US EditionPhiladelphia Union look for 20th win of season, take on New York City FC
Philadelphia Union aim to secure their 20th MLS win to maintain first place and strengthen their bid for the Supporters' Shield with 63 points, league leaders said.
- On Saturday, Philadelphia Union seek their 20th win of the MLS season against New York City FC in Chester, Pennsylvania at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
- Sitting four points clear, the Philadelphia Union would secure the Supporters' Shield with a win on Saturday, retaining their lead on Monday regardless.
- The Union's recent form shows them averaging 1.9 goals and allowing 1.2 per game, while Milan Iloski has two goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
- Missing Sullivan for the playoffs, the Union will also question Indiana Vassilev's availability after he was seen wearing a brace following the 6-0 win.
- New York City FC, third in the Eastern Conference, won the last meeting 1-0 and enter Saturday as +283 underdogs per BETMGM sportsbook odds.
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