Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati – Match Preview

Nashville SC will welcome FC Cincinnati at Geodis Park for an exciting Major League Soccer match on Friday, September 22nd. The game is set to start at 00:30 GMT. Nashville SC, currently 23rd in the standings, is eager for a win to improve their position. FC Cincinnati, in second place, aims to continue their strong performance. Both teams are looking forward to this match, with Nashville seeking a victory to boost their season, and FC Cincinnati aiming to keep up their title challenge.

Nashville SC – Form

Nashville SC’s performance has been inconsistent recently. Their last game on September 19, 2024, ended in a 1:0 win against Chicago Fire FC. This victory took place at Geodis Park. Sam Surridge scored the only goal, meeting bookmakers’ expectations. Before this win, they secured a 2:0 victory against Atlanta United, surprising many. However, they faced a setback in the match before, losing 3:0 to Orlando City. This period has been challenging for the team.

FC Cincinnati – Form

FC Cincinnati has shown mixed results in their recent away games. They won 2:1 against Minnesota United on September 19, 2024, at Allianz Field. This victory was unexpected. However, they were defeated 2:0 by Inter Miami CF, which was anticipated. Between these games, they managed a goalless draw against Columbus Crew. Scoring has been difficult for Cincinnati, especially against strong defenses.

Nashville SC – FC Cincinnati – Head to Head

The last encounter between Nashville SC and FC Cincinnati was on May 29, 2024. Nashville SC won 2-0. In their past 10 meetings, Nashville SC has won 4 times, FC Cincinnati 3 times, and 3 matches ended in draws. This gives Nashville a slight advantage in their head-to-head record. In the last 5 matches between them, goals were scored by both teams in 3 games. Nashville SC has been a formidable opponent for FC Cincinnati, scoring in 10 of their last 11 meetings and avoiding defeat in 6 of their last 8 games.

Nashville SC – FC Cincinnati – Standings

The standings show Nashville SC in 23rd place with 32 points from 29 matches. This performance is below their preseason expectations. They have struggled to score, with a goal difference of -15. FC Cincinnati is in a much better position, in 2nd place with 55 points from the same number of games. They have lived up to their preseason expectations and aim to strengthen their position further. The 23-point gap highlights the different paths these teams have taken this season.

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati – Top scorers

Nashville SC’s attack is led by Sam Surridge, who has scored 9 goals this season. Hany Mukhtar follows with 6 goals. Teal Bunbury and Alex Muyl have contributed 3 and 2 goals, respectively. Tyler Boyd has also added 2 goals. FC Cincinnati’s top scorer is Luciano Acosta with 11 goals. Yuya Kubo has scored 10 goals. Luca Orellano has added 8 goals, while Kevin Kelsy has 6. Pavel Bucha has scored 4 goals, showcasing the team’s scoring ability.

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers offer odds of 2.88 for a Nashville SC win, 3.40 for a draw, and 2.45 for an FC Cincinnati win. Despite Nashville’s home advantage, FC Cincinnati is favored due to their higher league position and form. Nashville’s recent losses and lower rank also affect the odds. However, Nashville has historically had a slight edge. For alternative betting markets, the “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” options provide interesting odds. The “double-chance” market is also available for those betting on a Nashville win or draw.

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals option is priced at 1.75, indicating an expectation of a high-scoring game. Nashville SC and FC Cincinnati have a history of scoring against each other. Nashville has conceded 44 goals in 29 matches, while FC Cincinnati has scored 50 in the same number of games. Given FC Cincinnati’s attacking strength and Nashville’s defensive issues, the “Over 2.5” option may appeal to bettors. The “Under 2.5” goals option, at 2.05, suits those expecting a tighter game.

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati – BTTS Betting

Odds for both teams to score (“BTTS: Yes”) are at 1.615. “BTTS: No” is at 2.20. In their last 10 meetings, both teams scored in 6 matches. Nashville SC has been scoring at home, despite recent losses. FC Cincinnati has a strong away scoring record. Given these factors, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.615 could be a likely outcome for bettors in this Major League Soccer match.

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati – Prediction