 (away - 1.25).
- Philadelphia Union scored in the 1st half in 6 of the last 7 home games against Orlando City.
Prediction on corners
Philadelphia Union: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.5; at home field - 7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6; at home field - 6.4.
Orlando City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.67, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.4; away - 3.75.
- There have been over 9.5 corners in each of the last 5 Philadelphia Union in the MLS games against Orlando City.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.56 (1.78 for home team and 1.78 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.19 (1.55 for home team and 2.64 for away team).
Philadelphia Union: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2; at home - 1.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; at home - 2.
Orlando City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.67, away - 1.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.5; away - 2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 23;
- both teams scored all-time - 17 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 7 times.
Statistics: Philadelphia Union vs Orlando City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union at home - 2 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Orlando City away - 3 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 8 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Orlando City away - 3 (75%).
- Philadelphia Union has scored and conceded in 13 of the last 14 games against Orlando City.
- Philadelphia Union has scored and conceded in 12 of the last 13 MLS games against Orlando City.
- Philadelphia Union has scored and conceded in each of their last 6 MLS home games against Orlando City.
- Orlando City has scored and conceded in each of their last 6 MLS games.
Editor's Prediction
Both teams are in fine form and boast strong attacking prowess, promising an exciting match with plenty of chances at both ends of the pitch. Considering current trends and the high-scoring nature of their past encounters, a total over 2.5 goals appears to be the most likely outcome. Alternatively, betting on both teams to score could be a viable option, as these sides frequently exchange goals with one another.