Philadelphia vs Tijuana Odds: Union looks to Build on Good Form
One of the biggest matches in the opening weekend of the 2023 Leagues Cup is the matchup between Philadelphia vs. Tijuana. The East Group 3 match is the first-ever meeting between the two clubs! Like in MLS, the Liga MX schedule has taken a break for the Leagues Cup as all forty-seven teams travel to the US for the competition.
The hosts were coming off a 2-1 MLS win over New York City FC last week. Jose Martinez and Chris Donovan scored to inspire the win and propel them to second in the MLS standings. Tijuana, meanwhile, triumphed over Cruz Azul by the same scoreline at home in Liga MX. Ignacio Rivero put Cruz Azul ahead on the stroke of half-time, while Carlos Gonzalez leveled matters in the 58th minute. Cruz Azul’s injury-time own goal saw Xolos complete the turnaround.
Here is everything you need to know about the Philadelphia vs. Tijuana match!
Philadelphia vs Tijuana Betting Odds
League Cup Winner
- Philadelphia Union (+1400)
- Tijuana (+4000)
Match Winner
- Philadelphia Union (+175)
- Tijuana (+355)
Winning Margin
Philadelphia Union by 1 (+275)
Philadelphia Union by 2 (+400)
Philadelphia Union by 3 +800)
Philadelphia Union by four or more (+1200)
Tijuana by 1 (+550)
Tijuana by 2 (+1400)
Tijuana by 3 (+4000)
Tijuana by four or more (+8000)
Score Draw (+400)
No Goal Draw (+1000)
Tijuna’s Away Struggles
Miguel Herrera returns to the city where he last coached the Mexico national team as Tijuana hopes to surprise as a dark horse in the tournament. Their season is off to a decent start with a 1-1-1 record. However, they have only won one away game in thirteen matches. Before this poor away run, they were always shaky on the road.
The Argentine trio of Alexis Canelo, Lucas Rodriguez, and Silvio Alejandro Martinez will be in charge of the goal creation out of the midfield as the team looks to combat one of the best MLS defenses in Philadelphia. If Herrera can galvanize his team from the start, they can kick off their Leagues Cup campaign with a surprise away win.
Union looks to Build on Good Form
Philadelphia has been on a positive roll in front of their fans, with their 11-game unbeaten run at home putting them in good stead. They have also been rampant in front of goal and are typically quick out the blocks within the opening 30 minutes. The Union is one of the most dynamic teams in MLS.
Loaded with talent, coached by one of the best in North America, and always competing at the highest level. The Philadelphia Union should make a run through the Leagues Cup. As long as they can get a result from the jump, Philadelphia can easily make it out of the group. Our bet is on the Union to win the Philadelphia vs. Tijuana matchup.
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