New York City Fc vs Philadelphia Union Picks and Predictions April 12th 2025

Union Adjusts Without Gazdag Ahead of Clash With NYCFC

The Philadelphia Union are entering a new chapter—one that starts without longtime talisman Daniel Gazdag. Following the Hungarian international’s high-profile transfer to the Columbus Crew for $4 million, the Union will take the pitch Saturday night at New York City FC looking to redefine themselves offensively.

Gazdag leaves behind a significant legacy in Philadelphia, scoring 59 league goals in 125 appearances since arriving in 2021. But his departure could open the door for the next generation—particularly 15-year-old phenom Cavan Sullivan, who has already signed a future deal with Manchester City and could now see more MLS minutes.

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“Still on our roster, still eligible, still vying for minutes… I think everyone has done an excellent job of putting themselves in the shopping window,”

– Union coach Bradley Carnell on Sullivan’s potential role moving forward.

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The Union (4-2-1, 13 points) have cooled off after a strong start, with just one win in their last four matches. They were held to a 0-0 home draw last weekend against Orlando City. Despite the recent dip, Tai Baribo remains tied for the MLS lead with six goals, although he hasn’t scored since Matchday 3.

NYCFC (2-3-2, 8 points) is facing its own struggles, coming off back-to-back losses that have highlighted cracks in both mentality and execution. In last weekend’s 2-1 home loss to Minnesota United, they conceded twice in the first 30 minutes and failed to convert a penalty that would’ve shifted momentum.

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“We’re not bulletproof enough to deal with that kind of situation… There’s still a lot of room to grow in this area,”

– NYCFC manager Pascal Jansen on his team’s recent collapses.

City’s top scorer, Alonso Martinez (4 goals), will be key in applying pressure to a Union squad adjusting to life without their most consistent playmaker. NYCFC has shown flashes of potential but remains inconsistent—conceding three goals in the final half-hour in their 4-3 loss to Atlanta two weeks ago.

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With both clubs eager to rediscover form and adapt to evolving rosters, Saturday’s showdown could be a telling test for two teams aiming to climb the Eastern Conference standings.