MLS · Saturday, 07/11/2026 · 22:00
FC Cincinnati vs Nashville SC Prediction, Tips & Odds
Team pages: FC Cincinnati · Nashville SC
Full time 0-2 · Tip “Under 3.5 goals” won
Odds may change before kick-off · 18+ · not betting advice
On Saturday (7 November, 22:00), Cincinnati face Nashville in front of their own fans.
The situation: Cincinnati are playing out the season – Nashville sit top of the table
After 32 games, Cincinnati are in position 18 with 43 points. Nashville have collected 74 points and sit in position 1. Goal difference: 65-72 for Cincinnati, 69-25 for Nashville. Cincinnati have nothing left to play for in the table.
Form guide Cincinnati: Inconsistent at home
At home they recently beat Philadelphia Union (1-0). There were also defeats against Columbus Crew (0-2) and New England Revolution (2-3). Cincinnati picked up 1 win from their last 5 home games, averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.8 conceded.
Form guide Nashville: Inconsistent on the road
On the road, Nashville recently played 2-0 at Montréal, 1-1 at San Jose Earthquakes and 4-1 at Austin. Record in the last 5 away games: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat, 10-6 goals. Nashville scored in every one of those games.
Cincinnati at home, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Nashville away, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Head-to-head: Goals expected
The only meeting in the last two seasons ended 4-0 to Nashville (Nashville vs Cincinnati, 30/08/2026).
- 30/08/2026 Nashville SC – FC Cincinnati 4-0
Injuries and suspensions
Cincinnati are without: Kevin Denkey (suspended), Tyrell Malacia (injury).
Nashville are without: Malachi Molina (ineligible), C. Applewhite (injury).
Late absences on matchday may not be included yet.
MLS table
| Pos | Team | P | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 33 | 69-25 | 74 |
| 2 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 33 | 72-34 | 61 |
| 3 | Inter Miami | 33 | 77-56 | 59 |
| 16 | Colorado Rapids | 33 | 46-47 | 43 |
| 17 | Seattle Sounders | 33 | 42-45 | 43 |
| 18 | FC Cincinnati | 32 | 65-72 | 43 |
| 19 | Orlando City | 33 | 62-78 | 43 |
| 20 | Real Salt Lake | 33 | 51-51 | 42 |
Cincinnati vs Nashville odds
The bookmakers expect a close game. Home win 2.65, draw 3.60 and a Nashville win 2.25. Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.45.
| Bet | Odds | implied by odds | our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati to win | 2.65 | 34% | 33% |
| Draw | 3.60 | 25% | 25% |
| Nashville to win | 2.25 | 40% | 43% |
| Double chance 1X | 1.55 | 60% | 57% |
| Double chance X2 | 1.33 | 66% | 67% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.10 | 83% | 82% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.45 | 63% | 61% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.45 | 37% | 39% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.15 | 43% | 40% |
| Under 3.5 goals | 1.60 | 57% | 60% |
“Implied by odds”: the probability contained in the odds (without the bookmaker margin). “Our view”: the odds and our statistical model combined.
Betting tip & prediction: Cincinnati vs Nashville
In short: We are backing Under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.60. Our score prediction: 1-1. We put the chance at around 60%, while the odds imply only 57%. That is where the value in this bet lies.
For
- Only 2 of Cincinnati’s last 5 home games had three or more goals.
Against
- Away from home, Nashville saw three or more goals in 3 of 5 games.
- There are outliers: one of these games recently had 6 goals.
Tip: Under 3.5 goals · Odds 1.60 · Prediction 1-1 · Risk medium
FAQ: Cincinnati vs Nashville
When do Cincinnati play Nashville?
Kick-off is on Saturday, 07/11/2026, at 22:00 (MLS).
Who are the favourites in Cincinnati vs Nashville?
Nashville are favourites: an away win pays 2.25, a home win 2.65.
What is the tip for Cincinnati vs Nashville?
Our tip is Under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.60. We expect a 1-1. Risk: medium.
How did recent meetings between Cincinnati and Nashville go?
The only meeting in the last two seasons ended 4-0 to Nashville (Nashville vs Cincinnati, 30/08/2026).
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