Nashville SC vs New York City Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | MLS 2025

Tennessee gear up to host the New York outfit.

The MLS Eastern Conference fixture takes us to the Geodis Park Stadium in Tennessee, where Nashville SC and New York City lock horns against each other.

The Boys in Gold have kick-started the MLS season on a positive note so far. In the 15 matches they have played, they have managed to win eight games. With 27 points under their belt, the Tennessee outfit find themselves in the third position.

A win in the next game could see them level the table toppers, Philadelphia Union, in points. After settling for a goalless draw against DC United, they edged past Orlando City in the US Open Cup Round of 16 clash before winning their recent encounter against Toronto FC.

The Pigeons, representing the megacity of New York, are placed sixth in the MLS Eastern Conference points table. A win in the next game could propel them to as high as the third spot. They are coming after registering a statement win against the ten-man Chicago Fire in their most recent encounter.

The Pigeons’ hope of advancing further in the US Open Cup got demolished after Pittsburgh Riverhounds handed them a slender 1-0 defeat in the Round of 32 clash. They would be looking forward to continuing their excellent run in the MLS with a win over Nashville.

Kick-off: 

• Location: Nashville, USA
• Stadium: Geodis Park Stadium
• Date: Sunday, 1 June
• Kick-off Time: 2:00 AM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form: 

Nashville (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-W

New York (in all competitions): W-W-D-L-L

Players to watch :

Sam Surridge (Nashville)

Samuel Surridge, the 26-year-old English striker from Berkshire, has risen through the ranks of the AFC Bournemouth youth setup. He honed his skills at various clubs like Stoke City and Nottingham Forest before making a move to North America.

He joined Nashville in 2023. Since then, he has made 50 appearances and scored 20 goals for the Boys in Gold. He was also part of the Nashville outfit that stood as the runners-up in the League Cup in 2023.

Sam Surridge has been voted as your @Heineken_US Man of the Match 🦸‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/Cvk3yF7ILT

— Nashville SC (@NashvilleSC) May 25, 2025

Maximiliano Moralez (New York City FC)

The 38-year-old veteran Argentine attacking midfielder has plied his trade with former Europa League Champions, Atalanta BC, during his tenure of four years. He rendered his services to the Pigeons for almost half a decade before departing to his country to play for Racing.

After a few matches in the Argentine top division, he returned to New York. He has been a vital player for the outfit over the years, strengthening the attack while also offering stability in the midfield.

Maxi Moralez Named Fans’ Player of the Year for Second-Successive Year at #NYCFCAwards READ ➡️ https://t.co/VxEmgRHGNp #NYCFC pic.twitter.com/tgKLmHtPYF

— New York City FC (@newyorkcityfc) October 2, 2019

Match facts

• Nashville won four of their last five matches.
• New York won two of their last five matches.
• They are coming after a win over Chicago.

Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – New York to win the match.
• Tip 2 – Surridge to score first
• Tip 3 – Nashville 1-2 New York

Injury and team news

Nashville’s list of absentees includes Tyler Boyd and Walker Zimmerman

New York will miss the presence of Keaton Parks in the upcoming game.

Head-to-head record

Total matches – 06

Nashville won – 03

New York won – 02

Matches drawn – 01

Predicted lineup

Nashville predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Willis (GK); Najar, Palacios, Maher, Lovitz; Shaffelburg, Yazbek, Tagseth, Muyl; Mukhtar, Surridge

New York predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Freese (GK); Gray, Martins, Haak, Risa; O’Niell, Shore; Fernandez, Moralez, Wolf; Martinez

Match prediction

Looking at New York’s determination to ascend higher in the points table, we expect the away side to win this game and equalise their immediate opponents, Nashville, in points. We are hoping to see a late comeback win from the Pigeons.

Prediction: Nashville 1-2 New York

Telecast Details

All MLS 2025 matches are telecasted on Apple TV worldwide

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