Bitesize Prediction: Toronto FC vs Philadelphia Union – 8/31/23

Competition: MLS

Market: Philadelphia Union Victory

Odds: 11/10 @

Looking to make another statement on the road in the early hours of Thursday, a top-flight Philadelphia will make the trip to BMO Field to meet Toronto.

Starting with the hosts, last seen over the weekend, putting on yet another nightmarish spectacle, it's no secret that Toronto is in the midst of a protracted crisis. Ultimately crumbling to a routine 2-0 loss to Columbus, the Reds have come under intense scrutiny this season. Having failed to find any boost for the League Cup last month as they lost both of their group stage appearances by an aggregate score of 6-0, caretaker boss Terry Dunfield has a major battle in his hands on BMO's ground. Likewise, marking their return from the month-long interval with a 3-2 loss at home to Montreal, the midweek hosts have now lost each of their previous 10 consecutive appearances in all formats. It should also be noted that, in what has quickly become an infamous rut, Toronto are without a single win in any of their last 13 outings – a streak dating back to May 28. Showing only a series of problems on both sides of the pitch, the Reds face a real challenge here.

As for the visitors, while Toronto may be in the midst of a public nightmare, the mood in the Philadelphia camp should remain high. Although Union may have seen their League Cup adventure come to an abrupt end at the hands of Inter Miami on August 18, Jim Curtin's men came back strong in style. Last seen over the weekend providing another action-packed display as they clinched a 3-1 tie at DC United, Wednesday's guests are sure to feel the opportunity to lay down another MLS scorer here. . Now winning eight of their last nine meetings in all competitions – a streak dating back to July 9 – Philadelphia quickly earned a reputation for scoreless performances in the final third. It's also worth noting that after picking up a deserved 4-2 win when they hosted Toronto in town for their reverse encounter in MLS on April 23, we're expecting a similar win away from home for the top players. Eastern Conference flight at BMO Field mid-week. p>

Bet: Philadelphia Union 11/10 to beat Toronto FC in Thursday's MLS showdown @