Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Jun 2025

We Predict a Tight Affair

When Philadelphia clash against Chicago, we will take the former at -129 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. With our stake divided between 0 and +0.5, the visitors look as though they can land a return by swerving defeat.

Fire Won When They Last Played Union

Chicago Fire were defeated last time out. Soldier Field saw them beaten at home to Nashville SC by a 2-0 scoreline. The Fire had seven shots on target and 51% possession.

Philadelphia Union won their previous game, beating Charlotte FC at home. It was a 2-1 victory at Subaru Park. Bradley Carnell's team were 48% in the possession stakes and managed nine shots on goal, with Jesus Bueno and Markus Anderson on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Chicago have avoided defeat against Philadelphia in the past three meetings. In the last clash, home side Chicago claimed a 4-3 victory at Soldier Field. The previous 10 H2H games have featured four Philadelphia wins, four draws and two Chicago victories.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Philadelphia	34	20	6	8	57	35	22	57:35	66
13	Chicago Fire	34	15	8	11	68	60	8	68:60	53

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4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.1 goals from 11.5 attempts and 6.6 shots on goal. Chicago have had 46.3% possession and 5.1 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.9 goals from 12.6 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal, while earning 6.1 corners.

Top goalscorers are Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers on 5 goals, while Brian Gutierrez has bagged 4. The leading assistors have been Philip Zinckernagel and Andrew Gutman with 3.

Philadelphia have won 7 and drawn 3, with an average of 2.1 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts. The Union have averaged 44.0% possession, 6.6 corners taken and 4.1 corners against, while conceding 1.0 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 7.4 attempts.

Tai Baribo has top scored with 7, while Nathan Harriel, Quinn Sullivan and Danley Jean Jacques are next on 2. Mikael Uhre has managed to clock up 4 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Chicago Fire confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jeffrey Gal (GK), Leonardo Barroso, Omar Gonzalez, Jack Elliott, Andrew Gutman, Brian Gutierrez, Mauricio Pineda, Sergio Oregel, Jonathan Bamba, Hugo Cuypers, Philip Zinckernagel.

Philadelphia Union confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Andrew Rick (GK), Alejandro Bedoya, Jakob Glesnes, Olwethu Makhanya, Kai Wagner, Indiana Vassilev, Jeremy Rafanello, Jovan Lukic, Ben Bender, Bruno Damiani, Chris Donovan.

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Prediction & Betting Tips

Philadelphia +0.25 at -129 have the look of a value bet on the Asian Handicap. We give them a good chance of landing a victory in this MLS clash and it’s therefore a pick we’ll back with confidence.

The team at Sportsgambler.com are right across the latest injuries and suspensions and the form guide also informs our football predictions. This data is combined with the latest stats.

Key Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 10 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 15 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 8 of their last 10 games against Philadelphia.

Union +0.25 Probability

According to the bookies, our pick has a 56.3% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be somewhere between 60-65%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

If the initial odds don’t grab your fancy, there’s the option to shoot for more juice by moving the line when it comes to your pick. It all comes down to how confident you feel.

Our Match Prediction

Philadelphia Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -129 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Chicago 1 - 2 Philadelphia

There are betting odds of +950 that Philadelphia land a 2-1 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Maren Haile-Selassie Over 0.5 Shots On Target -130

Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago) is available to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal at -130. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.

Latest Maren Haile-Selassie Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+270

First

+700

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-133

Under 0.5

-130

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Brian Gutierrez to Score +340

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago) has managed three goals in his past four MLS matches. We’re happy to take the +340 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

Latest Brian Gutierrez Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+340

First

+850

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-110

Under 0.5

-161

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Corners Prediction

Philadelphia Over 4.5 Corners -114

The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Philadelphia in six straight games, while Chicago have let the opposition have an average of 9.00 corners in their last 5 matches. We think this presents a convincing argument and we’ll bet on Philadelphia to cover the Team Corners line which is on offer at odds of -114.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Chicago

Total

9.90 4.90 5.00

Home

8.40 4.80 3.60

Away

10.10 4.60 5.50

Philadelphia

Total

10.40 5.60 4.80

Home

12.10 7.60 4.50

Away

8.30 4.90 3.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-137

Under 9.5

-102

Chicago Corners

Over 4.5

-152

Under 4.5

+107

Philadelphia Corners

Over 4.5

-116

Under 4.5

-122

Most Corners

1

-119

X

+540

2

+117

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Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Tight Affair Likely According to the Bookies

With an approximate 50% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their -100 betting odds for Chicago Fire triumphing in this MLS encounter. If you’re searching for a different slant, Philadelphia Union are available at +230.

It sometimes pays to take the Draw No Bet option meaning there’s a safety net if the game ends all square. Chicago can be backed at -200 or alternatively Philadelphia are on offer at +140.

If you’re looking to bet on more than two goals, then Over 2.5 has the lowest price. BTTS Yes is on offer at -238 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.

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Full-Time Result

1

-100

X

+290

2

+230

Half-Time Result

1

+155

X

+145

2

+250

Double Chance

1X

-303

12

-385

X2

-128

Draw No Bet

1

-200

2

+140

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-102

2 Hcp +0.5

-125

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+160

Over 2.5

-204

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-238

No

+163

Hugo Cuypers Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

Hugo Cuypers is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +290, while you can get similar odds if you want him to score the last goal.

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)

First

-122

Anytime

+290

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)

First

+180

Anytime

+510

Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)

First

+220

Anytime

+550

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)

First

+225

Anytime

+600

Omari Glasgow (Chicago)

First

+240

Anytime

+650

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)

First

+250

Anytime

+650

Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago)

First

+270

Anytime

+700

Tom Barlow (Chicago)

First

+295

Anytime

+750

Chris Donovan (Philadelphia)

First

+295

Anytime

+750

Mikael Uhre (Philadelphia)

First

+300

Anytime

+750

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago)

First

+340

Anytime

+850

Jonathan Dean (Chicago)

First

+440

Anytime

+1200

Quinn Sullivan (Philadelphia)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Andrew Gutman (Chicago)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia)

First

+575

Anytime

+1500

Sergio Oregel (Chicago)

First

+575

Anytime

+1500

Mauricio Pineda (Chicago)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia)

First

+700

Anytime

+1900

Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Justin Reynolds (Chicago)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Chase Gasper (Chicago)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-238

Under 0.5

+125

Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-204

Under 0.5

+112

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-172

Under 0.5

-104

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-143

Under 0.5

-123

Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-133

Under 0.5

-130

Omari Glasgow (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-125

Under 0.5

-143

Tom Barlow (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-122

Under 0.5

-152

Mikael Uhre (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-114

Under 0.5

-154

Chris Donovan (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-111

Under 0.5

-161

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-110

Under 0.5

-161

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)

Over 1.5

+108

Under 1.5

-200

Quinn Sullivan (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-278

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-333

Andrew Gutman (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+180

Under 0.5

-385

Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+188

Under 0.5

-385

Jonathan Dean (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-435

Sergio Oregel (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-526

Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+235

Under 0.5

-556

Mauricio Pineda (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+265

Under 0.5

-667

Justin Reynolds (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-833

Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+295

Under 0.5

-833

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Lineups & Team News

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