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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Nashville SC vs Los Angeles FC predictions for MLS Sunday.
Nashville and LAFC are scheduled to meet in MLS action at Geodis Park on Sunday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven MLS model predicts Nashville as the most likely winner of the Nashville vs. LAFC game.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's match, including best bets and picks.
Nashville SC vs. Los Angeles FC prediction: Who will win?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's MLS game between Nashville and LAFC, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model suggests a 49.8% chance of Nashville winning, a 25.7% chance for LAFC, and a 24.5% chance of a draw.
Additionally, the over/under total of 2.5 goals has a 52% chance of going over, according to our model.
Nashville SC vs. Los Angeles FC odds
We have sourced the best MLS odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Moneyline
| Nashville | LAFC | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| +120 | +210 | +255 |
Total Goals
| Over 2.5 | Under 2.5 |
|---|---|
| -145 | +105 |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Nashville SC vs. Los Angeles FC picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Nashville | +120 |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 | +105 |
According to our best MLS bets, the top play to make on this game is Nashville to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Nashville SC vs. Los Angeles FC: Correct score predictions
The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 1-1 draw being the most probable:
| Final Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| NSC 1-1 LAF | 11.6% |
| NSC 1-0 LAF | 10.5% |
| NSC 2-1 LAF | 9.6% |
These predictions are based on each team's average score according to our machine learning model, which means the most likely correct score can differ from our predicted winner.
Nashville SC vs. Los Angeles FC game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between Nashville and LAFC in MLS at Geodis Park is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Nashville SC vs. Los Angeles FC
- Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Geodis Park
World Cup 2026 watch: Shaq Moore (USA)
Nashville right-back Shaq Moore is firmly on the radar for USMNT fans at the moment as anticipation grows in the lead up to the FIFA World Cup 2026—an event already driving interest in World Cup news and early talk about who will win the World Cup. With the United States drawn against Australia, Paraguay, and Türkiye in Group D next year, Moore's club form will be monitored closely.
Conclusion
According to our computer model, Nashville has a 49.8% win probability on Sunday, LAFC has a 25.7% win probability, and there is a 24.5% chance that the game will end in a draw.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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