Just one more day until Philadelphia Union square off with Atlanta United in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. After rallying back with a 4-3 extra time win in the first round, the Boys in Blue are looking to extend their postseason run with a victory on the road against the defending MLS Cup Champions. As with every match, there are predictions.
FiveThirtyEight's latest models are out and the site gives the Boys in Blue a 32% chance to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Philly as a underdog, sounds about right and something Jim Curtin's squad will certainly rally around. While Atlanta presents a difficult challenge, the Union were unbeaten against the defending MLS Cup champions with a 1-1 draw on the road followed by a resounding 3-1 victory at Talen Energy Stadium late in the regular season.
The two sides square off Thursday night on the national stage as ESPN2 broadcasts the match starting at 8 p.m. Be sure to join us and RSVP for your spot at our official Philadelphia Union watch parties below.
