MLS: D.C. United vs. Philadelphia Picks — Travelling Side to Maintain Advantage at Eastern Conference Summit (Sep 27)

Philadelphia and D.C. United are locked at opposite ends of the Eastern Conference standings. But, can the visitors maintain their advantage at the summit on Sep 27? Find our D.C. United vs. Philadelphia picks here.

The Union have recorded victories in three of their last four MLS matches, which includes a 1-0 home success against New England last weekend. That run of form means that they hold a two-point advantage at the Eastern Conference summit.

D.C. United have already fallen out of playoff contention in 2025 after losing 16 of their 31 matches. They come into this round following a 3-2 loss on the road against Inter Miami last Saturday.

D.C. United vs. Philadelphia Overview

Odds

D.C. United vs. Philadelphia Head-to-Head Record

Philadelphia have an excellent recent record against D.C. United, having won each of the last two clashes to nil. That includes a 3-0 success in the reverse fixture this season in April.

D.C. United Team News

The home team will continue to deploy a 4-3-3 system after looking a constant offensive threat against Inter Miami last weekend. Boris Enow could be in line for a return to the starting eleven.

Possible Lineup

Barraza (GK); Antley, Bartlett, Rowles, Schnegg; Enow, Pirani, Hopkins; Herrera, Benteke, Peglow

Philadelphia Team News

Bruno Damiani netted the winner in the 1-0 victory against New England last Saturday. The striker looks set to retain his spot after his match-winning display.

Possible Lineup

Blake (GK); Westfield, Glesnes, Harriel, Wagner; Sullivan, Bueno, Jacques, Vassilev; Damiani, Baribo

D.C. United vs. Philadelphia Picks

Despite playing on the road this weekend, it could be hard to overlook the reliable form of the visitors when making D.C. United vs. Philadelphia picks. Therefore, we could foresee the Eastern Conference leaders maintaining their advantage at the summit in the nation’s capital.