Philadelphia Union defeat New York City FC 3-2: Match Recap & Betting Results
Sun, Aug 16, 2026 · MLS · Philadelphia Union 3, New York City FC 2
Philadelphia Union beat New York City FC 3-2 on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Yankee Stadium. The match went over the closing total of 2.5, with 5 goals combined.
Philadelphia Union vs. New York City FC final score and match recap
Philadelphia Union won by 1 goal.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia Union): 2 goals.
- Cavan Sullivan (Philadelphia Union): 2 assists.
- Luighi Hanri (New York City FC): 1 goal.
- Bénie Traoré (New York City FC): 1 goal.
Did Philadelphia Union vs. New York City FC go over or under the goals total?
The match went over: 5 goals combined against a closing total of 2.5, over by 2.5.
Philadelphia Union vs. New York City FC odds: sportsbook value and line movement
Shortly before kickoff, the consensus three-way moneyline had Philadelphia Union at +134, the draw at +257 and New York City FC at +177. With the bookmaker's margin removed, that made it Philadelphia Union 40%, the draw 26% and New York City FC 34%. Philadelphia Union won as the favorite at +134: $134 profit on a $100 bet.
Philadelphia Union and New York City FC betting trends: 2026 season
This result left Philadelphia Union with 5 wins, 4 draws and 10 losses in the 2026 season. Their matches went over the closing total 12 times and under 7 times. That made it four straight wins for Philadelphia Union.
This result left New York City FC with 7 wins, 5 draws and 7 losses in the 2026 season. Their matches went over the closing total 11 times and under 8 times.
What's next for Philadelphia Union and New York City FC?
Next for Philadelphia Union: Inter Miami CF at home on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Next for New York City FC: at FC Cincinnati on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.