Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Philadelphia Union
The final score was New York City 2-3 Philadelphia Union. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
New York City struck first through Bénie Traoré 4', but Philadelphia Union recovered and flipped the match.
The raw numbers were a little messier than the result: New York City led Corners 8-4, even though the scoreboard went another way. Philadelphia Union also shaded Shots on target 4-5.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Philadelphia Union the favourite at 42.6% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Philadelphia Union
42.6%
Key stats
Match numbers
Corners
New York CityNew York City
Philadelphia Union
8
4
Shots on target
Philadelphia UnionNew York City
Philadelphia Union
4
5
Possession
New York CityNew York City
Philadelphia Union
51%
49%