Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II Prediction: Preview and Key Stats

Philadelphia Union II welcome Atlanta United II to Subaru Park on 23 May 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action, with both sides looking to strengthen their positions in a tightly packed Eastern picture. The hosts sit in the middle of the pack in their division, while the visitors are pushing at the top end of their section and are already tracking towards the play-off spots.

Union II come into this clash with 15 points from 10 matches in the Eastern Conference, having won five and lost five. Their form line of LLLWL underlines how inconsistent they have been, particularly at home where they have already suffered four defeats in seven outings. For Atlanta United II, the picture is brighter: 19 points from 10 games, six wins and no draws, and a strong goal difference of +7 has them second in the Central Division and fourth in the Eastern Conference, firmly in the “Promotion - MLS Next Pro (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)” zone.

Subaru Park has hosted some wild meetings between these two second teams in recent seasons, and with Atlanta averaging 2.0 goals per game and Philadelphia around 1.3, this shapes up as another high-intensity, attacking MLS Next Pro encounter with real implications for divisional standings and conference seeding.

Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II Key Stats

• Philadelphia Union II have taken 15 points from 10 league matches (5 wins, 5 losses) with 12 goals scored and 10 conceded in Eastern Conference play.
• Across their last five MLS Next Pro meetings (2025–2023), Philadelphia Union II have beaten Atlanta United II four times, with one defeat.
• Atlanta United II are averaging 2.0 goals per game this season (20 scored in 10 matches), while Philadelphia Union II average 1.3 goals per game.

Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 9 vs 4
• Points: 15 vs 19
• Goals For: 12 vs 20
• Goals Against: 10 vs 13
• Clean Sheets: Philadelphia Union II 2; Atlanta United II 2

In the Eastern Conference table, Philadelphia Union II are ninth with 15 points from 10 games, scoring 12 and conceding 10. They have yet to draw a match, reflecting a boom-or-bust pattern that is also visible in their divisional ranking of fourth in the Northeast Division. Their goal difference of +2 suggests they are competitive, but the LLLWL form string highlights recent struggles to turn performances into consistent results.

Atlanta United II, by contrast, sit fourth in the Eastern Conference with 19 points from 10 games and a goal difference of +7 (20 scored, 13 conceded). That position carries a clear description: “Promotion - MLS Next Pro (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)”, underlining that they are currently inside the play-off places. Their divisional rank of second in the Central Division reinforces their status as one of the stronger sides in the conference, and a league form of LWWLLWWWLW shows a team capable of putting together meaningful winning streaks.

Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II Key Matchups

Stas Kornzeniowski vs Liam Butts

With no explicit scoring charts listed, attacking responsibilities for Philadelphia Union II are likely to fall on forwards such as Stas Kornzeniowski, one of the more experienced attackers in a young home squad. He will be central to breaking down an Atlanta United II back line that has conceded 14 goals in 10 games but also kept two clean sheets, both away from home.

For Atlanta United II, Liam Butts stands out among the attackers as a 24-year-old option at the top end of the pitch. Atlanta’s offensive profile is impressive: 20 goals in 10 matches and an average of 2.0 goals per game, with a notable ability to score late (five goals in the 76–90 minute window). If Butts leads the line, his movement and finishing will be key to exploiting a Union II defence that concedes 1.1 goals per match and tends to allow a significant share of goals in the final quarter of games.

Edward Davis vs M. Tablante

Edward Davis offers another attacking outlet for Philadelphia Union II. The home side averages 1.3 goals per game and has managed 9 of their 12 league goals at Subaru Park. Davis’s ability to operate between the lines and support the central striker will be crucial in stretching an Atlanta side that sometimes leaves space when committing numbers forward.

On the other side, M. Tablante is one of the more seasoned attackers in the Atlanta United II squad at 24 years of age. With Atlanta’s attack producing consistently across all phases of the game and particularly dangerous from 46–90 minutes, Tablante’s experience and decision-making in transition could tilt the balance. If he can combine with Butts and the midfield unit, Atlanta’s 2.0 goals-per-game average will again be a major weapon.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These clubs have met regularly in MLS Next Pro and previously in the USL Championship, producing a series of high-scoring and often entertaining contests. The most recent five MLS Next Pro encounters show a clear edge for Philadelphia Union II, though Atlanta United II have historically landed blows in the USL era.

• 10 April 2025: Philadelphia Union II 5-1 Atlanta United II (MLS Next Pro)
• 29 September 2024: Philadelphia Union II 2-1 Atlanta United II (MLS Next Pro)
• 15 April 2024: Atlanta United II 0-5 Philadelphia Union II (MLS Next Pro)
• 9 June 2023: Philadelphia Union II 1-0 Atlanta United II (MLS Next Pro)
• 30 April 2023: Atlanta United II 1-0 Philadelphia Union II (MLS Next Pro)

Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II Prediction

Form and season-long metrics point towards a slight edge for Atlanta United II despite Philadelphia’s strong recent head-to-head record. Atlanta’s last five matches show 13 goals scored and only 5 conceded, averaging 2.6 goals for and 1.0 against, compared with Union II’s 4 scored and 7 conceded over the same span (0.8 for, 1.4 against). The visitors’ attack is more potent, and their league position confirms greater consistency.

However, Philadelphia Union II have dominated recent MLS Next Pro meetings at Subaru Park, including emphatic wins by 5-1 and 2-1 in 2025 and 2024, and a 1-0 success in 2023. That history suggests the hosts will not be overawed and could contribute heavily to an open game. Prediction metrics lean marginally towards Atlanta United II as winner, with both away win and draw rated at 45% and the home win at 10%, indicating a tight contest where the visitors carry the greater upside.

Predicted Score: Philadelphia Union II 1-2 Atlanta United II

Philadelphia Union II League Form

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Atlanta United II League Form

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Philadelphia Union II Possible Starting Lineup

Pierce Holbrook; A. Craig, K. Moore, G. Sequera, R. Uzcátegui; O. Benitez, M. Berthe, Paco Dadi, K. LeBlanc; Stas Kornzeniowski, Sal Olivas.

Philadelphia Union II’s squad profile is youthful, with several teenagers across the back line and midfield. Goalkeeper Pierce Holbrook offers experience behind a defence likely built around A. Craig, K. Moore, G. Sequera and R. Uzcátegui. In midfield, the likes of O. Benitez, M. Berthe and Paco Dadi provide energy and legs, while Stas Kornzeniowski and Sal Olivas headline the attacking options. With no draws all season and a goals-for average of 1.3, expect an aggressive, front-foot approach that can leave space in behind.

Atlanta United II Possible Starting Lineup

R. Clarson; D. Chica, Mohamed Cisset, T. B. Majub, M. Senanou; L. Brennan, A. Fortune, Adrian Gill; Liam Butts, M. Tablante, P. Weah.

Atlanta United II also lean on a mix of youth and experience, but their attacking metrics are stronger. At the back, defenders such as D. Chica, Mohamed Cisset and M. Senanou will try to provide stability in front of goalkeeper R. Clarson. In midfield, L. Brennan, A. Fortune and Adrian Gill can link play and support a dangerous front line featuring Liam Butts, M. Tablante and P. Weah. With 14 away goals in seven road matches and two clean sheets on their travels, Atlanta are comfortable playing proactive football away from home.

Philadelphia Union II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Atlanta United II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Philadelphia Union II:

• None reported.

Atlanta United II:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Atlanta United II in the match result market. Their stronger league position (4th vs 9th), better form (WLWWW vs LLLWL), and 2.0 goals-per-game average give them the edge, while prediction metrics also list them as the advised winner. (No odds data available.)
• Goals Tip: Consider over 2.5 goals. Atlanta United II matches average 3.4 total goals (20 for, 14 against in 10), and recent H2H clashes at Subaru Park have produced scorelines of 5-1 and 2-1. Both teams attack more than they sit back. (No odds data available.)
• Value Tip: Look at Atlanta United II to score at least two goals. They average 2.0 per game overall and 2.0 away from home, with 14 goals in seven road fixtures, while Philadelphia Union II concede 1.1 per match and have lost four of seven at home. (No odds data available.)

How to Watch Philadelphia Union II vs Atlanta United II

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• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
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• Africa: SuperSport

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