Atlanta United will have to find that lucky break at the Geodis Park in this weekend's clash against Nashville SC. It's now or never for fast-sinking Atlanta United, who are battling for good results at the moment. Nashville SC on the other hand must be feeling comfortable after securing a win in their last game during midweek and facing a struggling Atlanta team, can only be good for them.
There's not much distance between both clubs on the Eastern Conference table, as Nashville occupies 10th place with 14 points and Atlanta United are in 12th with 12 points.
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Nashville SC are far from their best when their current position on the table is considered, and they are aware they have been performing below standards. Nashville find themselves in 10th place after 12 games this season and a quick turnaround, might just help them make it to the playoffs with games to spare. Nashville's last 5 league games were disappointing and their record was: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats.
However, Nashville managed to trash Toronto during midweek, beating them 2-0 in the end. The game stayed scoreless for a long period and was headed to a draw until the 81’ minute, when Shaq Moore scored the opening goal. 10 minutes later Teal Bunbry scored the second goal and Nashville won 2-0 in the end. Records of Nashville's stats in the game were: 56% possession,3 shots on target and 5 corner kicks.
Atlanta United
Atlanta United have become a shadow of themselves this season and extreme measures may need to be taken to get the club out of its current woes. Atlanta United have struggled to find a win in their last 7 MLS games in a row. And the record of their last 5 games shows they had 1 draw and 4 defeats. With no signs of turnaround, Atlanta United might just be facing one of their worst ever league experiences.
Atlanta United were a goal short when they visited Cincinnati during the midweek clash. Cincinnati got on really early in the game (7’) and the game stayed that way until the very end. Atlanta's record at the end of the game was: 51% possession, 1 shot on target and 3 corners.
There's growing concern already that Atlanta are walking into another defeat against Nashville, but who knows, maybe the end of their struggles is within sight.
Head to Head
Atlanta United and Nashville have played 10 matches against each other in the past. Nashville SC won 4 matches, Atlanta won 3 and 3 matches ended as a draw.
Analysis and Predictions
Atlanta's current form makes Nashville look almost formidable, when in fact they are not. Atlanta are currently out of form and lacking confidence. I won't be surprised if they start to fight back from this very game.
Match facts:- Nashville are without a clean sheet in the last 4 meetings. 7 of the last 8 meetings ended with more than 2.5 goals and both teams scored in 6 of the last 8. 9 of the last 10 meetings ended with less than 10.5 corners.
- 3 Way Total Under 10 Corners at 1.8 Odds
- Nashville or Atlanta to Win and Under 3.5 Goals at 1.94 Odds
- Under 2.5 Goals at 2.10 Odds
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