Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 19 Jul 2025

MLS Betting Preview: Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union

Houston Dynamo host Philadelphia Union in this MLS match at Shell Energy Stadium, with kick-off set for 20:30 on Saturday 19 July 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Get With Union to Battle Hard

If you agree with our view that Philadelphia can perform well against Houston, then you can bet them with a +0.25 goal start at -135. This means our Asian Handicap stake is divided equally between 0 and +0.5.

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6-0 Win for Union in Pair’s Previous Clash

Houston Dynamo have lost in back-to-back MLS appearances, most recently suffering a 3-0 home defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps at Shell Energy Stadium. Ben Olsen's team recorded two shots on target and had 47% possession.

Philadelphia Union have won their previous two MLS games. The latest was a 2-1 home triumph at Subaru Park against CF Montréal. The Union boasted 58% possession and recorded six shots on goal, with Tai Baribo and Olwethu Makhanya finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between Philadelphia and Houston saw the former win at home. It was a 6-0 scoreline at Subaru Park.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Philadelphia	29	17	6	6	49	26	23	49:26	57
20	Houston Dynamo	28	8	8	12	37	46	-9	37:46	32

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4 wins, 5 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.6 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts. Houston have had 49.3% possession and 5.2 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.9 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 8.4 attempts, while being awarded 5.7 corners.

Top goalscorer Ezequiel Ponce has found the net 4 times, with Felipe Andrade, Gabriel Segal and Griffin Dorsey scoring 2 each. Ethan Bartlow, Ondrej Lingr and Griffin Dorsey are the leading assists makers with 2.

Philadelphia have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 11.7 attempts, 4.6 shots on goal and 1.3 goals. Bradley Carnell's side average 46.6% possession, 6.9 corners in their favour and 3.5 corners against, while 0.8 goals have been conceded from 3.0 shots on goal and 7.5 attempts.

Tai Baribo got 4 goals, Bruno Damiani notched 2, while Olwethu Makhanya and two other players scored 1. Kai Wagner is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.

Confirmed Lineups

Houston Dynamo confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jonathan Bond (GK), Griffin Dorsey, Pablo Ortiz, Ethan Bartlow, Franco Escobar, Junior Urso, Artur, Jack McGlynn, Sebastian Kowalczyk, Ezequiel Ponce, Ondrej Lingr.

Philadelphia Union confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Andrew Rick (GK), Olivier Mbaizo, Nathan Harriel, Jakob Glesnes, Francis Westfield, Alejandro Bedoya, Jesus Bueno, Jovan Lukic, Jeremy Rafanello, Bruno Damiani, Mikael Uhre.

Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union Prediction & Betting Tips

Get fully prepped for Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline, sharp corners advice, top player props and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

Philadelphia look a quality wager for this MLS encounter and we can bet the away team at -135 with a +0.25 goal handicap. The latest numbers imply that they can swerve defeat and claim a victory.

The MLS experts at Sportsgambler.com have a strong handle when it comes to injuries and suspensions. The recent form also helps to shape our football predictions, with this being cross-referenced with the latest numbers.

Key Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 15 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 2 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Houston in 13 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Houston in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Houston in 2 consecutive games.

Union +0.25 Probability

The best football bookies are estimating that there is a 57.5% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Houston 1 - 2 Philadelphia

We’re predicting Philadelphia to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +800. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Tai Baribo to Score +200

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia) has scored four goals in his past seven MLSmatches. We’ll use this stat and take odds of +200 that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.

Latest Tai Baribo Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+165

First

+390

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-222

Under 0.5

+118

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners +104

All of the past four Houston matches has seen the 9.5 Total Corners line not covered, with three  consecutive Philadelphia away games having the same outcome. There are odds of +104 when it comes to this Total Corners bet and we can see the teams fall short of the line here.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Houston

Total

10.90 5.20 5.70

Home

11.00 6.60 4.40

Away

11.00 4.30 6.70

Philadelphia

Total

10.40 6.90 3.50

Home

11.10 6.90 4.20

Away

8.90 5.40 3.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-139

Under 9.5

-102

Houston Corners

Over 4.5

-123

Under 4.5

-114

Philadelphia Corners

Over 4.5

-149

Under 4.5

+105

Most Corners

1

+110

X

+540

2

-114

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Houston Dynamo 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.

Close Game On the Cards According to Latest Odds

The bookies have chalked up the draw at +235 on the 1x2 betting, with Philadelphia Union available to bet at odds of +155. Houston Dynamo are +165 to claim victory in this MLS encounter.

It sometimes pays to take the Draw No Bet option meaning there’s a safety net if the game ends all square. Philadelphia can be backed at -125 or alternatively Houston are on offer at -111.

You’re able to bet on Under 2.5 Goals or Over 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at -164 on the BTTS market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+235

2

+155

Half-Time Result

1

+220

X

+123

2

+205

Double Chance

1X

-200

12

-313

X2

-213

Draw No Bet

1

-111

2

-125

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-149

2 Hcp -0.25

+118

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-103

Over 2.5

-122

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-164

No

+118

Tai Baribo Favourite to Find the Net First

Favourite Tai Baribo is now available at +390 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)

First

+165

Anytime

+390

Ezequiel Ponce (Houston)

First

+175

Anytime

+430

Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)

First

+210

Anytime

+480

Chris Donovan (Philadelphia)

First

+275

Anytime

+600

Amine Bassi (Houston)

First

+310

Anytime

+700

Ondrej Lingr (Houston)

First

+325

Anytime

+750

Jack McGlynn (Houston)

First

+340

Anytime

+850

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia)

First

+430

Anytime

+1100

Sebastian Kowalczyk (Houston)

First

+575

Anytime

+1300

Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia)

First

+575

Anytime

+1300

Griffin Dorsey (Houston)

First

+600

Anytime

+1500

Júnior Urso (Houston)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Duane Holmes (Houston)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia)

First

+700

Anytime

+1700

Daniel Steres (Houston)

First

+700

Anytime

+1700

Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia)

First

+700

Anytime

+1700

Franco Escobar (Houston)

First

+800

Anytime

+1900

Brooklyn Raines (Houston)

First

+900

Anytime

+2000

Femi Awodesu (Houston)

First

+900

Anytime

+2200

Ezequiel Ponce (Houston)

Over 0.5

-227

Under 0.5

+123

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-222

Under 0.5

+118

Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-182

Under 0.5

-100

Chris Donovan (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-114

Under 0.5

-156

Amine Bassi (Houston)

Over 0.5

+104

Under 0.5

-185

Ondrej Lingr (Houston)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-200

Jack McGlynn (Houston)

Over 0.5

+116

Under 0.5

-208

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-333

Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-435

Sebastian Kowalczyk (Houston)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-435

Griffin Dorsey (Houston)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-526

Duane Holmes (Houston)

Over 0.5

+245

Under 0.5

-588

Júnior Urso (Houston)

Over 0.5

+255

Under 0.5

-625

Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+255

Under 0.5

-625

Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-833

Daniel Steres (Houston)

Over 0.5

+295

Under 0.5

-769

Franco Escobar (Houston)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-909

Femi Awodesu (Houston)

Over 0.5

+360

Under 0.5

-1111

Five Houston Losses in Past Ten Home Clashes

Houston have finished with five defeats, four wins and one draw in the past 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.60.

Philadelphia have collected five victories, four losses and one draw in the last 10 away games, recording an average of 0.90 goals per match and conceding 0.70.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Houston Dynamo Home Stats		4-1-5	2.80	1.20	1.60	6	4	5	5
Philadelphia Union Away Stats		5-1-4	1.60	0.90	0.70	3	7	3	7

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union Lineups & Team News

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