Main prediction: Nashville to win
Alternative tip: Nashville to win and both teams to score
Other market: over 10.5 corners
New York Red Bulls and Nashville have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 20/08 (Thursday), at Red Bull Arena, at 00:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, New York Red Bulls have won 2 time(s) and score 1.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, Nashville have won 3 time(s). Nashville have a 33% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Nashville.
Prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Nashville
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Overview New York Red Bulls vs Nashville
Nashville are favourites, with a 33% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Nashville Soccer Club win are at 2.4 and a draw at 8.
In the Major League Soccer, New York Red Bulls have 7 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 30 goal(s) scored and 41 conceded. The top scorer is Julian Hall, with 9 goal(s). On the other side, Nashville have 13 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 39 goal(s) scored and 15 conceded. Sam Surridge is the top scorer with 12 goal(s).
New York Red Bulls have conceded goals in their last 17 matches in the competition.
In the last 3 matches involving New York Red Bulls, all had under 9.5 corners.
Nashville have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between New York Red Bulls and Nashville
In 8 clashes, New York Red Bulls have the advantage over Nashville: 3 win(s) against 1 and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 15/05/2025, in the MLS. Nashville won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for New York Red Bulls vs Nashville, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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New York Red Bulls: current form
New York Red Bulls are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 4 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.32 point(s) per match
30 goals scored (1.58 per match)
Top scorer: Julian Hall (9 goal(s))
Nashville: current form
On the other side, Nashville are also in great form: a 68% win rate and 2.26 points per match in 19 matches in the MLS.
In their last 5 across all competitions: 3 win(s) and 1 defeat(s).
See more of their performance in the Major League Soccer:
13 win(s), 4 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
Performance: 2.26 point(s) per match
39 goals scored (2.05 per match)
Top scorer: Sam Surridge (12 goal(s))
New York Red Bulls vs Nashville key players
In the MLS, Julian Hall carries New York Red Bulls's attack with 9 goal(s).
The playmaker is Cade Cowell, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Julian Hall has 9 goal(s).
On the other side, Sam Surridge is the name that frightens the most for The Boys in Gold with 12 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Cristian Espinoza leads in assists with 7. In the whole season, Sam Surridge has accumulated 12 goal(s).
New York Red Bulls vs Nashville statistics in the MLS
New York Red Bulls have an average of 10.58 corners and 2.32 cards per match. Meanwhile, Nashville have 9.1 corners and 1.68 cards. See the numbers for New York Red Bulls vs Nashville in the table below.
New York Red Bulls
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W L L W |
1.2 |
| Home | W L D W L |
1.4 |
| Away | L L W W L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 44% | 30% |
| Goals | 3.74 | 3.78 | 3.7 |
| Scored | 1.58 | 1.78 | 1.4 |
| Conceded | 2.16 | 2 | 2.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 74% | 56% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 11% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 33% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 58% | 67% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.62 | 1.71 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.54 | 1.41 | 1.67 |
Nashville
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D L W W |
2 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | D L W D W |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 68% | 90% | 44% |
| Goals | 2.84 | 3.9 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 2.05 | 2.9 | 1.11 |
| Conceded | 0.79 | 1 | 0.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 70% | 22% |
| Without Conceding | 42% | 30% | 56% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 0% | 44% |
| 1st to Score | 58% | 90% | 56% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.55 | 1.14 |
|
xGA
|
1.25 | 1.24 | 1.26 |
More tips for New York Red Bulls vs Nashville
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Correct score prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Nashville
Nashville arrive with a better campaign and good attacking power. The visitors' favoritism in the odds is backed by the numbers. Exact score: New York Red Bulls 1-2 Nashville. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.
Where to watch New York Red Bulls vs Nashville
Check out where to watch the live match between Nashville and New York Red Bulls:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for New York Red Bulls and Nashville
The line-ups for New York Red Bulls 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 Red Bulls line-up
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2
Justin Che
Defender
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7
Cade Cowell
Forward
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10
Emil Forsberg
Forward
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12
Dylan Nealis
Defender
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14
Julián Medina
Defender
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15
Adri Mehmeti
Midfielder
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16
Julian Hall
Forward
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34
Ethan Horvath
Goalkeeper
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48
Ronald Donkor
Midfielder
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56
Matthew Dos Santos
Defender
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91
Mijahir Murillo
Forward
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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9
Sam Surridge
Forward
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10
Hany Mukhtar
Midfielder
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11
Elias Saad
Forward
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16
Matthew Corcoran
Midfielder
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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 Red Bulls vs Nashville
Match: New York Red Bulls vs Nashville
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 20/08/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Red Bull Arena
Broadcast: none scheduled
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