Philadelphia Union vs Nashville SC predictions, May 02, 2026

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As the Philadelphia Union prepare to host Nashville SC on May 2, 2026, both teams enter the match with distinct momentum trends. Philadelphia Union is currently struggling, having secured just one victory in their last five matches, which may affect their confidence on home soil. Conversely, Nashville SC is riding a wave of positive form, winning three of their last five contests, marking them as a team in better rhythm heading into this encounter.

When analyzing the match, Philadelphia’s tactical strengths lie in their disciplined defensive setup, but inconsistency in attack has plagued them recently. On the other hand, Nashville SC’s ability to exploit counter-attacking opportunities and clinical finishing could play a pivotal role in this matchup.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.44 for a home win and 2.67 for an away victory, reflecting a closely contested battle. Our model predicts a 37.3% chance of a Philadelphia win, a 26.9% likelihood of a draw, and a 35.3% probability for an away win, leading to an anticipated final score of 1:1. With both teams showcasing contrasting forms, this match promises to be an intriguing fixture in the MLS calendar, though outcomes remain uncertain.

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Philadelphia
38.1%
Draw
28.5%
Nashville
33.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.49 3.29 2.91
betsson 2.48 3.25 2.98
MarathonBet 2.55 3.37 2.92 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.45 3.1 2.8
Pinnacle 2.46 3.31 2.85
Best for US Customers 2.5 3.45 2.7

Latest Results

25.04.26 Columbus Crew – Philadelphia Union – 2:0
22.04.26 Toronto FC – Philadelphia Union – 3:3
18.04.26 Philadelphia Union – DC United – 0:0
11.04.26 CF Montréal – Philadelphia Union – 1:2
04.04.26 Charlotte FC – Philadelphia Union – 2:1
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
11.04.26 Charlotte FC – Nashville SC – 1:2
07.04.26 Nashville SC – Club América – 0:0

Facts

  • An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 15 and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Philadelphia won 2.
  • In recent matches, Philadelphia has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Nashville is showing excellent form with consecutive wins (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Philadelphia may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Philadelphia has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 12 head-to-head matches, Philadelphia won 6 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 13:11. (average 1.1:0.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Philadelphia won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 7:4. (average 1.2:0.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.09.25 Nashville SC – Philadelphia Union – 3:1
    05.07.25 Nashville SC – Philadelphia Union – 1:0
    16.03.25 Philadelphia Union – Nashville SC – 1:3
    20.07.24 Philadelphia Union – Nashville SC – 3:0
    06.04.24 Nashville SC – Philadelphia Union – 1:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Jose Earthquakes 10 9 0 1 25:6 19 27
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 9 8 0 1 25:5 20 24
    3 Los Angeles FC 10 6 2 2 17:6 11 20
    4 Seattle Sounders 8 6 1 1 12:4 8 19
    5 Minnesota United 10 5 2 3 11:14 -3 17
    6 Real Salt Lake 8 5 1 2 16:12 4 16
    7 Colorado Rapids 10 4 1 5 22:18 4 13
    8 FC Dallas 10 3 4 3 18:15 3 13
    9 Houston Dynamo 9 4 0 5 12:18 -6 12
    10 San Diego FC 10 3 2 5 17:17 0 11
    11 Portland Timbers 9 3 1 5 13:19 -6 10
    12 Austin FC 10 2 4 4 14:19 -5 10
    13 Los Angeles Galaxy 9 2 3 4 13:15 -2 9
    14 St. Louis City 9 1 3 5 9:16 -7 6
    15 Sporting Kansas City 9 1 1 7 7:25 -18 4

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 9 7 1 1 21:6 15 22
    2 Inter Miami 10 5 4 1 19:15 4 19
    3 Chicago Fire 9 5 2 2 17:8 9 17
    4 New England Revolution 9 5 1 3 17:12 5 16
    5 Charlotte 10 4 2 4 18:18 0 14
    6 Toronto FC 10 3 4 3 17:19 -2 13
    7 New York City 10 3 3 4 19:16 3 12
    8 Columbus Crew 10 3 3 4 14:13 1 12
    9 FC Cincinnati 10 3 3 4 19:23 -4 12
    10 DC United 10 3 3 4 11:15 -4 12
    11 New York Red Bulls 10 3 3 4 16:25 -9 12
    12 CF Montreal 9 3 0 6 13:20 -7 9
    13 Atlanta Utd 10 2 1 7 9:17 -8 7
    14 Orlando City 10 2 1 7 12:29 -17 7
    15 Philadelphia Union 10 1 2 7 9:17 -8 5

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