Preview: Nashville SC vs Inter Miami Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Concacaf Champions Cup 2026 Round of 16 first leg

The Herons dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

Nashville SC are now going to battle it out against Inter Miami CF for their first leg round of 16 contest of the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. This is going to be an interesting outing, taking place at the GEODIS Park.

The Coyotes will be at home, but the upcoming contest is not going to be an easy one for them. They have already been a part of two matches in the continental competition and will now be gearing up for a tough one. Their last few results against the Herons have not been the best and this might keep them under pressure for their next one.

Inter Miami have secured back-to-back wins in their last two matches and will be eager to extend their winning run. They would now like to keep the momentum going. Despite not being at home, the Herons will be fully confident and will be once again looking to outplay the Coyotes. A win here is surely going to keep them at an advantage at the home leg.

Kick-off:

• Location: Nashville, Tennessee, USA
• Stadium: GEODIS Park
• Date: Thursday, March 12
• Kick-off Time: 05:00 AM IST (Wednesday, March 11; 11:30 PM GMT/ 06:30 PM ET/ 03:30 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Nashville: W-W-W-D-W

Miami: L-W-W

Players to Watch

Sam Surridge (Nashville)

In just the last three matches for Nashville SC, Sam Surridge has scored five goals and will be gearing up to help his side in the attacking front. He is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence due to his current run of form. The 27-year-old from England will be keen to come up with a top performance here.

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

Lionel Messi doubled the lead for DC United, which eventually led Inter Miami to a win in their last MLS fixture. He will be eager to be involved in the final third. The 38-year-old Argentine great is in good form. He has scored four goals in the last three games for the Herons.

SI CAPITÁN! 🫡⚽️ Golazo de Leo Messi para duplicar el marcador 🔥 pic.twitter.com/e5w7NBUS2b

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) March 7, 2026

Match Facts

• Nashville SC are undefeated in their last five matches.
• Inter Miami are on a two-game winning run.
• The Herons have defeated the Coyotes four times in their last five attempts.

Nashville vs Inter Miami: Betting Tips and Odds

• Inter Miami to win
• Leo Messi to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Nashville SC might miss out on the services of Xavier Valdez, due to a lack of fitness.

Sergio Reguilón is not going to be in action for Inter Miami. He is injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 19

Nashville won: 5

Miami won: 10

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineups

Nashville predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Schwake (GK); Najar, Palacios, Woledzi, Lovitz; Yazbek, Tagseth; Espinoza, Mukhtar, Muyl; Surridge

Inter Miami predicted lineup (4-1-3-2)

St. Clair (GK); Mura, Falcon, Micael, Allen; Bright; De Paul, Segovia, Silvetti; Messi, Berterame

Match Prediction

These sides are going to produce an entertaining clash. Inter Miami CF are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Nashville SC in their upcoming round of 16 clash of the Concacaf Champions Cup.

Prediction: Nashville 2-3 Inter Miami

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

USA: TUDN USA

Mexico: Fox One

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