Nashville SC vs Orlando City SC Prediction & Betting Tips - Major League Soccer

Prediction published on 06/11/2023, 20:09  by Joseph King | Modified on 06/11/2023 at 22:04 in Major League Soccer Predictions

Seventh-seed Nashville SC will look to force a game three when they host second-seeded Orlando City in the Eastern Conference MLS Cup Playoffs first round. Orlando City took care of business on home soil in game one, securing a 1-0 victory to put themselves one win away from advancing to the next round. With the first round being a best-of-three series, Nashville are now faced with a win-or-go-home spot in front of their home fans. The winner of this tie takes on either Atlanta United or the Columbus Crew in the conference semifinals.

Nashville had their chances in game one but were ultimately unable to take advantage. The 1-0 loss was their second consecutive defeat after losing by the same scoreline at home to New York Red Bulls to end the regular season. Nashville have unfortunately gone cold at the worst possible time. They’ve now managed to win just once in their last seven matches overall and have suffered defeat in three of their last five. The saving grace will be their performances at Geodis Park this season where they have won nine, drawn four and lost four.

Orlando City come into this match on the opposite side of the coin as they’ve been scorching hot to end the regular season. Their win over Nashville in game one means that the Lions have now won their last five consecutive games on the spin. Orlando stormed up the table in the second half of the season, winning 12 of their final 16 league fixtures to secure the second seed. Playing away from home hasn’t been a problem for Oscar Pareja’s side as they finished with the best road record in the entire MLS.