Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for New England vs Philadelphia Union in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 00:30 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | New England vs Philadelphia Union |
|---|---|
| Competition | Major League Soccer |
| Date | Sunday, 10 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 00:30 BST |
| Venue | Gillette Stadium |
Match Prediction: New England 1-1 Philadelphia Union
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 20 Sep 2025 |  Philadelphia Union vs  New England |
1 – 0 | Subaru Park |
| Major League Soccer | 09 Mar 2025 | New England vs Philadelphia Union |
0 – 2 | Gillette Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 18 Jul 2024 | Philadelphia Union vs New England |
5 – 1 | Subaru Park |
| Major League Soccer | 19 May 2024 | New England vs Philadelphia Union |
0 – 3 | Gillette Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 09 Nov 2023 | New England vs Philadelphia Union |
0 – 1 | Gillette Stadium |
New England come into this with a strong recent run, having won four of their last five in all competitions and kept three clean sheets in that spell. That suggests they can make this a tight, controlled game at Gillette Stadium, especially with a settled-looking 4-2-3-1 behind them. Philadelphia Union have been harder to beat than to beat others, but their recent sequence includes three draws and a defeat, so they may need to be patient if New England control territory.
The head-to-head data leans towards Philadelphia Union, who have won four of the last five meetings, including the last three in a row. Even so, New England’s current form is better than Philadelphia’s, and the visitors’ recent 0-0s show they can be contained. Match Prediction: New England 1-1 Philadelphia Union
Form Guide & Team Overview
New England
New England arrive in good shape, with four wins and one draw from their last five league matches. They have beaten Charlotte, Atlanta United, Columbus Crew and DC United, while also drawing away at Inter Miami.
The results point to a side that is difficult to break down and capable of edging close games. Three clean sheets in five is a useful sign for bettors looking at a low-scoring contest.
New England Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 2 May 2026 | New England vs  Charlotte |
1 – 0 | W | Gillette Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 25 Apr 2026 |  Inter Miami vs New England |
1 – 1 | D | Chase Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 22 Apr 2026 |  Atlanta United vs New England |
1 – 2 | W | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 18 Apr 2026 | New England vs  Columbus Crew |
2 – 1 | W | Gillette Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 11 Apr 2026 | New England vs  DC United |
1 – 0 | W | Gillette Stadium |
Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia Union’s recent league form is more mixed, with one win, three draws and one defeat from their last five. They drew with Nashville SC and DC United, lost away to Columbus Crew, and shared a 3-3 draw with Toronto.
That run suggests they are not easy to put away, but they have not been as consistent as New England. The 0-0s and the 0-2 loss point to a side that can be contained if the opposition stays organised.
Philadelphia Union Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 2 May 2026 | Philadelphia Union vs  Nashville SC |
0 – 0 | D | Subaru Park |
| Major League Soccer | 25 Apr 2026 | Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union |
2 – 0 | L | Historic Crew Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 22 Apr 2026 |  Toronto vs Philadelphia Union |
3 – 3 | D | BMO Field |
| Major League Soccer | 18 Apr 2026 | Philadelphia Union vs DC United |
0 – 0 | D | Subaru Park |
| Major League Soccer | 11 Apr 2026 |  CF Montréal vs Philadelphia Union |
1 – 2 | W | Stade Saputo |
Team News & Injury Report
New England
- Matt Polster (Muscle Injury)
Philadelphia Union
- Jesús Bueno (Ankle Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
New England (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Matt Turner (Goalkeeper), Ethan Kohler (Defender), Mamadou Fofana (Defender), Peyton Miller (Defender), Will Sands (Defender), Alhassan Yusuf (Midfielder), Brooklyn Raines (Midfielder), Carles Gil (Midfielder), Griffin Yow (Midfielder), Luca Langoni (Midfielder), Dor Turgeman (Attacker)
New England’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a solid base in midfield, with Alhassan Yusuf and Brooklyn Raines helping to screen the defence. Carles Gil can then link play into the attacking line, with Dor Turgeman likely the main reference point up front.
Philadelphia Union (4-4-2)
Predicted lineup: Andre Blake (Goalkeeper), Frankie Westfield (Defender), Japhet Sery Larsen (Defender), Nathan Harriel (Defender), Olwethu Makhanya (Defender), Cavan Sullivan (Midfielder), Danley Jean Jacques (Midfielder), Indiana Vassilev (Midfielder), Jovan Lukić (Midfielder), Ezekiel Alladoh (Attacker), Milan Iloski (Attacker)
Philadelphia Union’s predicted 4-4-2 gives them two forwards to work off each other and keep New England’s back line occupied. With Cavan Sullivan and the wide midfielders supporting from deeper areas, they should have enough structure to stay compact and look for quick transitions.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| New England | Philadelphia Union | Text |
|---|---|---|
| New England | Philadelphia Union | Dor Turgeman will need to find space against Frankie Westfield if New England are to turn possession into chances. |
| New England | Philadelphia Union | Alhassan Yusuf’s duel with Cavan Sullivan could shape who controls the middle of the pitch. |
| New England | Philadelphia Union | Dor Turgeman is key for New England because he is the main attacking outlet in the predicted shape. |
| New England | Philadelphia Union | Ezekiel Alladoh is key for Philadelphia Union because he gives them a central forward threat in a two-man attack. |
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