Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union - Major League Soccer
Fixture Preview - 31 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Cincinnati hosts Philadelphia Union in what promises to be an intriguing Major League Soccer clash on Sunday. Cincinnati has shown strong form recently, securing four wins in their last five matches, which places them in a confident position heading into this fixture. Their home advantage at TQL Stadium cannot be overlooked, especially given their impressive head-to-head record against Philadelphia, winning eight of the last ten encounters. The attacking prowess of Cincinnati has been evident, with over 2.5 goals scored in seven of those meetings, suggesting a high-scoring affair could be on the cards. On the other hand, Philadelphia Union has struggled to find consistency, managing just two wins in their last five outings. Their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed, particularly in away matches, where they have conceded goals regularly. With both teams capable of finding the back of the net, the "Both Teams To Score" market could be worth considering. Cincinnati's current form and historical dominance make them the favourites, but Philadelphia will be eager to turn their fortunes around. Expect a competitive match with plenty of attacking intent.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Cincinnati | 27 | 16 | 4 | 7 | 52 |
| 1 |  San Diego | 27 | 16 | 4 | 7 | 52 |
| 2 |  Philadelphia Union | 27 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 51 |
| 2 |  Minnesota United | 27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 47 |
| 3 |  Nashville SC | 27 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 47 |
| 3 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 26 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 46 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2025 | Philadelphia Union | 4–1 | Cincinnati | Major League Soccer |
| February 7, 2025 | Cincinnati | 4–1 | Philadelphia Union | Club Friendlies 3 |
| October 19, 2024 | Philadelphia Union | 1–2 | Cincinnati | Major League Soccer |
| June 19, 2024 | Cincinnati | 4–3 | Philadelphia Union | Major League Soccer |
| February 9, 2024 | Cincinnati | 4–3 | Philadelphia Union | Club Friendlies 3 |
| November 26, 2023 | Cincinnati | 1–0 | Philadelphia Union | Major League Soccer |
| September 16, 2023 | Philadelphia Union | 2–2 | Cincinnati | Major League Soccer |
| April 8, 2023 | Cincinnati | 1–0 | Philadelphia Union | Major League Soccer |
| October 21, 2022 | Philadelphia Union | 1–0 | Cincinnati | Major League Soccer |
| August 6, 2022 | Cincinnati | 3–1 | Philadelphia Union | Major League Soccer |