Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Prediction 26 June 2025
πThe upcoming match between Chicago Fire and Philadelphia Union promises an exciting clash. Both teams have been showcasing impressive scoring prowess: Chicago regularly finds themselves in high-scoring games, with a style heavily focused on offense. Meanwhile, Philadelphia are in excellent form, confidently sitting at the top of the table. The intrigue is heightened by the fact that both clubs have the potential to surprise - Chicago often delivers thrilling performances at home, albeit with few victories, while the visitors consistently maintain a high level of play on the road.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 04 July 2024 and ended with a 4-3 scoreline. Here's the comparative statistics from that encounter (home team - Chicago Fire):
- possession percentage: 47% vs 53%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 1;
- fouls: 11 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 10 vs 6.
πStatistical preview of official encounters between Chicago Fire and Philadelphia Union:
- 36 matches played;
- home wins - 11, away wins - 16, draws - 9;
- goals scored - 51 by Chicago, 61 by Philadelphia;
- average goals in the first half - 1.31, in the second half - 1.81;
- average total goals per match - 3.11.
Head-to-head statistics Chicago Fire - Philadelphia Union
Chicago Fire Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with Chicago Fire hosting Nashville. The game concluded with a 0-2 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Chicago Fire vs Nashville):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 4;
- fouls: 7 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 5;
- shots on target: 7 vs 3.
Chicago Fire sit mid-table, showing a rollercoaster of form. The team boasts a potent attacking force, averaging over two goals per match. However, their defense is less reliable, conceding a significant number of goals as well. The Fire struggle with consistency at home, having won just one of their last nine home games. Their most recent clash with Philadelphia ended in a 4-3 victory for the hosts, highlighting the unpredictable nature of this opponent.
Match Results: Chicago Fire
Philadelphia Union Team Overview
The last official match for the visitors took place on in the MLS, featuring Philadelphia Union as the home team and Charlotte as the visitors. The match concluded with a scoreline of 2-1.
Here are the match statistics (Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte):
- possession percentage: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 17 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 2.
Philadelphia Union have been impressive this season, rightfully sitting at the top of the league. Their solid defense and effective counter-attacks have kept them unbeaten in their last ten matches. On the road, they maintain a strong performance, favoring a defensive strategy with minimal errors. While away games often yield fewer goals (under 3.5), this approach only makes them a more formidable opponent for any team.
Match Results: Philadelphia Union
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Chicago Fire
π The team exemplifies inconsistency. It's hard to predict what Chicago will bring to their next game. They might score seven goals in one match, yet fail to create any chances in the next, as seen in the clash with Nashville, where their finishing let them down. Playing like this won't get them very far, unfortunately.
β½οΈ Let's highlight Jonathan Bamba. The forward has been solid this season and boasts impressive stats.
π There are no significant losses for the club.
Philadelphia Union
π Philadelphia are the most balanced team in the league and are set to make waves in the playoffs. Their strength lies in maximizing output from a minimal number of scoring opportunities. While they often concede, not every opponent can capitalize on this vulnerability. Charlotte failed to do so in the last round, with Philadelphia clinching a 2-1 victory.
β½οΈ Thai Baribo, with 13 goals, is the club's top scorer and simultaneously their most significant loss. The Israeli forward is sidelined with an injury and will miss the upcoming match.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 36;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 6; for visitors away - 7; number of draws - 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.31;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.56, while the visitors net 0.75.
First-Half Stats: Chicago Fire (home) vs Philadelphia Union (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 8;
- wins: 2 (28.57%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 1 (14.29%) vs 1 (12.5%);
- draws: 4 (57.14%) vs 7 (87.5%);
- Average goals scored: 1 vs 0.63;
- Average goals conceded: 0.43 vs 0.38.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 7 vs 5;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 2 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.9 (scored - 1.3, conceded - 0.6) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.3).
- Chicago Fire scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- home team wins - 11, away team wins - 16, draws - 9.
Statistics: Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union
- matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 18;
- wins: 7 vs 11;
- win percentage: 41% vs 61%;
- losses: 6 vs 3;
- draws: 4 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 7;
- losses: 3 vs 0;
- draws: 1 vs 3.
- Chicago Fire have not won in 8 of last 9 home games (MLS).
- Philadelphia Union have not lost in last 12 games.
- Philadelphia Union have not lost in last 10 games (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.42, the guests - 1.69;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.11;
- both teams scored: overall - 22; at the home team's field - 10.
Statistics: Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union
- average total in the tournament: 3.88 vs 2.94;
- average total goals scored: 2.06 vs 1.89;
- average total in the 1st half: 1.12 vs 0.67;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.94 vs 1.22;
- Chicago Fire: average total at home in the tournament - 1;
- Philadelphia Union: average total away in the tournament - 1.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.6 (home - 1.5) vs 2 (away - 1.25).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Chicago Fire games.
Prediction on corners
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.35; at home field - 5.71;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 7.75.
Philadelphia Union: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.61, away - 6.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.3; away - 7.
- Over 9.5 corners in 8 of last 9 Chicago Fire games.
- Over 9.5 corners in last 7 Chicago Fire games (MLS).
- Over 9.5 corners in last 6 Philadelphia Union games (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.78 (1.39 for home team and 1.39 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.56 (1.28 for home team and 1.28 for away team).
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.18; at home - 2.29;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; at home - 1.75.
Philadelphia Union: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.33, away - 2.25;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 2.25.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- both teams scored all-time - 22 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 10 times.
Statistics: Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union
- number of matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 18;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 14 vs 10;
- number of BTTS matches for Chicago Fire at home - 4 (57%);
- number of BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union away - 4 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Chicago Fire at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union away - 2 (50%).
- Chicago Fire have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games.
β Editorial Prediction
Based on current trends and team statistics, we can anticipate a tense matchup with a high likelihood of both teams finding the back of the net. Chicago deliver a strong offensive game at home, while the visitors remain remarkably resilient on the road, thanks to their disciplined defensive approach without sacrificing attacking flair. Considering all factors, we recommend betting on Philadelphia Union to avoid defeat, a prediction supported by recent trends of both teams.
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