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Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati prediction

MLS ยท Sun ยท 00:30 โ€” our model's pick, the best available price and how the market is priced.

Odds and data refreshed Aug 24, 2026 ยท how we work

Our prediction

MLS ๐Ÿ•’ Sun ยท 00:30
Our tip
Nashville SC to win
Odds
1.96
โ˜… Official pick โ€” published to our graded record ยท backed by our goal model
ConfidenceValue ยท 53%
AI Value edge 4.52% ยท best price at LeoVegas (SE)
Bet at LeoVegas (SE)

Key factors behind our tip

01

Nashville SC are favourites at 1.96, implying roughly 51% chance, while FC Cincinnati at 3.55 imply about 28%.

02

The draw is priced at 4.0, or approximately 25% implied probability, making a stalemate the least likely single outcome.

03

Our model gives Nashville a 53% confidence read against the market's implied figure, producing a small value edge of around 3.15%.

04

No value picks cleared our threshold, so the recommended bet is a narrow lean rather than a strong signal.

Most likely scorelines

Both teams to score: 64%
ScoreModel chanceFair odds
2-1 9.6% 10.46
1-1 8.7% 11.53
2-0 7.5% 13.26
3-1 7.0% 14.22
1-0 6.8% 14.64
2-2 6.1% 16.47

From the same Poisson distribution behind our 1X2 and totals numbers, built on expected goals of 2.21 and 1.27. These six scorelines cover 46% of all outcomes โ€” the rest is spread thinly across dozens of possibilities, which is why correct-score betting is a longshot even when the model is right about the shape of the game.

Additional predictions

MarketOddsValue edgeConfidenceAI score
Draw (X) 4.53 +9.5% 24% 62

Model-scored alternatives to the main tip โ€” every market is ranked by value edge and win probability, not by potential payout.

Team form

NS Nashville SC WWWDL
23 Aug 26 vs Columbus Crew SC 3-2
19 Aug 26 @ New York Red Bulls 1-0
16 Aug 26 vs Inter Miami CF 4-1
1 Aug 26 @ D.C. United 2-2
26 Jul 26 @ Orlando City SC 0-1
FC FC Cincinnati DWDWL
22 Aug 26 vs Seattle Sounders FC 1-1
19 Aug 26 vs New York City FC 2-1
15 Aug 26 @ Orlando City SC 1-1
2 Aug 26 vs San Jose Earthquakes 4-2
25 Jul 26 @ Columbus Crew SC 1-2

Best odds across bookmakers

Bookmaker 1 ยท NSX2 ยท FC
1xBet 1.82 4.53 3.83
LeoVegas (SE) 1.96 4.00 3.55
BetOnline.ag 1.81 4.17 3.90
BetAnything 1.81 4.17 3.90
GTbets 1.81 4.11 3.94
Pinnacle 1.80 4.16 3.88

Prices as of our last refresh, best price per outcome highlighted. Books are ordered by margin โ€” the sharpest price-setters first โ€” not alphabetically.

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati: match preview

Nashville SC host FC Cincinnati in this MLS clash, and the market leaves little doubt about who it favours. LeoVegas prices Nashville at 1.96, which translates to a market-implied probability of around 51%, marking them as clear home favourites. FC Cincinnati are the outsiders at 3.55, implying roughly 28%, while the draw sits at 4.0, or about 25% in probability terms. Those figures point to a game the bookmakers see tilting toward the hosts, though the price is short of overwhelming. Our model lands on the same side, recommending Nashville SC to win at 1.96 with a market-implied confidence of 53% and a modest value edge of about 3.15%. That edge is slim rather than sizeable, so this is a lean toward the favourite rather than a standout play. No selections cleared our value threshold, which is worth keeping in mind before committing a stake to this fixture.

Verdict: The recommended play is Nashville SC to win at 1.96, backing the home favourite the market prices at roughly 51%. The value edge of about 3.15% is modest, so treat this as a moderate-risk lean rather than a strong conviction pick. Stake responsibly and within your limits.

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Best available 1X2 price per outcome across the bookmakers we track. Click a fixture for its full prediction.

Match FAQ

What is the prediction for Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati?+

Our tip is Nashville SC to win at odds of 1.96, with a 53% confidence rating.

Who is the favourite for Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati?+

Nashville SC are the favourites at 1.96 with LeoVegas, implying around a 51% chance. FC Cincinnati are the outsiders at 3.55, roughly 28% implied.

What are the draw odds for this MLS match?+

The draw is priced at 4.0, which equates to an implied probability of about 25%, making it the least likely of the three single outcomes.

Is there any betting value in this fixture?+

Our model flags a small value edge of around 3.15% on Nashville SC at 1.96, but no selection cleared our value threshold, so it is a narrow lean rather than a standout pick.

When does the match kick off?+

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati takes place Sun ยท 00:30 in the MLS.

โš ๏ธ Our AI model is still learning from match data. All predictions are experimental statistical estimates for information purposes only โ€” not financial advice and not an invitation to bet. Outcomes are never guaranteed. 18+ ยท Gamble responsibly.