Henry Roldán
This Saturday, get ready for a thrilling matchday 9 in the MLS as Philadelphia Union vs Toronto FC face each other in a direct clash in the Eastern Conference.
The Philadelphia team is not going through a good moment and is coming off a 2-2 draw at the home of the Chicago Fire while the Canadians also drew 2-2 against Atlanta United. Without further ado, at JefeBet we bring you the best odds and preview of the match between Philadelphia Union vs Toronto FC.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Philadelphia Union vs Toronto FC MLS Matchday 9 Game on April 22, 2023
- Where: Subaru Park, Chester, Philadelphia.
- When: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 7:30 PM ET
- Moneyline: Philadelphia Union (+185) / Tie (+235) / Toronto FC (+130).
- Asian Handicap: Philadelphia Union (AH -1.0, -105) / Toronto FC (AH +1.0, -135)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-130) / Under (+100)
- Both teams score: Yes (-125) / No (-105)
All odds are provided by DraftKings.
Betting on Philadelphia Union
After losing last season’s final, it was expected that the Philadelphia Union team would start this new edition of the MLS eager to redeem itself. However, things have not gone quite as planned for Jim Curtin’s team.
In the midst of a five-game winless streak, Philadelphia is currently outside the postseason positions in the Eastern Conference, sitting in tenth place with eight points, three points behind Orlando City that occupies seventh place.
Although the team started with two wins in the first three matchdays, conceding eight goals in the last five matches has been the key to only accumulating two points in that span. Nevertheless, the team’s performance in the CONCACAF Champions has differed. In that competition, the team has already reached the semifinals, facing off against its all-time rival, Los Angeles FC, after scoring seven goals and conceding only two in four matches.
Possible Lineup (4-3-1-2): Andre Blake; Olivier Mbaizo, Jakob Glesnes, Jack Elliott, Real Matthew; Jose Martinez, Leon Flach, Alejandro Bedoya; Daniel Gazdag; Julian Carranza; Mikael Uhre.
Betting on Toronto FC
Despite only losing once in its first eight matches, Toronto FC is just outside the playoff positions in the Eastern Conference due to its ineffective leadership.
The team has recorded six draws, of which no other team in the league has as many. Moreover, its last four matches have all ended in a draw, and after losing to D.C. United in the opening match, it has only managed to win 2-0 over Inter Miami.
Even if not losing is important, the team will need to star winning matches if it wants to compete for the top spots in the standings. With only nine points, Toronto FC is currently in ninth place in the Conference, recording 10 goals for and 9 against.
Possible Lineup (4-3-3): Sean Johnson; Richie Laryea, Matt Hedges, Sigurd Rosted, Raoul Petretta; Brandon Servania, Michael Bradley, Mark Kaye; Federico Bernardeschi, Deandre Kerr, Jonathan Osorio.
JefeBet Prediction
The Philadelphia Union team can perform better than what it has shown so far, and this Saturday it will have a good opportunity to get back to its winning ways after some tough matchdays.
Good news for the team is that in its last three head-to-head matches against Toronto FC at home, the team managed to achieve a resounding win with 12 goals in favor and none against.
Moreover, the Canadians have had many problems sealing the deal this season, and in four away matches, the team has registered three draws and one defeat. That’s why, at JefeBet, we predict a home team win.
Prediction: Philadelphia Union Moneyline (PHI 2 – TOR 1).
Bet on the above prediction or the one of your choice, and get a free instant bonus by clicking on the banner below this text.
Offer for US Residents
[the_ad_placement id=”articles-draftkings”]
Offer for Residents in Chile
[the_ad_placement id=”articles-draftkings”]
Not in Chile or the USA? Play now!
[the_ad_placement id=”articles-draftkings”]
