Nashville SC vs Austin FC – Match Preview

At Geodis Park, Nashville SC will welcome Austin FC for the opening round of Major League Soccer. The match is set for Saturday, August 25th, starting at 00:30 GMT. Nashville SC is currently in 23rd place with 26 points, and Austin FC is in the 17th spot with 31 points. Both teams have played 25 matches. They had modest hopes for a mid-table finish and a chance at the top six. This game is a key chance to move up in the standings and get closer to their season objectives.

Nashville SC – Form

Nashville SC’s recent performances have been disappointing. They managed a 1:1 draw against New England Revolution on August 6th. This result was surprisingly better than expected. Before that, they faced a 0:2 defeat at home against Mazatlan FC. Their performance fell short of expectations. On July 20th, they lost 3:0 to Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer. Daniel Gazdag scored three times in that match. These results have raised concerns about their consistency and recovery in future games.

Austin FC – Form

Austin FC’s recent away form has been unpredictable. They lost 2:0 to Los Angeles FC on August 8, 2024. This outcome was expected by bookmakers. Before this, they secured a 2:0 win against Monterrey, surpassing expectations. Their resilience shone in a 3:2 victory over Club Universidad Nacional. Once again, they exceeded predictions and showed their ability to win away from home.

Nashville SC – Austin FC – Head to Head

The last match between Nashville SC and Austin FC ended in a 1:1 draw on September 18, 2022. In their last 10 meetings, Nashville SC has won 2 times. Austin FC has not won any, and one match ended in a draw. This record shows Nashville SC’s superiority in these matchups. In the most recent 5 games, both teams scored in only the latest match. A common trend is the low-scoring nature of these games, with fewer than 3.5 goals in the last 3 encounters.

Nashville SC – Austin FC – Standings

As the Major League Soccer season progresses, Nashville SC and Austin FC are at a critical point. Nashville SC is 23rd with 26 points from 25 games. They aim to improve their standings as they host this match. Their season has been challenging, with a goal difference of -13. This shows they are performing below their initial expectations. Austin FC is in a slightly better position at 17th with 31 points from 25 games. They have a -9 goal difference and aim to widen the gap with Nashville SC. Both teams are striving to meet or exceed their season’s expectations in this crucial match.

Nashville SC vs Austin FC – Top scorers

Sam Surridge leads the attack for the home team with 8 goals this season. Hany Mukhtar has also been crucial, adding 5 goals from midfield. Teal Bunbury and Tyler Boyd have contributed 3 and 2 goals, respectively. Defender Jack Maher has also scored, showing his threat on set pieces.

For the visitors, Sebastian Driussi and Jader Obrian are the top scorers, each with 5 goals. Diego Rubio follows closely with 4 goals. Gyasi Zardes has scored 3 times, and defender Guilherme has added 2 goals. This ensures the home team’s defense will be tested in this match.

Nashville SC vs Austin FC – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Nashville SC win at odds of 2.15. This reflects their historical success against Austin FC. However, Nashville’s recent form is worrying, with eight consecutive losses. Austin FC, despite being lower in the standings, has a better recent record. They haven’t lost in 10 of their last 12 home games. With both teams eager to improve their standings, injuries and suspensions could be decisive. The odds suggest a close match, with Nashville slightly favored.

For those looking at alternative bets, the “halftime-fulltime” option at 2.75 for Nashville leading at halftime is appealing. The “draw-no-bet” at 1.533 for Nashville provides a safety net. The “double-chance” market offers a safer bet for Austin supporters, with odds of 1.286 for a draw or an away win.

Nashville SC vs Austin FC – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals odds are set at 1.80, indicating an expectation of a fairly high-scoring game. Previous meetings suggest fewer than 3.5 goals. Nashville SC’s recent form, with 26 goals scored and 39 conceded, suggests a cautious approach. Austin FC, with a better goal differential, might also play conservatively. The “Under 2.5” goals at odds of 2.00 offers an intriguing option for bettors, considering the teams’ standings and recent forms.

Nashville SC vs Austin FC – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are 1.667, indicating a fair chance of both teams scoring. In their last three meetings, this only happened once. Nashville has struggled to score, failing in 5 of their last 25 matches. Austin FC has been more successful in attack, with both teams scoring in 3 of their last 5 games. Given Nashville’s scoring difficulties and Austin’s better form, “BTTS: No” at 2.10 might be more probable.

Nashville SC vs Austin FC – Prediction