Main prediction: both to score
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
A clash with history. New York City FC and Nashville are synonymous with rivalry and now they meet again this 05/09, at Yankee Stadium, at 00:30.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, New York City FC have won 0 time(s). Nashville have won 4. New York City FC have a 37% probability of winning according to the sportsbooks.
Check out the probable line-ups here, where to watch and the prediction for New York City FC vs Nashville in the MLS 2026.
Prediction for New York City FC vs Nashville
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Overview New York City FC vs Nashville
New York City FC are favourites, with a 37% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Nashville Soccer Club win are at 2.85 and a draw at 4.05.
In the Major League Soccer, New York City FC have 7 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 36 goal(s) scored and 31 conceded. The top scorer is Nicolás Fernández, with 14 goal(s). On the other side, Nashville have 16 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 47 goal(s) scored and 17 conceded. Sam Surridge is the top scorer with 13 goal(s).
In the last 4 clashes between New York City FC and Nashville, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 clashes between New York City FC and Nashville, the first half had 2 or more goals.
In the last 6 clashes between New York City FC and Nashville, all had under 9.5 corners.
New York City FC have conceded goals in all of their last 7 clashes against Nashville.
New York City FC are winless in 5 matches in the competition.
New York City FC have conceded goals in their last 9 matches in the competition.
In the last 3 matches involving New York City FC, all had under 9.5 corners.
Nashville are unbeaten in 5 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between New York City FC and Nashville
In 9 clashes, Nashville have the advantage over New York City FC: 4 win(s) against 3 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 24/05/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: Nashville 2-1 New York City FC.
This data can contextualise the predictions for New York City FC vs Nashville, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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New York City FC: current form
New York City FC have played 22 match(es) in the MLS.
See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 7 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.27 point(s) per match
36 goals scored (1.64 per match)
Top scorer: Nicolás Fernández (14 goal(s))
Nashville: current form
On the other side, Nashville are also in great form: a 73% win rate and 2.36 points per match in 22 matches in the MLS.
In their last 5 across all competitions: 4 win(s) and 0 defeat(s).
See more of their performance in the Major League Soccer:
16 win(s), 4 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
Performance: 2.36 point(s) per match
47 goals scored (2.14 per match)
Top scorer: Sam Surridge (13 goal(s))
New York City FC vs Nashville key players
In the MLS, Nicolás Fernández carries New York City Football Club's attack with 14 goal(s).
The playmaker is Maxi Moralez, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Nicolás Fernández has 14 goal(s).
On the other side, Sam Surridge is the name that frightens the most for The Boys in Gold with 13 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Cristian Espinoza leads in assists with 9. In the whole season, Sam Surridge has accumulated 13 goal(s).
New York City FC vs Nashville statistics in the MLS
New York City FC have an average of 8.23 corners and 1.82 cards per match. Meanwhile, Nashville have 9.5 corners and 1.73 cards. See the numbers for New York City FC vs Nashville in the table below.
New York City FC
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L L D |
0.6 |
| Home | L D W W L |
1.4 |
| Away | D D L W L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 32% | 36% | 27% |
| Goals | 3.05 | 3.91 | 2.18 |
| Scored | 1.64 | 2.27 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.41 | 1.64 | 1.18 |
| Both Teams to Score | 73% | 73% | 73% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 18% | 9% |
| Failed To Score | 14% | 9% | 18% |
| 1st to Score | 59% | 82% | 36% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.55 | 1.17 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.36 | 1.52 |
Nashville
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W W D |
2.6 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | W D L W D |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 73% | 92% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.91 | 4 | 1.6 |
| Scored | 2.14 | 3 | 1.1 |
| Conceded | 0.77 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 45% | 67% | 20% |
| Without Conceding | 45% | 33% | 60% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 0% | 40% |
| 1st to Score | 59% | 92% | 60% |
|
xG
|
1.4 | 1.6 | 1.15 |
|
xGA
|
1.24 | 1.22 | 1.27 |
More tips for New York City FC vs Nashville
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Correct score prediction for New York City FC vs Nashville
The favoritism in the odds points to New York City FC. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: New York City FC 1-0 Nashville. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch New York City FC vs Nashville
Check out where to watch the live match between Nashville and New York City FC:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for New York City FC and Nashville
The line-ups for New York City FC vs Nashville in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
New York City Football Club line-up
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2
Nico Cavallo
Defender
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6
James Sands
Midfielder
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7
Nicolás Fernández
Forward
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8
Andrés Perea
Midfielder
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9
Bénie Traore
Forward
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13
Thiago Martins
Defender
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20
Luighi Santos
Forward
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26
Agustin Ojeda
Forward
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35
Mitja Ilenčič
Defender
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49
Freese Matthew
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55
Keaton Parks
Midfielder
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Nashville Soccer Club line-up
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3
Maxwell Woledzi
Defender
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4
Jeisson Murillo
Defender
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7
Cristian Espinoza
Forward
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8
Patrick Yazbek
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9
Sam Surridge
Forward
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10
Hany Mukhtar
Midfielder
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11
Elias Saad
Forward
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20
Edvard Sandvik Tagseth
Midfielder
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27
Reed Baker-Whiting
Defender
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31
Andy Najar
Defender
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99
Brian Schwake
Goalkeeper
The Nashville starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for New York City FC vs Nashville
Match: New York City FC vs Nashville
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 05/09/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Yankee Stadium
Broadcast: none scheduled
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