Atlanta United FC vs Philadelphia Union: match statistics
Atlanta United FC holds an offensive advantage, averaging 2 goals per home match and a higher xG (1.8) compared to Philadelphia Union, who have yet to score an away goal this season (0% scoring rate). The hosts dominate possession (62% on average) and register more shots on target (5 vs 3), increasing their chances for a breakthrough. Philadelphia displays a better away defense (averaging 1 goal conceded), but their complete attacking inefficiency (100% FTS%) remains a critical issue. Both teams are in dismal form (0.2 vs 0.6 PPG), but Atlanta has a greater ability to create scoring opportunities in their home environment. Considering the stats, the hosts have a realistic chance for their first victory, although the poor form of both sides makes a draw a likely scenario as well.
Atlanta United FC vs Philadelphia Union: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Atlanta United FC played Philadelphia Union in MLS (United States). The match was played on 14 March 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Current form
Atlanta United FC: 0-0-3, 0.00 points/match. Philadelphia Union: 0-0-3, 0.00 points/match.
Goal statistics
Atlanta United FC scores 0.67 and concedes 2.33 goals per match. Philadelphia Union scores 0.33 and concedes 1.33. League average: 2.73 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Atlanta United FC 33%, Philadelphia Union 33%. Over 2.5: Atlanta United FC 33%, Philadelphia Union 33%. League level: BTTS 42%, Over 2.5 53%.
xG, shots and style
Philadelphia Union has higher xG: 1.57 vs 1.17. Atlanta United FC: 10.7 shots per match, Philadelphia Union: 13.7.
Match halves
Atlanta United FC: half-time lead 0%, second-half goals 0.33. Philadelphia Union: half-time lead 0%, second-half goals 0.33.
Goals by minute
Atlanta United FC: 31-45+ (1 goals). Philadelphia Union: 76-90+ (1 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
MLS: 2.73 goals per match, BTTS 42%, Over 2.5 53%.
Head-to-head
No aligned head-to-head sample is available in the database.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Atlanta United FC holds an offensive advantage, averaging 2 goals per home match and a higher xG (1.8) compared to Philadelphia Union, who have yet to score an away goal this season (0% scoring rate). The hosts dominate possession (62% on average) and register more shots on target (5 vs 3), increasing their chances for a breakthrough. Philadelphia displays a better away defense (averaging 1 goal conceded), but their complete attacking inefficiency (100% FTS%) remains a critical issue. Both teams are in dismal form (0.2 vs 0.6 PPG), but Atlanta has a greater ability to create scoring opportunities in their home environment. Considering the stats, the hosts have a realistic chance for their first victory, although the poor form of both sides makes a draw a likely scenario as well.
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Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Atlanta United FC | Philadelphia Union | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 28% | 27% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.22 | 0.09 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Atlanta United FC is 103% better for: goals scored per match.
0.67 goals / match - Atlanta United FC · 0.33 goals / match - Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia Union is 75% better for: goals conceded per match.
2.33 goals / match - Atlanta United FC · 1.33 goals / match - Philadelphia Union
Atlanta United FC scores in 33% of matches (1 of 3 matches), while Philadelphia Union keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 3 matches).
Philadelphia Union scores in 33% of matches (1 of 3 matches), while Atlanta United FC keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 3 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Atlanta United FC
Over / Under - Philadelphia Union
1st half
2nd half
Match halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Atlanta United FC - second-half results
Defence stays stable across the full match.
Philadelphia Union - second-half results
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 0.33 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Goals conceded / match | 1.3 | 1.0 |
| Average goals in match | 1.7 | 1.3 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 33% |
| 3 goals | 33% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 33% | 33% |
| No goal | 67% | 67% |
| Goal difference | -3 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 0.33 | 0.67 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Average goals in match | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 33% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 33% | 33% |
| No goal | 100% | 67% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -1 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (1 goal). Concedes most in 16-30 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (1 goal). Concedes most in 16-30 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Atlanta United FC
Philadelphia Union
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (MLS).
Teams vs league
| Atlanta United FC | Liga | Philadelphia Union | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▲ 3.00 | 2.73 | ▼ 1.67 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 33% | 42% | ▼ 33% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 33% | 53% | ▼ 33% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 31% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 71% | ▼ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 87% | ▼ 67% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
FAQ
What was the result of Atlanta United FC vs Philadelphia Union?
The MLS match finished Atlanta United FC 3:1 Philadelphia Union. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Atlanta United FC vs Philadelphia Union?
Atlanta United FC score 0.67 goals per game on average and Philadelphia Union 0.33. The MLS average is 2.73 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 53% of games. Both teams score in 33% of Atlanta United FC's matches and 33% of Philadelphia Union's.
What form are Atlanta United FC and Philadelphia Union in?
Over the last 5 games Atlanta United FC have a 0-0-3 record (0.00 points per game) and Philadelphia Union 0-0-3 (0.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Atlanta United FC vs Philadelphia Union?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.