Montreal vs Philadelphia Prediction, Odds, MLS Picks 5/3/2025

The Philadelphia Union, riding high after back-to-back 3-0 victories and sitting third in the Eastern Conference, face a Montreal side desperate for their first win of the 2025 MLS season at Saputo Stadium this Saturday.

Despite Montreal's winless record, history favors the Canadian side who defeated Philadelphia 4-2 in their last home meeting and will look to capitalize on the Union's concerning five-match losing streak on Canadian soil.

With Israeli striker Baribo leading the MLS scoring charts with seven goals and Albanian forward Vrioni returning from injury for Montreal, both teams have the firepower to deliver an entertaining clash that oddsmakers have surprisingly listed as an even matchup.

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Montreal vs. Philadelphia Union preview

The Philadelphia Union arrive at Stade Saputo riding high after back-to-back 3-0 wins, with Taty Baribo's league-leading seven goals powering their third-place Eastern Conference position.

Meanwhile, CF Montreal remains the only MLS side without a win in 2025, but history suggests this matchup could flip the script—Montreal demolished Philadelphia 4-2 in their last Canadian encounter.

The Union have struggled mightily on Canadian soil, losing their last five matches north of the border, a trend that offers Montreal a glimmer of hope despite their dismal start.

Montreal received a boost midweek when striker Gjorgi Vrioni returned from injury to score a late equalizer against Toronto in Canadian Championship play, potentially providing the offensive spark for a team that's managed just four goals in ten MLS matches.

With players scoring from all positions in Philadelphia's recent victory over DC United and Montreal desperate to kickstart their season, this traditionally high-scoring fixture (averaging 3.67 goals in recent meetings) could finally end the hosts' winless drought.

Key stats

1

Philadelphia Union sits 3rd in the table with 19 points from 10 matches, while Montreal ranks dead last with just 3 points

2

Montreal remains winless through 10 matches (0-3-7) and has scored a league-low 4 goals

3

Philadelphia's recent form shows inconsistency (WWLDL) despite their strong position

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The goal differential tells the story: Philadelphia at +10 (19 scored, 9 conceded) versus Montreal at -10 (4 scored, 14 conceded)

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