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Nashville SC vs Inter Miami preview: next match kick-off and key details

The next Nashville SC match is a huge Eastern Conference showdown against Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer 2026 Regular Season - 19. This high-profile clash is scheduled to kick off on 2026-08-16T00:30:00Z at Geodis Park in Nashville, with the fixture currently listed as Not Started. For fans wondering when Nashville SC play next at home, this Nashville SC vs Inter Miami preview sets the stage for a meeting between the top two sides in the conference.

Nashville SC come into this game sitting 1st in the Eastern Conference with a strong record and formidable home form, while Inter Miami are close behind in 2nd place. With just two points separating the teams in the standings, this encounter could have a major impact on the race for seeding in the MLS play-offs. Recent head-to-head meetings across MLS and CONCACAF Champions League have been tight and often dramatic, adding extra intrigue to this heavyweight matchup.

Match details: date, kick-off & venue

  • Competition: Major League Soccer, Regular Season - 19
  • Date / Kick-off: 2026-08-16T00:30:00Z
  • Venue: Geodis Park, Nashville
  • Status: Not Started (Fixture has not started yet)

Standings & form

Nashville SC lead the Eastern Conference in Major League Soccer 2026, sitting 1st with 40 points from 18 matches (12 wins, 4 draws, 2 losses). They have scored 35 goals and conceded 14, for a goal difference of +21. Their recent league form reads DLWWW, underlining a strong run despite a recent dip. At Geodis Park they have been outstanding: 8 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses from 9 home games, with 25 goals scored and 9 conceded.

Inter Miami arrive in Nashville as serious challengers, placed 2nd in the Eastern Conference with 38 points from 18 matches (11 wins, 5 draws, 2 losses). They have netted 45 goals and allowed 32, giving a goal difference of +13. Their form line of DWWWW shows they are unbeaten in their last five league games and on a four-match winning streak. Away from home they have been excellent, with 8 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss in 10 road fixtures, scoring 24 and conceding 15.

Beyond the table, both sides show strong underlying numbers this season. Nashville SC have kept 8 clean sheets in league play, split between 3 at home and 5 away, and have yet to fail to score at home. They have also converted all 3 penalties awarded to them. Inter Miami have registered 4 clean sheets (1 at home, 3 away) and also boast a perfect 3/3 penalty conversion record. Nashville have most frequently lined up in 4-4-2, while Inter Miami have mixed systems, using 4-2-3-1 most often.

Head-to-head

  • 2026-03-18T23:00:00Z: Inter Miami 1–1 Nashville SC (CONCACAF Champions League)
  • 2026-03-11T23:30:00Z: Nashville SC 0–0 Inter Miami (CONCACAF Champions League)
  • 2025-11-09T01:00:00Z: Inter Miami 4–0 Nashville SC (Major League Soccer)
  • 2025-11-01T23:30:00Z: Nashville SC 2–1 Inter Miami (Major League Soccer)
  • 2025-10-25T00:00:00Z: Inter Miami 3–1 Nashville SC (Major League Soccer)
  • 2025-10-18T22:00:00Z: Nashville SC 2–5 Inter Miami (Major League Soccer)
  • 2025-07-12T23:45:00Z: Inter Miami 2–1 Nashville SC (Major League Soccer)
  • 2024-06-30T00:30:00Z: Nashville SC 1–2 Inter Miami (Major League Soccer)
  • 2024-04-20T23:30:00Z: Inter Miami 3–1 Nashville SC (Major League Soccer)
  • 2024-03-14T00:15:00Z: Inter Miami 3–1 Nashville SC (CONCACAF Champions League)

The head-to-head record in recent seasons has largely favoured Inter Miami, especially in Florida, where they have recorded several multi-goal home wins including 4–0, 3–1 and 3–1 scorelines in MLS and CONCACAF Champions League. However, Nashville SC have shown they can respond at Geodis Park, notably winning 2–1 in MLS on 2025-11-01 and holding Inter Miami to a 0–0 draw in continental competition on 2026-03-11. The most recent meeting, a 1–1 draw at Chase Stadium on 2026-03-18, underlines how competitive this fixture has become.

Team news & absences

For Nashville SC, P. Yazbek is listed as Missing Fixture with a Muscle Injury, ruling him out of this clash. A. Qasem is marked as Questionable due to an Injury, so his involvement remains uncertain.

Inter Miami will be without T. Allende, who is also flagged as Missing Fixture with a Knee Injury. Several players are doubtful: G. Berterame is Questionable with a Concussion, while Micael (Injury) and M. Silvetti (Shoulder Injury) are likewise listed as Questionable for this Nashville SC vs Inter Miami match.

Key players to watch

  • L. Messi (Inter Miami) — 13 goals and 7 assists in Major League Soccer 2026, making him a central creative and scoring threat for the visitors.
  • S. Surridge (Nashville SC) — 11 goals so far this season, providing a major focal point in attack for the hosts at Geodis Park.
  • C. Espinoza (Nashville SC) — 3 goals and 6 assists, a key supply line from wide areas and set pieces.
  • T. Segovia (Inter Miami) — 2 goals and 6 assists, contributing both in build-up play and final passes from midfield.

Prediction

The data-driven model for this Nashville SC vs Inter Miami prediction slightly leans towards the visitors avoiding defeat. The prediction percentages give 10% for a Nashville SC win, 45% for a draw, and 45% for an Inter Miami victory. The advised tip is a “Double chance: draw or Inter Miami”, reflecting Inter Miami’s strong away record and recent form, balanced against Nashville SC’s excellent home performances and current position at the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

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