Nashville SC vs DC United – Match Preview

Major League Soccer action continues at Geodis Park. Nashville SC will host DC United on Wednesday, October 3rd. The game starts at 00:30 GMT. Nashville SC, 25th with 33 points, aims to use their home advantage to move up. DC United, ranked 23rd with 34 points, seeks to extend their lead. Both teams aimed for the top half at the season’s start. Winning this match is vital for their goals and a late push in the league.

Nashville SC – Form

Nashville SC has shown commendable form at Geodis Park. They have two wins and a draw in their last three home games. Despite expectations, they lost 1-0 to New England Revolution on September 28, 2024. They then drew 2-2 with FC Cincinnati, with Sam Surridge scoring both goals. Before this, they won 1-0 against Chicago Fire FC, with Surridge scoring again. Their results have matched bookmakers’ predictions, showing strong home performance.

DC United – Form

DC United has faced a mix of results recently. They drew 2-2 with Columbus Crew at home on September 28th. Christian Benteke scored both goals. This result was a fair reflection of the match. Before this, they suffered a 4-0 defeat to Philadelphia Union. This was despite five consecutive away wins. Their game against New York City FC ended in a 1-1 draw, with Benteke scoring from the penalty spot.

Nashville SC – DC United – Head to Head

The last match between Nashville SC and DC United was on July 13, 2024. DC United won 2:1. In their last 7 matches, Nashville SC has won 4 times, while DC United has won once. Nashville SC has won their last 3 home matches against DC United. They have not lost in 6 of their last 7 matches against them.

Nashville SC – DC United – Standings

Nashville SC and DC United are closely matched in the standings. Both have played 31 games. Nashville SC is 25th with 33 points. DC United is 23rd with 34 points. Both teams were expected to be mid-table competitors. This match is crucial for climbing the rankings and achieving pre-season ambitions.

Nashville SC vs DC United – Top scorers

Nashville SC’s attack is led by Sam Surridge, with 11 goals this season. Hany Mukhtar adds creativity with 6 goals. Teal Bunbury and Alex Muyl have 3 and 2 goals, respectively. Tyler Boyd has also contributed with a brace.

Christian Benteke is DC United’s main threat with 21 goals. Gabriel Pirani has added 4 goals from midfield. Cristian Dajome and Jared Stroud have 3 goals each. Mateusz Klich has scored 2 goals, adding depth to their attack.

Nashville SC vs DC United – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Nashville SC win at 2.20, a draw at 3.80, and a DC United win at 3.00. Nashville’s strong record and home advantage are key factors. Despite close standings, Nashville’s historical performance and solid defense make them favorites. Key player availability could influence the outcome.

For alternative bets, the “halftime-fulltime” option for Nashville to lead and win is at 2.75. “Draw-no-bet” for Nashville is at 1.667. The “double-chance” market for Nashville to win or draw is at 1.364. These options cater to various betting strategies.

Nashville SC vs DC United – Over/Under Betting

The teams have averaged 2.71 goals per game in their recent meetings. Nashville SC’s last five matches saw 7 goals, while DC United’s had 18. Both teams have defensive weaknesses. The “Over 2.5” bet at 1.571 is appealing, given DC United’s high-scoring games. The “Under 2.5” bet at 2.35 suits those considering Nashville’s recent lower-scoring games and the under 3.5 trend in their last three meetings.

Nashville SC vs DC United – BTTS Betting

Both teams have shown offensive capabilities, with both scoring in 3 of their last 4 matchups. Odds of 1.50 for “BTTS: Yes” and 2.50 for “BTTS: No” reflect this trend. Nashville SC has scored in most of their recent games. DC United’s last five away games have seen both teams scoring. “BTTS: Yes” at 1.50 is a promising bet for this match.

Nashville SC vs DC United – Prediction