Philadelphia Union desperately need points on Thursday, Jul 23 at 1:30 AM in the MLS. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Philadelphia Union come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5). New York Red Bulls, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 1D 1L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Philadelphia Union head into this on the back of a defeat, while New York Red Bulls arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours Philadelphia Union here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against New York Red Bulls, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Philadelphia Union won 0–1.

Verdict: New York Red Bulls's quality should tell even on the road. Philadelphia Union will push, but the visitors have too much class. New York Red Bulls to win.