Philadelphia Union vs Atlanta United Picks and Predictions April 19th 2025

Union Looking to Reignite Attack at Home

The Philadelphia Union will aim to reverse their recent offensive struggles when they welcome Atlanta United to Subaru Park on Saturday night. After starting the season with four wins in five matches, Philadelphia (4-3-1, 13 points) has sputtered, scoring just once over its last three outings and getting shut out in the last two.

Head coach Bradley Carnell isn’t sounding the alarm yet, though. While the Union have been limited in chances, he believes the effort remains consistent.

“We’ve been competitive in nearly every game we’ve played,” Carnell said. “Atlanta has game-changers. It’s going to take 11 guys to collectively play together and win the game here at home.”

Philadelphia will rely heavily on striker Tai Baribo, who leads the team with six of their 13 goals this season. Getting him more involved early could be key against a team that concedes space in the final third.

Atlanta Trying to Finish Chances

Atlanta United (2-3-3, 9 points) also enters Saturday’s matchup looking to bounce back from a 1-0 loss, having fallen at home to the New England Revolution despite controlling large portions of the game. Atlanta outshot the Revs 18-12, including 15 shots from inside the box, but failed to convert.

“It’s frustrating that we didn’t take our chances,” Atlanta coach Ronny Deila said. “Nobody can watch that match and say we deserved to have zero goals.”

Emmanuel Latte Lath continues to lead Atlanta with five goals, though he’s now scoreless in his last two matches. The pressure is building for the club’s high-priced attack to break through.

Midfielder Miguel Almiron, back with Atlanta after his Premier League stint, has scored twice and remains one of the club’s most creative outlets.

What to Expect

Both clubs are navigating early-season adversity, but the home-field edge could give the Union the slight upper hand — especially if their pressing style disrupts Atlanta’s rhythm. Still, with attacking talent on both sides, this clash could hinge on finishing the few high-quality chances that emerge.

This matchup is worth monitoring for MLS Expert Picks, with bettors keeping an eye on whether Atlanta’s finishing woes persist or if Philadelphia’s offense can rediscover its scoring touch.