Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | MLS, September 15, 2024
Preview
- Tournament: Major League Soccer
- Date: Sunday, Sep 15
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 am GMT
- Venue: Chase Stadium, USA
Inter Miami will host Philadelphia Union in their 28th game of the 2024/25 MLS season at the Chase Stadium. The Herons will aim to continue with their unbeaten run and equal their longest winning run in the domestic competition.
Hosts Inter Miami are in a formidable position as they enter this weekend’s fixture, sitting comfortably at the top of the Eastern Conference standings. Tata Martino’s men would set a new MLS regular-season record for points if they manage to secure five wins from their remaining seven games of the campaign.
Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union would want to end the miserable 2024/25 campaign on a high despite languishing in 11th position in the league standings. It has been a poor showing so far for Jim Curtin’s men who are in danger of missing the playoff spot so late in the season.
Inter Miami Team News
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi who has been out since July missed training on Wednesday. But he’s not dealing with his ankle injury and could be out with flu symptoms. There is a chance he might return to the first-team fold but may not play the entire game.
Philadelphia Team News
As for Philadelphia, Isaiah LeFlore is expected to be out with his knee injury whereas the likes of Andre Blake, Daniel Gazdag, Jesus Bueno and Danley Jean Jacques will return to the squad after serving time with their respective sides during the international break.
Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Predicted Lineups
Inter Miami predicted lineup:
Callender; Fray, Busquets, Martinez; Weigandt, Redondo, Ruiz, Alba; Taylor, Suarez, Gomez
Philadelphia predicted lineup:
Blake; Mbaizo, Glesnes, Elliott, Wagner; Flach; Sullivan, McGlynn; Gazdag; Baribo, Uhre
Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have faced off only 10 times in the past, with Inter Miami and Philadelphia winning four games each. The remaining two games ended in a draw between both sides.
Last five match results:
| Date | Match | Competition |
| June 15, 2024 | Philadelphia 1-2 Inter Miami | Major League Soccer |
| June 24, 2023 | Philadelphia 4-1 Inter Miami | Major League Soccer |
| March 5, 2023 | Inter Miami 2-0Philadelphia | Major League Soccer |
| July 14, 2022 | Inter Miami 1-2Philadelphia | Major League Soccer |
| May 18, 2022 | Philadelphia 0-0 Inter Miami | Major League Soccer |
Key Players to Watch in Inter Miami vs Philadelphia
Luis Suarez (Inter Miami)
Uruguay’s all-time leading goalscorer Luis Suarez called time on his international in a game against Paraguay last week. The 37-year-old striker has played in nine major international tournaments for La Celeste since making his international debut in February 2007. The Inter Miami star has delivered in countless moments for the national side.
Cavan Sullivan (Philadelphia)
Cavan Sullivan became the youngest player to make his MLS debut in a game against New England Revolution. The 14-year-old who stepped onto the field will continue to play for Philadelphia for the next four seasons. A clause in his contract would see him move to Manchester City when he turns 18.
Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Prediction
Inter Miami are favourites for this tie as the team are running away with the Supporters’ Shield trophy. The Herons have managed six wins from their last seven league matches, putting them eight points clear of Cincinnati in the Eastern Conference standings. They have been strong at home this season, securing 11 wins out of 17 matches
As for Philadelphia, they find themselves in a precarious position, currently sitting 11th in the Eastern Conference standings and are fighting for a playoff spot so late into the season. They are in danger of missing the post-season with only seven matches remaining.
Predicted Score: Inter Miami 2-1 Philadelphia (Watch Live)
Where to Watch Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | MLS Season Pass on Apple TV |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| India | MLS Season Pass on Apple TV |
FAQs
Q. When is Inter Miami vs Philadelphia?
The Inter Miami vs Philadelphia game will be played on 15th September at Chase Stadium.
Q. Where to watch Inter Miami vs Philadelphia live for free?
The game between Inter Miami and Philadelphia can be watched on Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream.
Q. What is the predicted score in Inter Miami vs Philadelphia?
The predicted score for Inter Miami vs Philadelphia is 2-1.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Inter Miami vs Philadelphia?
Both Inter Miami and Philadelphia played 10 games. Philadelphia and Inter Miami have managed four wins each whereas the remaining two games ended in a draw.
image sources
- Luis-Suarez-Inter-Miami: Getty Images
- Cavan-Sullivan-Philadelphia: Getty Images