Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union is under the MLS spotlight this week, as the two teams will collide at Shell Energy Stadium on 20 July. Understandably, coach Ben Olsen’s players have a firm grasp on the three points, but will Daniel Gazdag’s former club emerge victorious in Texas? Stay tuned for the inside scoop on our essential Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union betting tips for more data.
Contents
- 1 Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union prediction: Dull affair at Shell Energy Stadium
- 2 Most recent H2Hs: Philly eye third win
- 3 Houston Dynamo team news and form: Home-field advantage key for Dynamo
- 4 Philadelphia Union team news and form: South African manager to count on the best
- 5 Player to watch: Indiana Vassilev
Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union prediction: Dull affair at Shell Energy Stadium
Key Stats
- Two of the last 10 games between the two teams resulted in under 0.5 total goals.
- Philly couldn’t score a goal at Shell Energy Stadium in three of their last four visits.
- The visitors have the best defensive record in the Eastern Conference, with only 21 goals conceded throughout 22 matches played.
Correct score prediction: Houston Dynamo 0-0 Philadelphia Union
11 years have passed since these two teams last shared the spoils via a goalless tie. However, we believe the chances for our top Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union prediction to succeed are good, as coach Bradley Carnell’s team has an outstanding backline.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Texas side slight favourites
- HOME: 3/2 (2.50) – 40.0%
- DRAW: 47/20 (3.35) – 29.9%
- AWAY: 37/20 (2.85) – 35.1%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
With a 4.9% advantage over Philadelphia Union in terms of win probability, Houston Dynamo are the expected winners, with odds priced at 3/2 (2.50). In the meantime, you should hear about our top Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union prediction’s chances. BTTS – No is a very likely outcome at Shell Energy stadium, as the odds are priced at 27/20 (2.35). This equates to a 42.6% implied probability.
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Most recent H2Hs: Philly eye third win
With two consecutive victories over Houston, you could say that Philadelphia Union have the upper hand.
USA MLS 31/07/22
Philadelphia Union
Houston Dynamo
USA MLS 11/08/19
Philadelphia Union
Houston Dynamo
USA US Open Cup 27/09/18
Houston Dynamo
Philadelphia Union
USA MLS 26/07/18
Houston Dynamo
Philadelphia Union
USA MLS 18/05/17
Philadelphia Union
Houston Dynamo
Houston Dynamo team news and form: Home-field advantage key for Dynamo
The home side’s 48-year-old coach will not be able to rely on some key players such as Nelson Quinones and Daniel Steres. However, Olsen does have plenty of quality players to pick from, so we should see the Texas club do well versus the Eastern Conference visitors.
Predicted lineup: Bond (GK), Escobar, Ortiz, Bartlow, Andrade, Raines, Artur, Ennali, Bassi, McGlynn & Ponce
USA MLS 11/05/25
L
Seattle Sounders
3
Houston Dynamo
1
USA US Open Cup 08/05/25
W
Phoenix Rising FC
1
Houston Dynamo
4
USA MLS 04/05/25
L
Los Angeles FC
2
Houston Dynamo
0
USA MLS 27/04/25
W
Austin FC
0
Houston Dynamo
2
USA MLS 20/04/25
D
Colorado Rapids
2
Houston Dynamo
2
Philadelphia Union team news and form: South African manager to count on the best
48-year-old manager Carnell has a positive 2-2-1 record against this opponent. Seeing as Ian Glavinovich is the only injured player for the visitors, we trust our top Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union prediction will succeed.
Predicted lineup: Blake (GK), Harriel, Glesnes, Makhanya, Wagner, Sullivan, Jacques, Lukic, Vassilev, Damiani & Baribo
USA MLS 10/05/25
D
Columbus Crew
2
Philadelphia Union
2
USA US Open Cup 07/05/25
W
Indy Eleven
1 (4)
Philadelphia Union
1 (5)
USA MLS 03/05/25
W
CF Montreal
1
Philadelphia Union
2
USA MLS 26/04/25
W
DC United
0
Philadelphia Union
3
USA MLS 19/04/25
W
Atlanta United
0
Philadelphia Union
3
Player to watch: Indiana Vassilev
Indiana Vassilev, a former St. Louis City player, scored for Philadelphia Union a couple of days ago. His 4th-minute opener paved the way to a vital win at Subaru Park versus the in-form New York Red Bulls.
Vassilev eager for more minutes
The 24-year-old winger has proven himself as one of the better performers in Major League Soccer over the years. Sure, with two goals and an assist in 21 league games for his new team, he could definitely do better, but we still believe his presence on the pitch at Subaru Park is a big plus for our Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union prediction.