Nashville vs Orlando City Prediction
🔊 The matchup between Nashville and Orlando City promises to be thrilling, given the current form of both teams. Nashville, sitting in third place in the standings, have shown mixed results in recent games but remain consistent at home. Orlando City impress with their five-match winning streak and display high attacking prowess. Both clubs are motivated to solidify their positions ahead of the final rounds of the championship. A crucial aspect will be the game tactics: can the hosts withstand the visitors' onslaught, or will we witness an open game with plenty of goals?
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 21 May 2025 and ended with a 2-3 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Orlando City were the hosts):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Nashville and Orlando City:
- 15 matches played;
- home victories - 4, away victories - 7, draws - 4;
- goals scored - 18 for Nashville, 23 for Orlando City;
- average goals in the 1st half - 1.4, in the 2nd half - 1.33;
- average total goals per match - 2.73.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Nashville Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with New York City hosting Nashville. The match concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Nashville vs New York City):
- possession percentage: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 12 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
Nashville continue to maintain a strong position at the top of the standings thanks to their organized play and home-field stability. Although recent matches have shown mixed results, the team maintains a solid defense, conceding an average of just 1.15 goals per game this season. Despite the attack not always firing on all cylinders, averaging around 1.63 goals per match, the squad displays character and can surprise opponents with unexpected moves in front of goal.
Match Results: Nashville
Orlando City Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Leagues Cup (home team - Deportivo Toluca, visitors - Orlando City SC). The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Orlando City vs Deportivo Toluca):
- possession percentage: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 5 vs 10;
- fouls: 9 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 1.
Orlando City are in top form, currently sitting in fourth place, just slightly behind today's opponents. The team excels both offensively-averaging 2.3 goals per game over the last ten matches-and defensively. Their nickname, "the Lions," perfectly encapsulates their style of play: aggressive pressing and rapid counterattacks are their signature traits. In their most recent head-to-head encounter, Orlando fell to Nashville with a 2-3 defeat.
Match Results: Orlando City
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Nashville
📝 The friendly against Aston Villa earlier in the season might have backfired for the team, as it was followed by two consecutive defeats. These were matches where they could have contested for points. While New York are strong at home, Nashville allowed them too much freedom, conceding many goals from a limited number of opportunities. There's work to be done with the playoffs approaching, but there's still time. Their defensive improvements over the season deserve praise, as what we see now is markedly different from two months ago.
⚽️ Sam Surridge has been a bit quieter lately, but every striker goes through slumps. The Englishman will likely make his mark again, perhaps in the decisive battles ahead.
❌ Daniel Lovitz might not play. The experienced player holds a significant role on the field.
Orlando City
📝 In many ways, Orlando resemble Nashville. Their attack is certainly similar, but their defense is less effective. They concede in nearly every match, which could be a concern heading into the upcoming playoffs. The next match will be telling, as it offers a chance to test certain tactics. These opponents have already faced off this season in a thrilling encounter. If Orlando can minimize errors in their own half, they could put up a fight. Their last MLS match saw them victorious over Sporting, and before that, they netted four goals against Inter Miami. Seven goals in two games is quite impressive.
⚽️ Martín Ojeda. The undisputed leader of their attack with 14 goals and 14 assists. Try to match that. However, he hasn't scored in the last two matches.
❌ No injury issues to report. The main squad is ready to deliver results.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 2; for visitors away - 4; number of draws - 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.4;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.53, while the visitors net 0.87.
First-Half Stats: Nashville (home) vs Orlando City (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- wins: 6 (46.15%) vs 6 (46.15%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 2 (15.38%);
- draws: 7 (53.85%) vs 5 (38.46%);
- Average goals scored: 1.23 vs 1.23;
- Average goals conceded: 0.15 vs 0.46.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 6;
- losses: 3 vs 0;
- draws: 4 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.4 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.3 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.2).
- Nashville have lost the 1st half in last 5 games against Orlando City (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 7, draws - 4.
Statistics: Nashville vs Orlando City
- matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- wins: 14 vs 13;
- win percentage: 52% vs 48%;
- losses: 8 vs 6;
- draws: 5 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 7;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
- Orlando City won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 away games against Nashville (MLS).
- Orlando City won with a +1.5 handicap in 30 of last 31 games.
- Orlando City won with a +1.5 handicap in 25 of last 26 games (MLS).
- Orlando City won with a +1.5 handicap in last 19 away games.
- Orlando City won with a +1.5 handicap in last 17 away games (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.2, the guests - 1.53;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.73;
- both teams scored: overall - 9; at the home team's field - 4.
Statistics: Nashville vs Orlando City
- average total in the tournament: 2.78 vs 3.26;
- average total goals scored: 1.63 vs 1.96;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.78 vs 0.96;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.85 vs 1;
- Nashville: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Orlando City: average total away in the tournament - 1.69;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 2.5) vs 2.3 (away - 1.5).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Nashville games against Orlando City.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 6 Nashville games against Orlando City (MLS).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Nashville games (MLS).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Nashville home games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
Nashville: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.11; at home field - 5.31;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.5; at home field - 4.75.
Orlando City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.44, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.5; away - 4.5.
- Nashville have taken under 6.5 corners in last 7 games against Orlando City (MLS).
- Nashville have taken under 6.5 corners in 15 of last 17 games.
- Nashville have taken under 6.5 corners in 14 of last 15 games (MLS).
- Nashville have taken under 6.5 corners in 11 of last 12 home games (MLS).
- Nashville have taken under 6.5 corners in 6 of last 7 home games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.4 (2.2 for home team and 2.2 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.86 (2.57 for home team and 2.29 for away team).
Nashville: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.74; at home - 1.54;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.8; at home - 1.5.
Orlando City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.04, away - 1.92;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; away - 2.75.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- both teams scored all-time - 9 times;
- on the home team’s field - 4 times.
Statistics: Nashville vs Orlando City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 15 vs 19;
- number of BTTS matches for Nashville at home - 6 (46%);
- number of BTTS matches for Orlando City away - 8 (62%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 9;
- BTTS matches for Nashville at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Orlando City away - 3 (75%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams are in good form, but Orlando City are currently showing more consistency and confidence this season. Considering their ability to create dangerous chances even against strong opponents, we can expect an entertaining match featuring both sides. The Lions' attack consistently breaks down opposing defenses, supporting the trend of both teams scoring, which has occurred twelve times in a row for the visitors. They also frequently participate in high-scoring games with over 2.5 goals (8 out of the last nine matches). A bet on both teams to score is recommended as the most likely outcome based on current data analysis.
Betting Tips: Nashville - Orlando City
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