San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 18/10 (Sunday), at PayPal Park (The Quakes Stadium), at 03:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, San Jose Earthquakes have won 2 time(s) and score 1.6 goals per match. Meanwhile, Nashville have won 4 time(s). Nashville have a 44.44% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville.

Overview San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville

Nashville are favourites, with a 44.44% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Nashville Soccer Club win are at 2.25 and a draw at 8.

In the Major League Soccer, San Jose Earthquakes have 13 win(s), 8 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 51 goal(s) scored and 41 conceded. The top scorer is Preston Judd, with 15 goal(s). On the other side, Nashville have 20 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 63 goal(s) scored and 22 conceded. Sam Surridge is the top scorer with 17 goal(s).

In the last 3 clashes between San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville, all had under 2.5 goals.

San Jose Earthquakes are unbeaten against Nashville in 4 matches.

San Jose Earthquakes are unbeaten in 8 matches in the MLS.

San Jose Earthquakes have conceded goals in their last 4 matches in the competition.

Nashville are unbeaten in 5 matches in the league.

In the last 3 matches involving Nashville, all had over 9.5 corners.

Head-to-head between San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville

In 4 clashes between San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville, the record is balanced: 0 win(s) for each side and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 28/04/2024, in the MLS. Score: Nashville 1-1 San Jose Earthquakes.

A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.

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San Jose Earthquakes: current form

San Jose Earthquakes have played 29 match(es) in the MLS.

See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:

• 13 win(s), 8 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.62 point(s) per match
• 51 goals scored (1.76 per match)
• Top scorer: Preston Judd (15 goal(s))

Nashville: current form

On the other side, Nashville are also in great form: a 69% win rate and 2.28 points per match in 29 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:

• 20 win(s), 6 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
• Performance: 2.28 point(s) per match
• 63 goals scored (2.17 per match)
• Top scorer: Sam Surridge (17 goal(s))

San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville key players

In the MLS, Preston Judd carries San Jose Earthquakes's attack with 15 goal(s).

The playmaker is Niko Tsakiris, leading in assists with 7. In the whole season, Preston Judd has 15 goal(s).

On the other side, Sam Surridge is the name that frightens the most for The Boys in Gold with 17 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Cristian Espinoza leads in assists with 13. In the whole season, Sam Surridge has accumulated 17 goal(s).

San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville statistics in the MLS

San Jose Earthquakes have an average of 11.14 corners and 2.21 cards per match. Nashville have 9.41 corners and 1.66 cards. The statistics for San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville are in the table below.

San Jose Earthquakes

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Nashville

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.62
  PPG
  2.28
• 45%
  Wins
  69%
• 55%
  First to Score
  79%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.76
  Scored/game
  2.17
• 1.41
  Conceded/game
  0.76
• 1.52
  xG
  1.52
• 1.47
  xGA
  1.23

Trends

• 66%
  Both Score
  45%
• 24%
  Clean Sheet
  48%
• 14%
  Failed to Score
  17%

Correct score prediction for San Jose Earthquakes 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: San Jose Earthquakes 1-2 Nashville. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.

Where to watch San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville

Check out where to watch the live match between Nashville and San Jose Earthquakes:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville

The line-ups for San Jose Earthquakes 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.

San Jose Earthquakes line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Nashville Soccer Club line-up

The Nashville starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville

Match: San Jose Earthquakes vs Nashville

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 03:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: PayPal Park (The Quakes Stadium)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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