New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II: Head-to-Head Stats and Insights

New York RB II host Philadelphia Union II at MSU Soccer Park on 28 June 2026 in an MLS Next Pro Group Stage clash that could shape the Eastern Conference picture. Kick-off is scheduled for 23:00 UTC, with the home side looking to consolidate a strong campaign that has them on 28 points from 15 matches and well positioned in both the Northeast Division and the wider Eastern Conference standings.

Philadelphia Union II arrive with 21 points from 15 fixtures, chasing the playoff positions in a competitive conference. With New York RB II more prolific in front of goal but also open at the back, and Union II grinding out results with tighter scorelines, this fixture carries clear stakes in the divisional race. For anyone studying New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II stats, this match offers another important data point in a growing MLS Next Pro rivalry.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive and often high-stakes series between New York RB II and Philadelphia Union II across league and playoff 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 is already rich with close contests and knockout tension. The earliest meeting in the record came on 17 March 2025 in the Regular Season - 2 round at Subaru Park, where Philadelphia Union II, playing at home, drew 1-1 with New York RB II over 90 minutes before winning 3-1 on penalties. That opening chapter set the tone: balanced in regulation, but with Union II edging the shootout on their own ground.

The rivalry then shifted decisively to MSU Soccer Park. On 11 August 2025, in Regular Season - 29, New York RB II responded strongly with a 2-0 home victory after leading 2-0 at half-time, asserting control in front of their own supporters. The stakes rose further on 1 November 2025, again at MSU Soccer Park, when the sides met in the MLS Next Pro Semi-finals. In another tight contest, New York RB II overturned a 0-1 half-time deficit to beat Philadelphia Union II 2-1 in regulation, underlining their ability to respond under knockout pressure.

The 2026 season has added even more balance to the New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II timeline. On 22 March 2026 at MSU Soccer Park in the Group Stage, the teams drew 1-1 after 90 minutes, with New York RB II leading 1-0 at the break before being pegged back. The match went to penalties, where Philadelphia Union II prevailed 4-3, recording a second shootout success in the series. Most recently, on 3 May 2026 at Subaru Park, New York RB II travelled to Chester and claimed a 2-1 away win after a goalless first half, proving they can now take full points on Union II’s home turf as well.

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

The overall New York RB II vs Philadelphia Union II stats point to a finely balanced matchup with a slight edge to the New York side in regulation play.

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 in regulation), 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 an aggressive, front-foot approach. Across 15 matches they have 9 wins and 6 losses with no draws, scoring 33 goals and conceding 24. At MSU Soccer Park they have 5 wins and 3 defeats from 8 home games, averaging 2.9 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per home match. Only once all season have they failed to score, and they have kept 2 clean sheets at home, pointing to a high-variance style built on attacking output rather than defensive conservatism.

• 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 slightly less explosive profile. Over 15 matches they have 7 wins and 8 losses with no draws, scoring 18 and conceding 17. Away from home they have played 6 times, winning 3 and losing 3, with 7 goals scored and 7 conceded, reflecting a symmetrical away record. Union II have failed to score in 4 matches overall and have 2 clean sheets, suggesting tighter margins and a tendency toward lower-scoring encounters compared with New York RB II.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a closely contested fixture with a slight edge to New York RB II, particularly at MSU Soccer Park where they have two wins and one draw in this series. Across the five previous meetings, New York RB II have outscored Philadelphia Union II 8-5 and hold the advantage in regulation wins, while Union II have demonstrated resilience in knockout moments with two penalty shootout victories. Season-to-date form reinforces this balance: New York RB II are more prolific and higher in the standings, whereas Philadelphia Union II are capable of matching them in tight games, especially if they can keep the scoreline controlled. Overall, the trends lean marginally toward the hosts, but the head-to-head pattern suggests another competitive encounter is likely.

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