Nashville SC (6-13-8) travel to face off against Atlanta United (8-12-7) on Saturday, September 14th. This match will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United is coming off a win in their previous match, while Nashville SC will be looking to get back on track from a loss to the Atlanta United. The match is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET.

Nashville SC vs Atlanta United

Nashville SC Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

In their last match, Nashville SC traveled to take on Orlando City SC, with the match ending in a 3-0 loss. Nashville was the heavy underdog in this match, with a money line payout of +480. The three goals fell short of the over/under goal line of 2.5 goals.

Nashville’s offense was led by Alex Muyl, who had a club-high four total shots and one shot on goal. Overall, Nashville took 11 shots, with their remaining four corners also leading to a shot.

On the defensive end, Nashville allowed three goals on Orlando’s seven total shots on goal. Joe Willis finished with four saves, and as a team, Nashville blocked four shots while intercepting nine passes.

Through 27 matches, Nashville SC has struggled mightily, going just 6-13-8, which has them sitting in 15th place in the Eastern Conference. They have dropped eight straight matches, including their last three, which came against Orlando City SC, Austin FC, and the Philadelphia Union. Overall, they have been favored in 12 matches, going 4-4-4, while they have been the underdog in 15 matches, going just 2-9-4. Following this match against Atlanta United, they will return home to take on the Chicago Fire FC on Thursday, September 19th.

Atlanta United Is Coming Off A Win

In their last match, Atlanta United traveled to take on Charlotte FC. Atlanta was the underdog in this match, with the over/under line at 3.5 goals. The clubs only scored one time, though, resulting in the under.

Ajani Fortune’s goal was the only goal Atlanta United scored on their six shots on goal. Xande Silva was the only player for Atlanta United to take more than one shot, as he finished with four shots but couldn’t score.

On the defensive end, Atlanta United was able to record a clean sheet, and Brad Guzan finished with six saves. As a defensive unit, they blocked six shots and intercepted eight passes.

Through 27 matches, Atlanta United has a record of 8-12-7, which has them in 10th place in the Eastern Conference. They have been slightly better at home, going 5-5-3, compared to 3-7-4 on the road. Over their last four matches, Atlanta has gone 2-1-1, with their only loss coming against the top team in the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Galaxy. After this match against Nashville SC, they will be back in action on September 18th, when they host Inter Miami CF. Currently, Atlanta is just one point behind D.C. United SC in the standings.

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 eight times, which is 39th in MLS. Hany Mukhtar is second on the club in goals scored, and he is also the leader in assists. His six assists are 31st in the league. This season, Nashville SC is averaging 0.9 goals per match, which is 29th in MLS. They have scored less than their season average in four straight matches. Their 3.5 shots on goal per match is 28th in the league, and they have had more corners than their opponents in 55.6% of their matches.

Atlanta United Offense Breakdown

Thiago Almada is the top scorer for Atlanta United this season with six goals, which is 53rd in MLS. Saba Lobzhanidze is the leader in shots on goal for Atlanta United and has scored six goals, which is 51st in MLS. He is also the leader in assists for Atlanta United and is 85th in MLS. On the season, Atlanta United is 21st in MLS in goals scored at 1.3 per match. They are 12th in shots on goal and 7th in corners. In 40.7% of their matches, Atlanta United has had fewer corners than their opponent. Their passing percentage is 13th in MLS at 84.0%.

Nashville SC Defense Breakdown

Heading into their match against Atlanta United, Nashville SC’s defense is 18th in the MLS in goals allowed per match (1.6). Over their last four matches, they have given up an average of 2.5 goals per match. They have struggled against Orlando City SC, giving up three goals to them twice this season. Overall, they are 8th in blocked shots and 10th in interceptions. Joe Willis is 10th in the league with six clean sheets.

Atlanta United Defense Breakdown

Heading into their match against Nashville SC, Atlanta United’s defense is 12th in MLS, allowing 1.4 goals per match. They are also 7th in blocked shots and 14th in interceptions. They have the fewest fouls in the league. Brad Guzan is 15th in clean sheets and 9th in saves. Over their last six matches, they have given up 11 goals, including five to Real Salt Lake. However, they have also posted two clean sheets during that stretch, including their most recent match against Charlotte FC.

Nashville SC vs Atlanta United Prediction

Coming into this match, both Atlanta United and Nashville SC have been below average in terms of scoring this season. Our projections have this one ending in a 1-1 draw, with a payout of +320. As for the best bet to score a goal, we like Aleksei Miranchuk for Atlanta United. Looking at the match, both teams are projected to finish with 12 shots, with four of Nashville’s shots coming on goal. Our top projected goal scorer for Nashville is Teal Bunbury.

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