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MLS Preview: FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union Prediction, Odds, and Picks (Nov 25)

  • Annie Adkins
  • Nov 9, 2023 at 3:07 AM EST

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Analysis & key factors

  • FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union is a duel of the 2023 MLS Eastern Conference Semifinals.
  • FC Cincinnati is the team that won the MLS Supporters Shield in the 2023 regular season.
  • Philadelphia Union is one of the most valuable teams in the MLS this season.

FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union is one of the 2023 MLS Eastern Conference semifinals. The first leg is on the program on Saturday, November 25, at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio.

The 2023 MLS Playoff odds see Cincy as one of the top favorites for winning the MLS Cup, which is why it’s no surprise these guys are expected to beat the Union in the Conference Semis.

But winning the first game won’t be easy for Pat Noonan’s men as you’ll learn in our FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union prediction piece.


How to Watch

  • When: Saturday, November 25, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. ET
  • Where: TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio
  • How to Watch: Apple TV

Odds

Game ResultOdds
FC Cincinnati
Draw
Philadelphia Union

Game Preview

FC Cincinnati is the winner of the 2023 MLS Supporters Shield, having won more points than any other team in the regular season. Pat Noonan’s boys went 20-9-5, collecting 69 points.

Almost 60% of their points in the regular season, FC Cincinnati won at TQL Stadium, which is where they welcome the Philadelphia Union in the first leg of the 2023 Eastern Conference Semifinals.

In their most recent game, the Ohioans destroyed the New York Red Bulls 3-0. But the Union is a much tougher team than the Red Bulls. Actually, Transfermarkt puts Philly in the No. 4 place on the list of the most valuable MLS teams in 2023. FC Cincinnati is three positions lower.

The Union isn’t famous for being great on the road, but in their most recent away game, they defeated the New England Revolution 1-0.


FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union Prediction

FC Cincinnati’s players are in great shape, but more importantly, the first game of the 2023 Eastern Conference Semifinal against the Philadelphia Union is played on their turf. At home, they look unstoppable, which is why anything but a relatively easy win for Cincy would be a surprise.

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