On Wednesday, October 2nd, at 7:30 PM, Orlando City SC (13-11-7, 4th in Eastern Conference) will host the Philadelphia Union (9-12-10, 9th in Eastern Conference) at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, FL. The line for an Orlando City win is -150.0 compared to +350.0 for a Philadelphia win. The payout for a draw is sitting at +310.0, and the over/under goal line is 3.5 goals. This match features two teams from the Eastern Conference and is being played in Orlando.
Philadelphia Union vs. Orlando City SC Matchup At A Glance
- Teams: Philadelphia Union at Orlando City SC
- Where: Orlando, FL at Inter&Co Stadium
- Date: Wednesday, October 2nd
- Betting Odds ORL -150.0 | PHI +350.0 O/U 3.5
Philadelphia Union Preview
The Philadelphia Union are set to take on Orlando City SC on the road. So far this season, the Union have gone 9-12-10, putting them 9th in the Eastern Conference. They have been favored in 17 matches, going 5-7-5 in those contests. Over their last five matches, Philadelphia has gone 3-1-1. Following this match, they will take on the Columbus Crew on the road on October 5th.
The Philadelphia Union have been one of the more efficient offensive teams in the MLS this season, ranking 6th in goals scored at 1.9 per match. They have taken more shots on goal than their season average in five straight matches, and their 5.7 shots on goal per match is 4th in the league. Dániel Gazdag is their top scorer this season, ranking 5th in the MLS with 17 goals. He also leads the team in shots on goal, while Kai Wagner is their leader in assists.
Over the last six matches, the Philadelphia Union defense has given up an average of 1.0 goals per match. This includes a shutout against D.C. United and a match against the top-ranked offense in Inter Miami CF where they gave up three goals. On the season, they are 17th in goals allowed per match at 1.5. Keeper Oliver Semmle is 29th in MLS with three clean sheets and 29th in saves. They are 8th in blocked shots and 7th in interceptions. They are also 5th in fouls committed.
Orlando City SC Preview
Through 31 matches, Orlando City SC has a record of 13-11-7, putting them in 4th place in the Eastern Conference. Overall, they have been slightly better on the road, going 7-6-3 compared to 6-5-4 at home. Over their last five matches, they have gone 4-1, with their only loss coming against the 2nd-ranked team in the Eastern Conference, the Columbus Crew. After this match, they will hit the road to take on FC Cincinnati on October 5th. In the standings, they are just one point behind the Vancouver Whitecaps FC and one point ahead of the Portland Timbers.
Orlando City SC's offense has been solid this season, as they are 12th in MLS with 1.6 goals per match. They have scored more than their season average in five straight matches. Facundo Torres is their top scorer, as he is 19th in MLS with 13 goals. He also leads the club in shots on goal. Martín Ojeda is their leader in assists, as his nine assists are 12th in MLS. He also has three goals this season.
Heading into their match against the Philadelphia Union, the Orlando City SC defense is 13th in MLS in goals allowed per match (1.5). However, they have been playing better of late, giving up just one goal to FC Dallas on September 29th. Overall, they have given up just nine goals over their last seven matches (1.3). Keeper Pedro Gallese is 6th in MLS with eight clean sheets this season.
Philadelphia Union vs. Orlando City SC Head To Head
Orlando City SC and the Philadelphia Union will meet for the second time this season on Saturday. Orlando City won the first matchup, 3-2. Philadelphia had more shots on goal in that match, but Orlando City was able to come away with the victory.
Philadelphia Union vs Orlando City SC Free Pick
Looking at how we expect this match between the Philadelphia Union and Orlando City SC to play out, we are going to take Orlando City on the money line at -150.0. Our projections have Orlando's Luis Muriel as the top goal scorer for the match, and they are also expected to have the edge in shots on goal and interceptions. Coming into the match, Orlando has been the better offensive team, both in terms of goals scored and shooting percentage.
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Pick: Orlando City SC -150.0
