Philadelphia Union are set to take on New England Revolution in the first round of MLS Cup playoffs on October 28 at Subaru Park.
Like the clash happening on the West coast between LAFC and Vancouver Whitecaps, the two sides last met on Decision Day -- one week from the time of kick-off -- with the Revs prevailing 2-1.
The two Northeastern clubs have a storied rivalry and will do battle for the 41st time but with much higher stakes at play. Given how the Union like to set up shop at home, this could be a defensive slugfest on Saturday afternoon in game one.
What time does Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution kick-off?
- Location: Chester, Pennsylvania
- Stadium: Subaru Park
- Date: Saturday 28 October
- Kick-off Time: 17:00 ET / 14:00 PT / 22:00 BST
- Referee: Pierre-Luc Lauziere
Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution H2H record
- Philadelphia Union: 21 wins
- New England Revolution: 11 wins
- Draws: 8
- Last meeting: New England Revolution 2-1 Philadelphia Union (MLS) - 21 October 2023
How to watch Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution on TV channel and live stream
Philadelphia Union team news
Olivier Mbaizo misses out with a hamstring injury and is expected to return to action in mid-November, while an ankle problem sees Matthew Neal unavailable for selection. He should be back in the mix near the end of November.
Philadelphia Union predicted lineup vs New England Revolution
Philadelphia Union predicted lineup vs New England Revolution (3-4-1-2): Blake; Glesnes, Elliot, Lowe; Harriel, Bedoya, McGlynn, Wagner; Gazdag; Carranza, Uhre.
New England Revolution team news
A head injury has Ian Harkes sidelined with a timetable to return in early November, while Damian Rivera is expected back in action in the middle of next month after recovering from a knee injury.
New England Revolution predicted lineup vs Philadelphia Union
New England Revolution predicted lineup vs Philadelphia Union (4-2-3-1): Jackson; Jones, Farell, Romney, Jones; Buck, Kaye; Chancalay, Gil, Boateng; Bou.
Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution score prediction
We more than likely won't see a high-scoring contest due to Philadelphia head coach Jim Curtin liking a more defensive brand of soccer. But both teams still have top-notch quality up front and will be eager to grab the first goal to take pressure off themselves.
It will be a close one but the Revs will have just enough to snatch game one away from the Union.
Prediction: Philadelphia Union 1-2 New England Revolution
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