CONCACAF Champions League - World
Wed, 18 February 2026 - 23:00 Stadium: Hasely Crawford Stadium
CONCACAF Champions League
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Defence Force vs Philadelphia Union
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Wed, 18 February 2026 - 23:00 Stadium: Hasely Crawford Stadium

Prediction: Defence Force vs Philadelphia Union Betting Tips

Early match insights and betting predictions.

On February 18, 2026, Defence Force hosts Philadelphia Union at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in what promises to be an intriguing opener in the CONCACAF Champions League. Both teams are yet to display form this season, so expect a cautious, tactical approach. Our predictions suggest a tight contest with lower goal expectations and strategic play.

Defence Force vs Philadelphia Union Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Match Result Draw (x) - likely at this stage given the balanced squads and no recent form data Tipstrike Odd: 2.50
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Total Goals Under 2.5 goals - cautious approach expected from both teams Tipstrike Odd: 2.20
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Correct Score 1-1 draw - a plausible outcome considering the tactical setup and evenly matched sides Tipstrike Odd: 3.80

CONCACAF Champions League Detailed Statistics

Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force Stats
Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force
MP W D L
Overall 0 0 0 0
Home 0 0 0 0
Away 0 0 0 0
Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force
CS BTTS FTS
Overall - - -
Home - - -
Away - - -
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union Stats
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union
MP W D L
Overall 0 0 0 0
Home 0 0 0 0
Away 0 0 0 0
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union
CS BTTS FTS
Overall - - -
Home - - -
Away - - -
Under/Over: Goals Scored (Matches)
Over Under
Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union
Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Under/Over: Goals Conceded (Matches)
Over Under
Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union
Defence Force Team Logo Defence Force
Philadelphia Union Team Logo Philadelphia Union
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Match overview and team form.

The upcoming match between Defence Force and Philadelphia Union at Hasely Crawford Stadium is a fresh start for both teams in the CONCACAF Champions League. With no recent competitive fixtures reported, form and momentum weigh heavily on team strategies. Defence Force will aim to leverage home advantage, but Philadelphia Union's squad, which includes experienced attackers and defenders, looks evenly matched in this early stage.

Team news and squad considerations.

Both teams have incomplete recent data; Defence Force's squad seems to feature mainly young, inexperienced players, possibly impacting stability. Philadelphia Union's squad includes several experienced players and promising youth, offering a balanced attack and defense. Injuries or suspensions are not reported, so expect full squad availability for both teams.

Game setup and scenarios for the match.

Given the limited data, Defence Force has not played any recent matches while Philadelphia Union has also had no recent fixtures. The match at Hasely Crawford Stadium is an opening contest in the CONCACAF Champions League round of 32, making it highly unpredictable. Expect a cautious start with both sides potentially testing each other's defenses and strategies. The absence of recent form and head-to-head data suggests bettors should focus on stable markets like win/draw/win and goal totals.

Tactical betting insights.

Expect a tactical approach from both sides, focusing on disciplined defending and quick counters. Defence Force may adopt a compact shape, while Philadelphia Union could attempt to control possession and create chances through set-pieces and wide play. This game may feature few goals initially, with the safety of under markets being attractive as both teams evaluate each other's strengths.

Common Questions about the match

See below all the main information for this match.

The match date is February 18, 2026, at Hasely Crawford Stadium, Port of Spain, in the CONCACAF Champions League round of 32.

There are no recent form or head-to-head data available, making predictions based on team compositions and strategic expectations.

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