Inter Miami CF (12-3-5) travel to face off against Nashville SC (6-5-8) on Saturday, June 29th. This match will be played at Geodis Park in Nashville, TN. Both club’s come into this one having won their previous match. The match starts at 8:30 PM ET.
Inter Miami CF vs Nashville SC
Inter Miami CF Is Coming Off A Win
Inter Miami CF will be looking to build off their 2-1 win over the Columbus Crew. This match took place on their home pitch, and they went into the game as the +195 underdog. The three combined goals were just below the over/under line of 3.5 goals.
On offense, Inter Miami CF was led by Leonardo Campana and Ian Fray, who each scored one time. Campana took a total of five shots and three on target. Fray took three shots and overall; as a club, Inter Miami CF had seven shots on target on their 12 total shots.
Drake Callender was the keeper between the sticks for Inter Miami CF, and he finished with three saves on the four shots on target he faced. Overall, the defense intercepted 13 passes and blocked three shots.
Through 20 matches, Inter Miami CF has the best record in the Eastern Conference at 12-3-5. They have won two straight matches and have gone 3-1-1 in their last five matches. Overall, they have been favored in 14 matches, going 8-2-4, while going 4-1-1 in matches as the underdog. On the road, Inter Miami CF has been strong, going 6-1-2. Their next match will be on July 3rd vs. Charlotte FC.
Nashville SC Is Coming Off A Win
In their last match, Nashville SC hosted New York City FC and picked up a 1-0 win. The money line payout for Nashville was +148, and the one goal scored fell short of the over/under goal line of 2.5 goals.
Tyler Boyd was the only player for Nashville to score, taking two total shots and one shot on goal. Sam Surridge finished with the only assist, and as a club, Nashville took three shots on goal and seven shots overall.
On the defensive end, Nashville didn’t allow a single shot on goal, and Joe Willis finished with a clean sheet. Willis’ clean sheet came despite New York City FC having five total corners and Nashville’s defense only intercepting seven passes.
Through 19 matches, Nashville SC is 7th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 6-5-8. They have won two straight matches and have gone 3-1-1 in their last five matches. Overall, they have been slightly better at home, going 4-2-5 compared to 2-3-3 on the road. Next up, they will take on the Columbus Crew on July 3rd.
Inter Miami CF Offense Breakdown
Inter Miami CF’s offense has been the most potent in the MLS this season, averaging 2.2 goals per match. They are also fourth in shots on goal, and Lionel Messi has been the catalyst for their attack, leading the team in assists and ranking fourth in goals scored. Luis Suarez has been their top scorer, finding the back of the net 12 times, which is fifth in the league. He also leads the team in shots on goal and is seventh in the MLS in that category.
Nashville SC Offense Breakdown
Sam Surridge is the top goal scorer for Nashville SC this season, as he has found the back of the net seven times, which is 27th in the MLS. He also leads the club in shots on goal, as he has 14. Hany Mukhtar is the leader in assists for Nashville SC, as he has six on the year, which is 13th in the league. He also has four goals, which is second on the club and 73rd in the MLS. For the season, Nashville SC is 25th in the MLS in goals scored, as they average 1.2 per match.
Inter Miami CF Defense Breakdown
Inter Miami CF’s defense has been up and down over their last five matches, but they have been trending in the right direction of late. They have given up just five goals over their last three matches, and they are coming off a match where they held the Columbus Crew to just one goal. On the season, they are 15th in goals allowed, and they are 26th in blocked shots. They will be facing a Nashville SC offense that is 25th in goals scored this season. Drake Callender is 10th in MLS with four clean sheets this season.
Nashville SC Defense Breakdown
Heading into their match against Inter Miami CF, Nashville SC’s defense is coming off a strong stretch of play, as they have given up just four goals over their last seven matches. This includes three shutouts, and they have not given up more than one goal in a match since June 2nd. Overall, they are 8th in goals allowed, and they are 15th in blocked shots. Joe Willis is 4th in clean sheets this season, and he is 19th in saves.
Inter Miami CF vs Nashville SC Prediction
Our projection for this Inter Miami CF vs. Nashville SC matchup is a 1-1 draw, which is listed at +295. Taking a look at our projections for shots on goal, both teams are near the top of the league in terms of shooting percentage. Lionel Messi is our top projected goal scorer for Inter Miami CF, while Teal Bunbury has the best odds to score for Nashville SC. Look for each team to finish with three shots on goal, as this one ends in a 1-1 draw.
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Last updated:June 28, 2024 Inter Miami CF, Nashville SC