Philadelphia Union face Toronto FC at Subaru Park, Chester on Saturday, Nov 7 at 10:00 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the MLS, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Philadelphia Union come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5). Toronto FC travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Philadelphia Union and Toronto FC have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–4D–3W). Their last encounter ended in a 3–3 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Philadelphia Union win or a draw looks most likely.