Philadelphia Union vs Sun 9 Aug23:30in 2d 12hScheduled
Necaxa — Leagues Cup: stats, lineups & analysis
Match preview
Philadelphia Union host Necaxa in Leagues Cup group stage clash
Philadelphia Union welcome Necaxa to Subaru Park on 9 August for a Leagues Cup Group Stage fixture, with Ryan Richter's side looking to build on a run that has yielded three wins from their last five outings. The hosts have been particularly productive on their own turf recently, with victories over Atlanta United FC, Seattle Sounders and New York Red Bulls all coming at Subaru Park.
AI-assisted match preview written from official match data.
Necaxa arrive having posted a WLDWL mix of results across their last five matches, including heavy defeats away to Orlando City SC and San Jose Earthquakes by a combined ten goals conceded. There have been positives too, though, with a win at Atlanta United FC and another away at Seattle Sounders showing they can find results on the road.
Philadelphia's only blemish in their last five came in a 6-4 defeat away at Inter Miami, a reminder that even in strong form their defensive record has been tested. Necaxa, by contrast, have shown greater inconsistency, with two defeats, a draw and two wins over the same span heading into this Group Stage meeting.
Philadelphia's WWWLD form contrasts with Necaxa's LDWLW sequence, with the hosts winning three of their last five compared to two for the visitors.
Philadelphia Union meet Necaxa in the Leagues Cup (Group Stage). Kick-off is Sunday, 9 August 2026, 23:30 UTC at Subaru Park.
Team pages: Philadelphia Union · Necaxa · Leagues Cup
Pre-match read
Home rated 1570 vs 1443 — 0.75 expected score Home on 2 days rest; Away on 2 Home scored in 80% of recent home matches
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About this match
On this page: kickoff time and matchday details for Philadelphia Union vs Necaxa, the head-to-head record and recent form, stats-based pre-match analysis, confirmed lineups about an hour before kick-off — then the live score, goal clips and video highlights once this Leagues Cup fixture kicks off.
- Live score updates and a goal-by-goal timeline once play begins.
- Match stats — possession, shots, expected goals (xG), corners and cards.
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- Head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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Quick answers
›What time does Philadelphia Union vs Necaxa kick off?
Kick-off is Sunday, 9 August 2026, 23:30 UTC at Subaru Park, a Leagues Cup fixture.
›Where can I watch Philadelphia Union vs Necaxa goal clips and highlights?
Goal clips and match highlights will be published on this page — each goal video is added shortly after it goes in, with highlights after full-time.