New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II Stats: Head-to-head Record Before Match

New York RB II host Philadelphia Union II at MSU Soccer Park on 28 June 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action. Kick-off is scheduled for 23:00 UTC, with the home side looking to consolidate a strong campaign in the Northeast Division and Eastern Conference. Sitting on 28 points from 15 matches, New York RB II have combined an aggressive attacking approach with a positive goal difference to stay near the top of the standings.

Philadelphia Union II arrive on 21 points from 15 matches, aiming to close the gap on their divisional and conference rivals. With both teams firmly in the playoff conversation, this fixture carries clear stakes in the postseason race. For anyone studying New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II stats, this encounter offers another important data point in what has become a competitive MLS Next Pro matchup.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested series between New York RB II and Philadelphia Union II across MLS Next Pro fixtures.

• Previous meetings: 5
• New York RB II wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Philadelphia Union II wins: 1

New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II Timeline & Historical Context

The New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins in the 2025 season and has quickly developed into a balanced rivalry. On 17 March 2025 in the Regular Season - 2 at Subaru Park, Philadelphia Union II hosted the first recorded clash in this dataset. That match finished 1-1 after 90 minutes (half-time 1-0) before Philadelphia Union II prevailed 3-1 on penalties, registering the first win in this head-to-head despite the result counting as a draw in regulation terms.

The rivalry then shifted to MSU Soccer Park on 11 August 2025 in Regular Season - 29, where New York RB II responded emphatically. Playing at home, they defeated Philadelphia Union II 2-0 (half-time 2-0), marking their first clear victory in the series and underlining the strength of their home form. That momentum carried into the Semi-finals on 1 November 2025, again at MSU Soccer Park, where New York RB II edged a high-stakes knockout tie 2-1 after trailing 0-1 at half-time. That comeback win not only pushed New York RB II forward in the competition but also tilted the historical balance slightly in their favour.

In the 2026 season, the fixture has remained tight. On 22 March 2026 in a Group Stage match at MSU Soccer Park, New York RB II and Philadelphia Union II drew 1-1 (half-time 0-0), with Philadelphia Union II winning 4-3 on penalties. As with the earlier shootout, the regulation draw is what counts in the core head-to-head ledger, but the penalty success again showed Union II’s composure in spot-kick situations. The most recent meeting came on 3 May 2026 at Subaru Park in another Group Stage encounter, where New York RB II claimed a 2-1 away win after a 0-0 half-time, further reinforcing their growing confidence in this matchup. Overall, the New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II timeline points to a rivalry defined by narrow margins, late swings, and decisive knockout and group-stage clashes.

New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II stats highlight a slim edge for the New York side, with goals and results spread closely across the five recorded fixtures.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: New York RB II 8 - 5 Philadelphia Union II
• Average Goals per Match: New York RB II 1.60 vs Philadelphia Union II 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At MSU Soccer Park: 3 matches played here — New York RB II won 2 (as home side), Philadelphia Union II won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Subaru Park: 2 matches played here — Philadelphia Union II won 0 (as home side), New York RB II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 3 May 2026: Philadelphia Union II 1-2 New York RB II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
• 22 March 2026: New York RB II 1-1 Philadelphia Union II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage (Philadelphia Union II won 4-3 on penalties)
• 1 November 2025: New York RB II 2-1 Philadelphia Union II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Semi-finals
• 11 August 2025: New York RB II 2-0 Philadelphia Union II (Half-time: 2-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 29
• 17 March 2025: Philadelphia Union II 1-1 New York RB II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 2 (Philadelphia Union II won 3-1 on penalties)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 New York RB II Matches Results and Stats

New York RB II’s season to date profile in MLS Next Pro underlines a high-risk, high-reward approach. Across 15 matches, they have 9 wins and no draws, with 6 defeats, reflecting a side that consistently plays for three points. Offensively, they have produced 33 goals, averaging 2.2 per match, with a particularly strong home output of 23 goals in 8 fixtures (2.9 per game). Defensively, they concede 1.6 goals per match overall, indicating that their open style leaves space at the back but is often offset by their attacking productivity.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)

Last 5 Philadelphia Union II Matches Results and Stats

Philadelphia Union II’s season to date numbers show a more balanced but less explosive profile. With 7 wins and 8 losses from 15 matches and no draws, they mirror New York RB II’s tendency for decisive outcomes, but with slightly less attacking output. Union II have scored 18 goals (1.2 per match) and conceded 17 (around 1.1 per match), pointing to tighter games and a more controlled defensive structure. Away from home, they have 3 wins and 3 losses in 6 matches, scoring and conceding at a similar 1.2 goals per game rate.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 7, Draw 0, Lose 8 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Looking across the full New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II stats, the historical edge leans slightly toward New York RB II. They lead the head-to-head with 2 wins to 1, plus 2 draws, and hold a 3-goal advantage in total scoring (8-5). The venue split is particularly telling: New York RB II have been strong at MSU Soccer Park, winning two of three matches there and remaining unbeaten in regulation. Philadelphia Union II, however, have shown resilience in cup-style situations, winning both penalty shootouts in this series. When combined with season-to-date form—New York RB II’s higher scoring rate versus Philadelphia Union II’s more balanced goals for and against—the trends suggest a matchup where the home side carry a marginal statistical advantage, but where tight scorelines and fine margins have consistently defined the rivalry.

New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II H2H Statistics updated on 23 June 2026.