The Philadelphia Union are set to host New York City FC in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the MLS Cup Playoffs on Sunday, November 23, 2025. The match kicks off at 7:45 PM ET at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania.
How to Watch:
The game will be available to watch on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV, with availability for Apple TV subscribers. Additionally, the game will be broadcast on FS1.
Odds:
As of November 23, 2025, Philadelphia Union are favored to win. RotoWire reports the following moneyline odds:
- Philadelphia Union Win: -120 (49.7%)
- Draw: +250 (26.0%)
- New York City FC Win: +275 (24.3%)
Oddschecker indicates slightly different odds:
- Philadelphia Union: 9/10
- Draw: 13/5
- New York City FC: 10/3
Preview:
The Philadelphia Union enter the match as the Supporters' Shield winners and top team in the Eastern Conference, while New York City FC finished fifth in the conference. In the first round, Philadelphia defeated the Chicago Fire, winning the first two games of the series. NYCFC, however, had a tougher series against Charlotte FC, requiring three games to advance.
Several factors point towards a Philadelphia Union victory. Philadelphia has a strong home record and has won the majority of recent encounters against NYCFC. They are also in excellent form, having won five of their last six matches in all competitions. Key players for Philadelphia include Tai Baribo and Bruno Damiani, who have been in prolific goal-scoring form. Philadelphia has been strong down the stretch: in their last 10 games they went 6-3-1, averaging about 1.8 goals scored, 4.3 shots on goal and 5.4 corners per game while giving up about 1.2 goals.
NYCFC faces significant challenges heading into the match. They will be missing several key players due to injury and suspension. Alonso Martínez, their leading scorer, is out with a knee injury, while Andrés Perea suffered a leg fracture. Additionally, Aiden O'Neill is suspended due to yellow card accumulation. In their last 10 are also 6-3-1, averaging 1.6 goals scored, 5.0 shots on goal and 5.1 corners while conceding roughly 1.3 goals.
Despite these absences, NYCFC still possesses dangerous players who can impact the game. Hannes Wolf has been a key contributor with goals and assists. Nicolas Fernandez has also shown promise. Goalkeeper Matt Freese, a former Union player, will be a familiar face in net for NYCFC.
Prediction:
Given Philadelphia's strong form, home advantage, and NYCFC's injury concerns, Philadelphia is favored to win. A 2-0 victory for the Union is a possible outcome.
