Nashville SC vs DC United predictions, May 09, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

5 months ago

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On May 9, 2026, Nashville SC will host DC United in what promises to be a compelling MLS matchup at home. Nashville SC enters this contest with a solid performance, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a resurgent form. Their proactive style of play, characterized by strong offensive coordination and an organized defensive structure, has allowed them to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

In contrast, DC United has struggled recently, winning only 1 of their last 5 games. This lack of consistency may stem from difficulties in both creating chances and maintaining defensive solidity. Nashville’s ability to control possession and apply pressure could exploit these vulnerabilities, particularly if DC fails to adapt.

The bookmakers favor Nashville with odds of 1.49 for a home win compared to 6.48 for an away victory, reflecting the statistical model’s prediction of a 66.2% chance of Nashville securing the win. However, in the unpredictable nature of soccer, DC United will be eager to turn their fortunes around. Ultimately, while Nashville holds the advantage based on recent form and tactical approach, the outcome remains uncertain, and surprises are always possible in the match.

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Nashville
61.8%

Draw
23%

DC United
15.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

1	X	2
1.55	4.2	6
1.55	3.95	6.4
1.58	4.22	6.19	Watch and Bet
1.53	3.8	5.5
1.54	4.11	6.01

Latest Results

02.05.26 Philadelphia Union – Nashville SC – 0:0
28.04.26 Nashville SC – Tigres UANL – 0:1
25.04.26 Nashville SC – Charlotte FC – 4:2
18.04.26 Atlanta United – Nashville SC – 0:2
14.04.26 Club América – Nashville SC – 0:1

03.05.26 New York City FC – DC United – 0:2
25.04.26 DC United – Orlando City – 3:2
22.04.26 New York Red Bulls – DC United – 4:4
18.04.26 Philadelphia Union – DC United – 0:0
15.04.26 DC United – One Knoxville SC – 3:4 penalties

Facts

The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nashville won 2.

Nashville is showing really good form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

DC United‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

DC United may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Nashville is the obvious favorite.

In the last 12 head-to-head matches, Nashville won 6 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 23:13. (average 1.9:1.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Nashville won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 16:8. (average 2.7:1.3).

Latest Head To Head

09.07.25 Nashville SC – DC United – 5:2
28.06.25 DC United – Nashville SC – 0:1
17.05.25 Nashville SC – DC United – 0:0
02.10.24 Nashville SC – DC United – 3:4
13.07.24 DC United – Nashville SC – 2:1

Standings

Main

Western Conference

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	San Jose Earthquakes	11	9	1	1	26:7	19	28
2	Vancouver Whitecaps	10	8	1	1	26:6	20	25
3	Los Angeles FC	11	6	3	2	19:8	11	21
4	Seattle Sounders	9	6	2	1	13:5	8	20
5	Minnesota United	11	6	2	3	14:16	-2	20
6	Real Salt Lake	10	6	1	3	19:14	5	19
7	FC Dallas	11	4	4	3	20:15	5	16
8	Houston Dynamo	10	5	0	5	13:18	-5	15
9	Colorado Rapids	11	4	1	6	22:19	3	13
10	Los Angeles Galaxy	11	3	4	4	16:17	-1	13
11	Austin FC	11	3	4	4	16:19	-3	13
12	San Diego FC	11	3	3	5	19:19	0	12
13	Portland Timbers	10	3	1	6	13:21	-8	10
14	St. Louis City	10	1	3	6	9:18	-9	6
15	Sporting Kansas City	10	1	2	7	8:26	-18	5

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Nashville SC	10	7	2	1	21:6	15	23
2	New England Revolution	10	6	1	3	18:12	6	19
3	Inter Miami	11	5	4	2	22:19	3	19
4	Chicago Fire	10	5	2	3	19:11	8	17
5	DC United	11	4	3	4	13:15	-2	15
6	FC Cincinnati	11	4	3	4	22:25	-3	15
7	Charlotte	11	4	2	5	18:19	-1	14
8	Toronto FC	11	3	5	3	18:20	-2	14
9	New York City	11	3	3	5	19:18	1	12
10	Columbus Crew	11	3	3	5	16:16	0	12
11	New York Red Bulls	11	3	3	5	16:27	-11	12
12	Atlanta Utd	11	3	1	7	12:18	-6	10
13	Orlando City	11	3	1	7	16:32	-16	10
14	CF Montreal	10	3	0	7	14:23	-9	9
15	Philadelphia Union	11	1	3	7	9:17	-8	6

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