Los Angeles FC vs Philadelphia Union, MLS 2026 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Los Angeles FC vs Philadelphia Union — MLS at Banc of California Stadium.
- Los Angeles FC 19 games · 34 pts (2026/26)
- Philadelphia Union 18 games · 16 pts (2026/26)
Match Details
- Referee Corey Rockwell
- Referee Jeremy Hanson
- Referee Chris Penso
- Referee Alex Chilowicz
- Referee Timothy Ford
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 18 | 40 |
| 2 | Internacional CF Miami | 18 | 38 |
| 3 | New England Revolution | 18 | 30 |
| 4 | Chicago Fire FC | 17 | 29 |
| 5 | New York City FC | 18 | 26 |
| 6 | FC Cincinnati | 18 | 26 |
| 7 | Charlotte FC | 18 | 25 |
| 8 | New York Red Bulls | 18 | 25 |
| 9 | D.C. United SC | 18 | 23 |
| 10 | Columbus Crew SC | 18 | 20 |
| 11 | Orlando City SC | 18 | 20 |
| 12 | Toronto FC | 18 | 17 |
| 13 | Philadelphia Union | 18 | 16 |
| 14 | Montreal Impact FC | 18 | 16 |
| 15 | Atlanta United FC | 18 | 12 |
| 16 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 17 | 34 |
| 17 | Los Angeles FC | 19 | 34 |
| 18 | San Jose Earthquakes | 18 | 33 |
| 19 | Houston Dynamo | 18 | 32 |
| 20 | FC Dallas | 18 | 27 |
| 21 | Real Salt Lake | 17 | 27 |
| 22 | St. Louis City | 18 | 26 |
| 23 | Portland Timbers | 18 | 24 |
| 24 | Seattle Sounders FC | 17 | 24 |
| 25 | Minnesota United FC | 18 | 24 |
| 26 | Colorado Rapids SC | 18 | 22 |
| 27 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 19 | 22 |
| 28 | San Diego FC | 18 | 21 |
| 29 | Austin FC | 18 | 17 |
| 30 | Sporting Kansas City | 18 | 14 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Mar | Philadelphia Union | H | 3–3 | D |
| 01 Mar | Internacional CF Miami | H | 1–0 | W |
| 06 Oct | Colorado Rapids SC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 29 Sep | Minnesota United FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 26 Sep | Houston Dynamo | H | 3–1 | W |
| 22 Sep | Toronto FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Mar | Los Angeles FC | A | 3–3 | D |
| 29 Feb | FC Dallas | A | 0–2 | L |
| 25 Oct | Atlanta United FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 20 Oct | New York Red Bulls | H | 4–3 | W |
| 06 Oct | New York City FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 29 Sep | Columbus Crew SC | A | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| Los Angeles FC | Philadelphia Union | |
|---|---|---|
| #17 | Position | #13 |
| 34 | Points | 16 |
| 19 | Played | 18 |
| 10 / 4 / 5 | W / D / L | 4 / 4 / 10 |
| 35 | Scored | 25 |
| 19 | Conceded | 33 |
| +16 | GD | -8 |
| 1.79 | PPG | 0.89 |
| 53% | Win % | 22% |
Key Stats
83%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (6 games)
H2H (6 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
55%
Clean Sheets
Los Angeles FC this season
Los Angeles FC this season
22%
Clean Sheets
Philadelphia Union this season
Philadelphia Union this season
Los Angeles FC are 17th (34 pts). Philadelphia Union are 13th (16 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Los Angeles FC
0-15
3/3
16-30
5/2
31-45
7/2
46-60
2/5
61-75
4/2
76+
4/5
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Philadelphia Union
0-15
3/3
16-30
1/5
31-45
3/3
46-60
3/1
61-75
4/2
76+
4/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Los Angeles FC
| Denis Bouanga | 8 G | 2 A |
| Esteban David Martinez | 4 G |
Philadelphia Union
| Milan Iloski | 8 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The referee blows the starting whistle. The fans are roaring. The teams are ready for the match. Los Angeles FC is hosting Philadelphia Union for another epic battle.
- 5' Philadelphia Union fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 10' Mark-Anthony Kaye has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 22 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 15' The travelling Philadelphia Union supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 20' Philadelphia Union is showing some good football. However, Philadelphia Union are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 25' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 29' Sergio Santos is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 33' It’s a booking for Philadelphia Union player. Ray Gaddis gets a Yellow card.
- 38' Carlos Vela adds to his 0 season tally! Los Angeles FC lead 1-1 — and this changes everything.
- 43' Philadelphia Union player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 45' A moment of madness from Diego Palacios on 45 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Los Angeles FC will be frustrated.
- 48' Jakob Glesnes adds to his 0 season tally! Philadelphia Union lead 1-2 — and this changes everything.
- 49' Against the run of play, Diego Rossi has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 54' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 59' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 64' A quiet spell here at Banc of California Stadium. Los Angeles FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 69' Los Angeles FC make a change. Mark-Anthony Kaye trudges off to be replaced by Bryce Duke on 69 minutes.
- 69' Sensational shot from Brenden Aaronson. Philadelphia Union is back in the lead.
- 71' A goal from the Colombia international Eddie Segura! He fires home on 71 to make it 3-3!
- 72' Ilsinho has so much to prove this time. He replaces Sergio Santos on 72 minute.
- 72' Eddie Segura adds to his 0 season tally! Los Angeles FC lead 4-3 — and this changes everything.
- 73' Fresh legs for Los Angeles FC! Francisco Ginella comes on to replace Dejan Jakovic.
- 78' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 81' Mohamed El Mounir gets the nod from Los Angeles FC. He replaces Diego Palacios and will look to change the dynamic.
- 84' The Philadelphia Union bench stirs into life. Alejandro Bedoya is withdrawn and Anthony Fontana gets his opportunity.
- 89' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 90' Another change for Philadelphia Union made on 90 minute. Jose Martinez leaves to be changed by Jack Elliott.
- 90' Anthony Fontana is having his name booked by the referee on 90.
- It finishes all square. Los Angeles FC and Philadelphia Union share the spoils 3-3.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 12
- 1
- 10
- 20
- 9
- 7
- 5
-
14
Mark-Anthony Kaye ↓ Bryce Duke 69'
- 27
- 4
- 17
Bench
- 2
-
13
Mohamed El Mounir ↑ 81'
- 23
- 15
- 26
-
8
Francisco Ginella ↑ 73'
-
19
Bryce Duke ↑ 69'
Coach
Bob Bradley
Philadelphia Union Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 18
- 11
- 28
- 4
- 32
- 22
-
17
Sergio Santos ↓ Ilsinho 72'
- 23
- 8
- 5
Bench
- 7
-
3
Jack Elliott ↑ 90'
-
21
Anthony Fontana ↑ 84'
-
25
Ilsinho ↑ 72'
- 15
- 12
- 20
Coach
Jim Curtin
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Adama Diomande | 3 |
| Adama Diomande | 3 |
| Carlos Vela | 2 |
| Eddie Segura | 2 |
| Latif Blessing | 1 |
| Julian Carranza | 1 |
| Fafa Picault | 1 |
| Daniel Gazdag | 1 |
Head to Head
Los Angeles FC Form
Philadelphia Union Form
2020-03-09
Los Angeles FC
3–3
Philadelphia Union
D
2020-02-29
FC Dallas
2–0
Philadelphia Union
L
2019-10-25
Atlanta United FC
2–0
Philadelphia Union
L
2019-10-20
Philadelphia Union
4–3
New York Red Bulls
W
2019-10-06
Philadelphia Union
1–2
New York City FC
L
2019-09-29
Columbus Crew SC
2–0
Philadelphia Union
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
2.48
Los Angeles FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.11
Philadelphia Union xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 68% + Los Angeles FC to win 62%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.59
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 87% |
|
13% |
| ± 2.5 | 68% |
|
32% |
| ± 3.5 | 47% |
|
53% |
| ± 4.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
Double Chance
Los Angeles FC or Draw
83%
Draw or Philadelphia Union
38%
Los Angeles FC or Philadelphia Union
80%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–3 not predicted3 – 3Actual
2 – 1
9.1%
2 – 0
8.5%
1 – 1
8.4%
3 – 1
7.5%
3 – 0
6.8%
1 – 0
6.5%
2 – 2
5%
4 – 1
4.7%
4 – 0
4.2%
3 – 2
4.2%
1 – 2
4.1%
0 – 0
4%
Asian Handicap — Los Angeles FC
| Handicap | Los Angeles FC covers | Push | Philadelphia Union covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 25% | — | 75% |
| -2 | 25% | 19% | 55% |
| -1.5 | 45% | — | 55% |
| -1 | 45% | 21% | 34% |
| -0.5 | 66% | — | 34% |
| +0.5 | 85% | — | 15% |
| +1 | 85% | 9% | 6% |
| +1.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
| +2 | 94% | 4% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
Los Angeles FC keeps clean sheet
33%
✓
Philadelphia Union keeps clean sheet
9%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.