The MLS Week 22 clash between Philadelphia Union and New York Red Bulls kicks off on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for 7:30 PM ET / 12:30 AM UK, this high-stakes Eastern Conference fixture features two playoff hopefuls with contrasting momentum and a long-standing rivalry. With Philadelphia aiming to bounce back from consecutive defeats and NYRB seeking their first win in five matches, expect a tense and tactical battle.
Team Form & Standings
Philadelphia Union
Position: 3rd in Eastern Conference (40 points)
Last 5 MLS Matches: W–W–L–L–D
Home Record: Unbeaten in last 8 home games (6W–2D)
Goals Scored: 35 Goals Conceded: 21
The Union have slipped from the top of the Supporters’ Shield race after back-to-back 1–0 losses to Columbus and Nashville. However, their form at Subaru Park remains dominant, with just one home defeat all season. Tai Baribo (13 goals) returned from injury last week and could start, while Quinn Sullivan (6 assists) continues to be the creative engine.
New York Red Bulls
Position: 7th in Eastern Conference (31 points)
Last 5 MLS Matches: W–D–D–D–L
Away Record: 1W–6L–4D in 11 road games
Goals Scored: 33 Goals Conceded: 25
NYRB are winless in their last four matches, drawing three straight despite scoring first in each. Their inability to close out games and poor road form are major concerns. Emil Forsberg (7 goals, 5 assists) remains their most dangerous threat, while Choupo-Moting (8 goals) adds firepower up front.
Predicted Lineups & Key Players
Philadelphia Union (Coach: Bradley Carnell)
Predicted XI: Blake; Bedoya, Makhanya, Glesnes, Wagner; Vassilev, Lukic, Bueno, Bender; Damiani, Baribo
Key Absences: Mikael Uhre, Francis Westfield, Ian Glavinovich (injuries)
Player to Watch: Tai Baribo – lethal finisher, back from calf injury
New York Red Bulls (Coach: Sandro Schwarz)
Predicted XI: Coronel; Valencia, Eile, S. Nealis, D. Nealis; Duncan, Stroud, Carballo, Ngoma; Sofo, Choupo-Moting, Forsberg
Key Absences: Raheem Edwards (suspended), Cameron Harper, Lewis Morgan (injuries)
Player to Watch: Emil Forsberg – playmaker with elite vision and set-piece threat
Tactical Matchup & Betting Trends
Philadelphia Strengths: Home dominance, defensive structure, set-piece efficiency
NYRB Weaknesses: Road struggles, late-game lapses, inconsistent midfield transitions
Betting Tip:
Philadelphia are unbeaten in their last 14 meetings with NYRB (10W–4D), including eight straight at home. The last 10 matchups have averaged just 1.9 goals per game, suggesting a tight, low-scoring affair.
Match Details
Fixture: Philadelphia Union vs New York Red Bulls
Date: Saturday, July 13, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM ET / 12:30 AM UK
Venue: Subaru Park, Chester, PA
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MATCH ODDS
Philadelphia Union – 125 Draw + 265 New York Red Bulls + 300
Over 2.5 – 125 Under 2.5 + 100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 11, 2025
