New York City FC - Philadelphia Union
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New York City FC host Philadelphia Union at Yankee Stadium on Monday, 17 August 2026, for matchday 19 of the Major League Soccer season. The home side will be looking to build on a recent revival that has seen them secure two wins from their last three league outings, including a 3-1 victory over Chicago Fire FC. However, they face a Philadelphia Union team in strong recent form, having won their last three matches in all competitions, most recently a 3-2 home win against Atlanta United.
New York City FC will be without Nicolas Fernandez due to suspension, while Raul and Maxi Moralez are out injured. The expected starting XI for Philadelphia Union features a forward line of Ezekiel Alladoh, Bruno Damiani, and Indiana Vassilev. In their last league meeting on 1 March 2026, New York City FC secured a 2-1 victory over Philadelphia Union.
