Nashville SC hosts D.C. United in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup at Geodis Park. Nashville enters the game on a three-match winning streak, while D.C. United is winless in their last two matches, struggling to find attacking consistency.
Team Form & Standings
- Nashville SC (7-2-4, 23 PTS, 4th in Eastern Conference) – Nashville has been one of the strongest home teams in MLS, winning six matches at Geodis Park—more than any other club this season.
- D.C. United (3-6-4, 13 PTS, 12th in Eastern Conference) – D.C. United has struggled offensively, failing to score in their last two matches. They have conceded 18 of their 25 goals on the road, making them one of the weakest defensive teams away from home.
D.C. United won the last meeting between these teams, securing a 4-3 victory at Geodis Park in October 2024, scoring three goals in the final 15 minutes.
Key Players to Watch
Nashville SC
- Hany Mukhtar (MF) – Leads Nashville’s attack, providing creativity and goal-scoring ability.
- Sam Surridge (FW) – Has been in strong form, contributing key goals in recent matches.
- Walker Zimmerman (DF) – Defensive anchor, aiming to contain D.C. United’s attack.
D.C. United
- Christian Benteke (FW) – D.C. United’s top scorer, looking to break their scoring drought.
- Mateusz Klich (MF) – A midfield leader, controlling possession and dictating play.
- Pedro Santos (DF) – Defensive veteran, tasked with stopping Nashville’s attacking threats.
Game Strategy & Predictions
- Nashville SC’s Game Plan:
- Continue their dominant home form, where they have won four straight matches.
- Utilize Mukhtar’s creativity to break down D.C. United’s struggling defense.
- Maintain defensive discipline, as D.C. United has shown late-game resilience.
- D.C. United’s Game Plan:
- End their two-match scoring drought by regaining attacking momentum.
- Leverage Benteke’s physical presence to challenge Nashville’s backline.
- Exploit Nashville’s occasional defensive lapses, as seen in their last meeting.
MATCH ODDS
Nashville SC – 175 Draw + 310 D.C. United + 400
Over 2.5 – 165 Under 2.5 + 130
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025
