Philadelphia Union Defeats Real Salt Lake 2-1
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Subaru Park
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Quick answers
Who won Real Salt Lake vs Philadelphia Union?
Philadelphia Union beat Real Salt Lake 2-1 at Subaru Park on October 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Real Salt Lake vs Philadelphia Union?
Philadelphia Union were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -295 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested match at Subaru Park, the Philadelphia Union secured a 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake. This result continues to highlight the Union's strong home form, as they have now won their last six matches, scoring an impressive average of 3.2 goals per game while allowing just 1.3. The Union's recent performance has been formidable, with their last five matches yielding four wins and a draw, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive resilience.
Real Salt Lake, on the other hand, has struggled in recent outings, with a record of 1-4 in their last five matches. Their only win came against New England Revolution, which was a 3-0 victory, but prior to that, they faced four consecutive losses. This has contributed to a challenging season for RSL, who have averaged just 1.1 goals scored per game while conceding 1.9.
Historically, this fixture has favored Real Salt Lake, who lead the all-time series against Philadelphia 4-1. However, the Union's current form and home advantage made them the favorites heading into this match. According to DraftKings, the odds were set with Philadelphia Union at -295 on the money line, while Real Salt Lake was listed at +600, indicating a significant expectation of a Union victory.
The match conditions were standard for an October evening, with neither team reporting significant injuries that would impact their lineups. The Union's home record stands at 8-0-2 over their last ten matches, while Real Salt Lake has struggled away, with a dismal 0-4 record in their last four road games.
As the match unfolded, it was evident that the Union's attacking strategy was effective, leading them to capitalize on their home advantage. The Union's ability to create scoring opportunities was a key factor in their victory, further solidifying their position as a strong contender in the league. In contrast, Real Salt Lake's inability to maintain consistent form away from home continues to hinder their progress this season.
What we said beforehand
The upcoming match between Philadelphia Union and Real Salt Lake at Subaru Park is noteworthy as Philadelphia has been on a remarkable winning streak, while Real Salt Lake has struggled in recent outings. Philadelphia Union comes into this fixture with a strong home record of 11 wins, 6 draws, and 10 losses, while Real Salt Lake holds an away record of 9 wins, 5 draws, and 13 losses. The series history favors Real Salt Lake, who leads with 4 wins to Philadelphia's 1.
In their last five matches, Philadelphia Union has been in excellent form, winning all five games. They secured victories against CF Montréal (2-0), FC Cincinnati (5-0), San Diego FC (5-0), Sporting Kansas City (4-3), and Orlando City SC (4-2). This impressive run has seen them score an average of 4.0 goals per game while allowing just 1.0. Their current home form is particularly strong, with an 8-0-2 record in their last ten home games, including a six-match winning streak.
Conversely, Real Salt Lake's recent form has been concerning. They have lost four of their last five matches, with their only win coming against New England Revolution (3-0). Their other results include losses to Houston Dynamo FC (1-2), New York City FC (0-2), Vancouver Whitecaps (0-3), and Seattle Sounders FC (0-2). This poor run has led to an average of just 1.1 goals scored per game and 1.9 goals allowed. Their away form is particularly troubling, as they have only managed one win in their last ten away matches, with a record of 1-7-2.
The match will take place at Subaru Park, where Philadelphia Union has been dominant. They have a home scoring average of 3.2 goals per game and have allowed 1.3 goals, showcasing their offensive firepower and solid defense. In contrast, Real Salt Lake's away performance has been lackluster, averaging only 0.8 goals scored and 1.8 goals allowed in their last five away matches.
In terms of player performance, Philadelphia Union's Milan Iloski leads the team with 16 goals in 27 matches, while Cavan Sullivan has contributed 9 assists in 24 matches. For Real Salt Lake, Sergi Solans has scored 11 goals in 25 matches, and Morgan Guilavogui has provided 8 assists in 21 matches.
The betting market reflects Philadelphia's strong position, with DraftKings listing the Union at -300 on the moneyline, while Real Salt Lake is at +600. The spread is set at -1.5 for Philadelphia, and the total for the match is 3.5, with over odds at -110 and under odds at -115.
As for the conditions, the match is set to kick off on October 10, 2026, at 23:30 UTC. Fans can expect an exciting contest, with Philadelphia Union looking to extend their winning streak and solidify their playoff position, while Real Salt Lake will aim to turn their fortunes around and improve their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PHI -295 | 3.5 o -110 / u -115 | Real Salt Lake +600 · Philadelphia Union -295 |
Leaders
- Total ShotsBruno Damiani5Philadelphia Union
- Accurate PassesKai Wagner62Philadelphia Union
- Defensive InterventionsNathan Harriel10Philadelphia Union
- Total ShotsSaba Lobjanidze3Real Salt Lake
- Accurate PassesNoel Caliskan51Real Salt Lake
- Defensive InterventionsKobi Henry11Real Salt Lake
Recent form
Philadelphia Union
Last 10: 8-0-2Streak W63.2 scored · 1.3 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W2-0vs CF MontréalSep 5
- W5-0vs FC CincinnatiSep 9
- W5-0vs San Diego FCSep 13
- W4-3vs Sporting Kansas CitySep 19
- W4-2vs Orlando City SCSep 26
Real Salt Lake
Last 10: 1-7-2Streak W11.1 scored · 1.9 allowed per game0-4 away
- L2-1vs Houston Dynamo FCSep 9
- L2-0vs New York City FCSep 12
- L3-0vs Vancouver WhitecapsSep 19
- L2-0vs Seattle Sounders FCSep 23
- W3-0vs New England RevolutionSep 26
Standings
| Team | Games played | Lost | Point differential | Points | Tied | Won | Rank | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Whitecaps | 27 | 7 | +31 | 50 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 15-5-7 |
| St. Louis CITY SC | 27 | 6 | +12 | 47 | 8 | 13 | 2 | 13-8-6 |
| FC Dallas | 28 | 7 | +7 | 47 | 8 | 13 | 3 | 13-8-7 |
| San Jose Earthquakes | 27 | 8 | +10 | 45 | 6 | 13 | 4 | 13-6-8 |
| Houston Dynamo FC | 27 | 9 | +2 | 44 | 5 | 13 | 5 | 13-5-9 |
| LAFC | 28 | 9 | +13 | 41 | 8 | 11 | 6 | 11-8-9 |
| Seattle Sounders FC | 28 | 9 | +3 | 41 | 8 | 11 | 7 | 11-8-9 |
| Colorado Rapids | 27 | 13 | 0 | 36 | 3 | 11 | 8 | 11-3-13 |
| LA Galaxy | 28 | 10 | -7 | 36 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9-9-10 |
| Portland Timbers | 27 | 13 | -3 | 32 | 5 | 9 | 10 | 9-5-13 |
| Real Salt Lake | 28 | 14 | -5 | 32 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 9-5-14 |
| San Diego FC | 28 | 12 | -3 | 32 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 8-8-12 |
| Austin FC | 27 | 10 | -12 | 31 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 7-10-10 |
| Minnesota United FC | 27 | 12 | -9 | 29 | 8 | 7 | 14 | 7-8-12 |
| Sporting Kansas City | 27 | 18 | -33 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 15 | 6-3-18 |
| Nashville SC | 27 | 3 | +34 | 60 | 6 | 18 | 1 | 18-6-3 |
| Inter Miami CF | 28 | 5 | +18 | 49 | 10 | 13 | 2 | 13-10-5 |
| Chicago Fire FC | 28 | 8 | +11 | 48 | 6 | 14 | 3 | 14-6-8 |
| New England Revolution | 28 | 10 | +6 | 46 | 4 | 14 | 4 | 14-4-10 |
| Charlotte FC | 28 | 8 | +10 | 46 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 13-7-8 |
| Philadelphia Union | 28 | 10 | +11 | 42 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 12-6-10 |
| Orlando City SC | 28 | 13 | -15 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 7 | 11-4-13 |
| Red Bull New York | 28 | 12 | -14 | 36 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 10-6-12 |
| FC Cincinnati | 27 | 9 | -7 | 36 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9-9-9 |
| New York City FC | 28 | 11 | +4 | 33 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 8-9-11 |
| Toronto FC | 28 | 10 | -11 | 32 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 7-11-10 |
| D.C. United | 27 | 9 | -12 | 30 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 6-12-9 |
| Columbus Crew | 28 | 15 | -5 | 29 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 8-5-15 |
| Atlanta United FC | 28 | 15 | -15 | 27 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 7-6-15 |
| CF Montréal | 28 | 16 | -21 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 15 | 6-6-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Philadelphia Union | Real Salt Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls committed | 21 | 13 |
| Yellow cards | 4 | 2 |
| Red cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Won corners | 4 | 3 |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Possession pct | 52.1 | 47.9 |
| Total shots | 14 | 11 |
| Shots on target | 5 | 4 |
| Shot pct | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Penalty kick goals | 0 | 0 |
| Penalty kick shots | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate passes | 382 | 349 |
| Total passes | 479 | 443 |
| Pass pct | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Accurate crosses | 5 | 1 |
| Total crosses | 22 | 13 |
| Cross pct | 0.2 | 0.1 |
| Total long balls | 48 | 67 |
| Accurate long balls | 20 | 34 |
| Longball pct | 0.4 | 0.5 |
| Blocked shots | 2 | 4 |
| Effective tackles | 6 | 13 |
| Total tackles | 13 | 17 |
| Tackle pct | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Interceptions thrown | 16 | 9 |
| Effective clearance | 16 | 19 |
| Total clearance | 16 | 19 |
Venue
- Subaru ParkChester, Pennsylvania
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