US Open Cup 2019 - D.C. United vs Philadelphia Union: Predictions, Odds and Roster Notes
Derek Blake - June 11, 2019
How to Watch
Where: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
When: Wednesday, June 12th at 7:00 PM EST
How: (TV) ESPN+. (Radio) D.C. United Radio: 106.7 FM, Philadelphia Union Radio: https://www.philadelphiaunion.com/fans/philadelphia-union-radio.
Team Notes
D.C. United
Through fifteen matches, D.C. United has a record of 7-4-4 (W-L-D) for twenty-five points.
D.C. United sit in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference, with 23 goals and 18 conceded.
D.C. United are 12-1 to win the MLS Championship in November.
Philadelphia Union
After 17 games, the Union have a record of 9-4-4 (W-L-D) with 31 goals scored and 20 goals conceded.
Philadelphia leads the MLS’ Eastern Conference with 31 points and goal-differential at plus-11.
The Union have 14-1 odds to take the MLS Championship title.
Goalie Notes
D.C. United: Bill Hamid (7-4-6, 1.06 goals allowed per game)
Bill Hamid has become one of the best keepers in MLS this season for D.C. United.
In Hamid’s last four starts, the keeper has allowed seven goals against 25 shots on goal.
- D.C.’s keeper’s save percentage has risen to a staggering 77.0%, best in the MLS.
- Hamid’s 1.06 goals against per game average is top five in MLS in 2019.
- Hamid has a whopping seven clean sheets this season for D.C. United.
Philadelphia Union: Andre Blake (5-4-3, 1.42 goals allowed per game)
In Blake’s last four starts, the Union keeper has allowed eight goals.
In Blake’s last start, against the Red Bulls, he allowed two goals against four shots on goal in the 3-2 win.
- Over Blake’s last four starts he has faced 20 shots on goal.
- Blake’s save percentage continues to drop this season, it stands at a year-long low of 53.7%.
- Blake has two clean sheets, although just one came at the full 90 minutes for the Union.
Players to Watch
D.C. United
D.C. United’s Wayne Rooney has eight goals in 16 appearances.
Rooney’s five assists lead the team with Leonardo Jara in second with four.
- Luciano Acosta has five goals for D.C in 17 appearances.
- Rooney is tied for the lead in the MLS with four game-winning goals.
- Acosta’s goal in the 67th minute forced a 1-1 draw against San Jose last week.
Philadelphia Union
Ilsinho, Jamiro Monteiro and Kacper Przybylko lead the Union with four goals each.
Ilsinho has five assists, with Haris Medunjanin and Kai Wagner tied for second with four assists for the Union.
- Przybylko has 34 shots with 15 on goal this year for Philadelphia.
- Five players on the Union have scored five total away goals this season.
- Monteiro has 16 shots on goal to lead the Union.
Last Five Games
D.C. United
- D.C. United has scored one or less goals in four of their last five games.
- D.C. has four points in their last five games.
- D.C. United is 0-1-4 in their last five matches.
Philadelphia Union
- The Union are 2-1-2 in their last five matches.
- The Union has scored five goals in their last two road games.
- Philadelphia has an even goal differential their last five games.
Game Odds D.C United vs Philadelphia Union
If you are in New Jersey you can bet on D.C United vs Philadelphia Union with BetStars NJ. Good luck!
Match
| Sportsbook | D.C United | Tie | Philadelphia Union | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BetStars NJ | +165 | +220 | +145 |
* 21+ | NJ only | If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER
Total
| Sportsbook | Over 2.5 | Under 2.5 | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetStars NJ | -133 | +100 |
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