DC United vs Philadelphia Union: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 February

Betiball's prediction for DC United vs Philadelphia Union on 21 February 2026 (kick-off: 20:40) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full DC United vs Philadelphia Union preview before placing your bet.

DC United vs Philadelphia Union: Starting Lineups Time : 21/02/2026 20:40

DC United
1 - 0
Finished
Philadelphia Union
90+3' event Joao Peglow
90+2' event Sean Nealis / Thai Baribo
89' event Nikola Markovic / Jackson Hopkins
88' event Jackson Hopkins
70' event Louis Munteanu / Gabriel Pirani
23' event Thai Baribo
event 88' Danley Jean Jacques
event 80' Japhet Sery Larsen
event 79' Alejandro Bedoya / Indiana Vassilev
event 79' Stas Korzeniowski / Bruno Damiani
event 70' Cavan Sullivan / Milan Iloski
event 58' Ezekiel Alladoh
event 57' Agustin Anello / Jesus Bueno
event 46' Geiner Martínez / Finn Sundstrom
event 45' Jesus Bueno
event 41' Olwethu Makhanya
90+3' event Joao Peglow
event 88' Danley Jean Jacques
90+2' event Sean Nealis / Thai Baribo
event 80' Japhet Sery Larsen
89' event Nikola Markovic / Jackson Hopkins
event 79' Alejandro Bedoya / Indiana Vassilev
88' event Jackson Hopkins
event 79' Stas Korzeniowski / Bruno Damiani
70' event Louis Munteanu / Gabriel Pirani
event 70' Cavan Sullivan / Milan Iloski
23' event Thai Baribo
event 58' Ezekiel Alladoh
event 57' Agustin Anello / Jesus Bueno
event 46' Geiner Martínez / Finn Sundstrom
event 45' Jesus Bueno
event 41' Olwethu Makhanya
DC United DC United
Substitutions
#11 Louis Munteanu
#13 Sean Nealis
#27 Nikola Markovic
#77 Hosei Kijima
#30 Caden Clark
#26 Alex Bono
#8 Jared Stroud
#48 Gavin Turner
#12 William Conner Antley
DC United DC United Philadelphia Union Philadelphia Union
7Shots11
1Shots on Goal3
19Fouls16
1Corner Kick5
16Free kick19
2Offside1
2Yellow card4
0Red card1
30Aerial36
4Save0
10Successful Tackles26
11Interceptions12
23Long pass10
1Assist0
0Successful center2
5Shots off goal3
1Hit The Post0
15Head Success18
1Blocked5
10Tackle14
14Dribbles8
20Throw-in22
395Passes421
104Attacks105
39Dangerous attacks34
1Corner Kicks(HT)1
3BigChances0
2BigChancesMissed0
5ShotsInsideBox4
2ShotsOutsideBox7
61DuelsWon69
19Touches In Opposition Box12
9AccurateCrosses12
48GroundDuelsWon49
13AerialDuelsWon20
31Clearances31
Philadelphia Union Philadelphia Union
Substitutions
#6 Cavan Sullivan
#37 Stas Korzeniowski
#11 Alejandro Bedoya
#28 Agustin Anello
#2 Geiner Martínez
#76 Andrew Rick
#55 Sal Olivas
#14 Jeremy Rafanello
Commentary
90+3' Joao Peglow - DC United receive a yellow card
90+2' DC United — substitution: Sean Nealis / Thai Baribo
89' DC United — substitution: Nikola Markovic / Jackson Hopkins
88' Jackson Hopkins - DC United receive a yellow card
88' Danley Jean Jacques - Philadelphia Union receive a yellow card
80' Japhet Sery Larsen - Philadelphia Union receive a yellow card
79' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Alejandro Bedoya / Indiana Vassilev
79' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Stas Korzeniowski / Bruno Damiani
70' DC United — substitution: Louis Munteanu / Gabriel Pirani
70' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Cavan Sullivan / Milan Iloski
58' Ezekiel Alladoh - Philadelphia Union receive a red card
57' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Agustin Anello / Jesus Bueno
46' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Geiner Martínez / Finn Sundstrom
45' Jesus Bueno - Philadelphia Union receive a yellow card
41' Olwethu Makhanya - Philadelphia Union receive a yellow card
23' Goal! Thai Baribo - DC United

How We Build the DC United vs Philadelphia Union Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for DC United vs Philadelphia Union on 21 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

DC United vs Philadelphia Union Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess DC United's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Philadelphia Union's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where DC United and Philadelphia Union sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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