Today's top picks and bookie offers, free on TelegramToday's top picks, free on TelegramJoin

Nashville SC vs CF Montreal Prediction, Tips & Odds

Nashville SC vs CF Montreal

Major League SoccerRegular Season - 18
Nashville SC
#1 · Major League Soccer
DLWWW
1 - 0
Geodis Park
CF Montreal
#14 · Major League Soccer
DLLDW
★ OUR PICK
Nashville SC to Win
Strong home form and superior underlying numbers over CF Montreal make Nashville SC the value pick here.
Moneyline
1.55
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.49 (implied 67.1%) for Nashville SC to Win. Our experts calculate a 69.6% probability (an expert ratio of 1.44). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (69.6% vs 67.1%), driven by Nashville SC's stronger form and superior underlying numbers. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

Nashville SC is favoured to win against CF Montreal, with a projected scoreline of 2-0. Nashville currently sits at the top of the league table, having played 14 matches with an impressive record of 10 wins, 3 draws, and just 1 loss. They have scored 31 goals while conceding only 11, resulting in a goal difference of +20. This strong defensive record is complemented by their recent form, which includes three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches. In contrast, CF Montreal finds itself in 11th place, with a record of 4 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses from 14 matches. They have struggled significantly this season, scoring 22 goals but conceding 31, leading to a goal difference of -9. Their recent form shows some signs of improvement with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches, but they remain inconsistent overall. The model suggests a win probability of approximately 66% for Nashville SC, with a projected score of 2-0. However, one caveat to consider is the potential for Montreal to capitalize on any defensive lapses from Nashville. For a detailed breakdown of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is provided by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, which employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Nashville SC Win64%1.49
Draw19%4.39
CF Montreal Win17%6.02
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.7055.5%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.5957.7%

Combined goal output is high (3.2 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Nashville SC 2-1 CF Montreal
7.4313.6%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.6% probability.

Asian Handicap
Nashville SC -1.5
2.2544%

Nashville SC have been the stronger side, winning 55% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
2-1
7.43
13.6%
2-0
7.56
13.3%
1-1
7.86
12.8%
1-0
7.87
12.7%
3-0
10.46
9.7%
3-1
10.49
9.6%

Our model projects a 2-1 Nashville SC win as the most likely scoreline at 13.6% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Nashville SC clean sheets, in line with their 48% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Nashville SC
-0.0
1.18
CF Montreal
+0.0
4.60
Nashville SC
-0.5
1.46
CF Montreal
+0.5
5.40
Nashville SC
-1.5
2.25
CF Montreal
+1.5
12.00

Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. Nashville SC are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Nashville SC vs CF Montreal
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.474.506.001.572.381.622.15
Marathonbet
1.474.406.051.542.211.702.01
Betfair
1.444.606.001.572.381.752.05
Pinnacle
1.534.556.031.622.38
SBO
1.474.325.80
William Hill
1.444.205.501.732.00
Bet365
1.554.106.001.602.301.672.10
Unibet
1.494.106.751.582.301.682.07
Betano
1.554.606.201.652.321.722.05
Superbet
1.494.606.101.622.321.742.02
BetVictor
1.504.335.751.572.201.652.10

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
92.7%
Over 1.5 Goals
80.1%
Over 2.5 Goals
57.7%
Over 3.5 Goals
37.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XNashville SC or Draw
83%1.12
12Nashville SC or CF Montreal
81%1.18
X2Draw or CF Montreal
36%2.52

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Nashville SC leads 5-1)
5 Nashville SC4 Draw1 CF Montreal
Oct 25
CF Montreal
1-1
Nashville SC
Major League Soccer
Mar 25
Nashville SC
3-0
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
May 24
CF Montreal
0-0
Nashville SC
Major League Soccer
May 24
Nashville SC
4-1
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
Jun 23
CF Montreal
1-0
Nashville SC
Major League Soccer
Mar 23
Nashville SC
2-0
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
May 22
Nashville SC
2-1
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
Sept 21
CF Montreal
0-1
Nashville SC
Major League Soccer
Jun 21
Nashville SC
1-1
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
Apr 21
Nashville SC
2-2
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer

In the last 10 matches between Nashville SC and CF Montreal, Nashville SC has won 5 times, there have been 4 draws, and CF Montreal has won once. The scorelines indicate a generally favorable trend for Nashville SC, with several decisive victories, including a 4-1 win and a 3-0 win. The only win for CF Montreal came in June 2023, suggesting that they have struggled in recent encounters. The matches have often been competitive, with 4 draws, but overall, Nashville SC has demonstrated a stronger performance historically against CF Montreal.

Major League Soccer Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Nashville SC
18124235142140
DLWWW
1
Vancouver Whitecaps
17104338172134
DDLWL
2
Los Angeles FC
19104535191634
DWWWW
2
Inter Miami
18115245321338
DWWWW
3
New England Revolution
189362823530
LDWDL
3
San Jose Earthquakes
18103537241333
LDLWL
14
CF Montreal
1844102435-1116
DLLDD
15
Atlanta United FC
1833121933-1412
LLDLL
15
Sporting Kansas City
1842121846-2814
LLWLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Nashville SCHome
8W1D0L
9 playedGF 25 · GA 92.78 pts/game
CF MontrealAway
1W1D7L
9 playedGF 12 · GA 250.44 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Nashville SCCF Montreal
1.66Goals p.g.1.57
0.72Goals conceded p.g.1.86
48%Clean sheets18%
55%Win rate32%
2.38Avg goals in match3.43
0.91xG per game1.67
0.01xGA per game0.04
55%Possession %46%
2.9Shots on target / game4.8
4.4Corners per game6.0
Nashville SC
Recent Form

Nashville SC have won 10 of their last 15 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include beat Nashville SC 1-0 and beat Nashville SC 1-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 16W 8D 5L from the last 29 games (55% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Nashville SCAll competitions
01 Aug
DC United
2-2
Nashville SC
Major League Soccer
25 Jul
Orlando City SC
1-0
Nashville SC
Major League Soccer
23 Jul
Nashville SC
1-0
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
18 Jul
Nashville SC
1-0
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
24 May
Nashville SC
2-1
New York City FC
Major League Soccer
18 May
Nashville SC
3-2
Los Angeles FC
Major League Soccer
16
Win
55%
8
Draw
28%
5
Lost
17%
CF Montreal
Recent Form

CF Montreal have won 4 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 1 and losing 11. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Nashville SC 1-0 and beat Vancouver FC 1-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 9W 5D 14L from the last 28 games (32% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: CF MontrealAll competitions
01 Aug
CF Montreal
2-2
New England Revolution
Major League Soccer
25 Jul
CF Montreal
0-1
Inter Miami
Major League Soccer
23 Jul
Nashville SC
1-0
CF Montreal
Major League Soccer
16 Jul
CF Montreal
0-0
Toronto FC
Major League Soccer
12 Jul
CF Montreal
2-1
Vancouver FC
Canadian Championship
09 Jul
Vancouver FC
1-2
CF Montreal
Canadian Championship
9
Win
32%
5
Draw
18%
14
Lost
50%

Lineups

Confirmed

Nashville SC4-3-3Confirmed

22Josh BauerDEF
2Daniel LovitzDEF
4Jeisson PalaciosDEF
3Maxwell WoledziDEF
14Shakur MohammedFWD
10Hany MukhtarFWD
9Sam SurridgeFWD
99Brian SchwakeGK
16Matthew CorcoranMID
20Edvard TagsethMID
19Alex MuylMID
21Thomas WilliamsDEF
31Andy NajarDEF
5Jack MaherDEF
23Jordan KnightDEF
37Ahmed QasemFWD
17Woobens PaciusFWD
1Joe WillisGK
6Bryan AcostaMID
12Charles-Emile BrunetMID

CF Montreal4-3-3Confirmed

27Dawid BugajDEF
13Luca PetrassoDEF
4Brayan VeraDEF
2Jalen NealDEF
23Noah StreitFWD
9Prince OwusuFWD
18Hennadii SynchukFWD
1Sebastian BrezaGK
8Matthew LongstaffMID
21Fabian HerbersMID
22Victor LoturiMID
5Brandan CraigDEF
24Efraín MoralesDEF
17Dagur Dan ÞórhallssonDEF
14Daniel RiosFWD
29Olger EscobarFWD
41Samsy KeitaGK
25Frankie AmayaMID
26Ivan LosenkoMID
6Samuel PietteMID

Unavailable Players

8 players

Nashville SC5

C. Espinoza
Missing FixtureLower-Body Injury
J. Maher
QuestionableInjury
P. Yazbek
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
R. Baker-Whiting
Missing FixtureLower-Body Injury
W. Madrigal
Missing FixtureLower-Body Injury

CF Montreal3

B. Hidalgo
Missing FixtureGroin Injury
T. Gillier
Missing FixtureConcussion
W. Carmona
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Nashville SC Win1.49 (63.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.59 (57.7%)
Both Teams Score1.70 (55.5%)
Value Bets
Under 2.5 Goals2.31 (42.3%)
BTTS No2.06 (44.5%)
Speculative
Draw4.39 (19.4%)
CF Montreal Win6.02 (16.9%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Nashville SC have averaged 4.4 corners per match at home; CF Montreal 6.0 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.2 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Nashville SC have generated 0.91 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 55% of them. They put 2.9 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Nashville SC player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

What's Your Prediction?

Pick the result you expect

OUR PREDICTION
Nashville SC to Win

Do you agree with this prediction?

The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.