As the MLS season unfolds, the Philadelphia Union and Nashville SC find themselves on opposite ends of the performance spectrum. This article provides an in-depth analysis of their current strength, covering recent performances, offensive capabilities, and historical context to gauge their impending matchup.

BOTTOM LINE: A game after shutting out the New England Revolution 2-0, the Philadelphia Union face Nashville. The Union put together a 9-15-10 record overall in the 2024 season while finishing 4-8-5 in home matches. The Union scored 62 goals a season ago while allowing opponents to score 55.

Ahmed Qasem scored his second goal in as many career MLS starts, Sam Surridge and Hany Mukhtar each added their first of the season and Nashville SC pulled off a 3-1 upset victory over the Philadelphia Union on Sunday afternoon in Chester,

Sam Surridge and Ahmed Qasem had first-half goals, Hany Mukhtar scored on a late penalty kick and Nashville handed the Philadelphia Union their first loss of the season with a 3-1 victory on Sunday. Nashville (2-1-1) grabbed the lead in the 15th minute when Sam Surridge took a pass from defender Walker Zimmerman and scored.

When you’re defying expectations, everyone is out to prove the hype isn’t real. Many thought an offseason overhaul of personnel at key positions juxtaposed against a new style enacted by a new coach would make this a rebuilding year for the Union.