Preview
Welcome to our CF Montreal vs Nashville SC prediction for the big MLS meeting at Stade Saputo on October 4, 2025. Whether you’re eyeing the betting odds or just want to impress your mates with some head to head stats, we’ve got you covered with a friendly, readable preview that’ll make you feel like you’re chatting football over a coffee. Let’s break down the teams, tactics, and what our AI expects from this late-season encounter.
This match is more than just another date on the MLS calendar. For Nashville SC, it’s a chance to keep momentum rolling after clinching a playoff spot for the fifth time in six years. Sitting 9th in the table with 53 points from 32 games, Nashville comes in strong—fresh off a 3-1 win over Houston and a spirited run to the U.S. Open Cup Final. Head coach B.J. Callaghan has his squad playing disciplined, possession-based football, usually in a 4-4-2 that’s as sturdy as a Tennessee oak. They press high, keep things tight at the back, and love to turn defense into attack in a flash.
Montreal, meanwhile, are in the midst of a rebuild. They’re 14th in the East, with just 27 points, and have struggled at home, winning only two of sixteen matches at Stade Saputo. Interim boss Marco Donadel is trying to inject some life with a 3-4-3 setup, focusing on wing-backs and direct play. It’s a system that can dazzle going forward but leaves them open to the counter—never ideal when facing a team that thrives on transitions.
Injury-wise, Nashville could be missing Zimmerman and Taylor Washington, while Montreal are still without Vrioni and may be managing knocks to Kwadwo Opoku and Efrain Morales.
Looking at the head to head record, Nashville SC have had Montreal’s number in recent years, winning 6 of their last 10 meetings and dropping just one. Their last encounter finished 0-0, but the time before that, Nashville ran out 3-0 winners. Montreal’s home form hasn’t helped their cause either, with a leaky defense conceding 32 goals at Stade Saputo this season.
With Nashville boasting a higher market value (€36.58m to Montreal’s €24.10m), better form, and a clearer tactical identity, it’s no surprise our CF Montreal vs Nashville SC prediction leans towards the away side. Nashville’s playoff ambitions and attacking firepower should be enough to overcome a rebuilding Montreal, especially given the hosts’ patchy home record. The AI’s trust in a Nashville win is moderate (3.0/10), but the stats and recent form back it up.
If you’re looking for a safe(ish) play, backing both teams to score looks solid, but those feeling brave might chase the away win and over 2.5 goals double. Just don’t blame us if Prince Owusu decides to have the game of his life!
This is a classic MLS late-season story: one team dreaming of playoff glory, the other already looking ahead to next year. For fans and punters alike, it promises goals, drama, and maybe even a surprise or two. Keep it locked on NerdyTips for more match previews, and good luck with your bets!
Welcome to our CF Montreal vs Nashville SC prediction for the big MLS meeting at Stade Saputo on October 4, 2025. Whether you’re eyeing the betting odds or just want to impress your mates with some head to head stats, we’ve got you covered with a friendly, readable preview that’ll make you feel like you’re chatting football over a coffee. Let’s break down the teams, tactics, and what our AI expects from this late-season encounter.
This match is more than just another date on the MLS calendar. For Nashville SC, it’s a chance to keep momentum rolling after clinching a playoff spot for the fifth time in six years. Sitting 9th in the table with 53 points from 32 games, Nashville comes in strong—fresh off a 3-1 win over Houston and a spirited run to the U.S. Open Cup Final. Head coach B.J. Callaghan has his squad playing disciplined, possession-based football, usually in a 4-4-2 that’s as sturdy as a Tennessee oak. They press high, keep things tight at the back, and love to turn defense into attack in a flash.
Montreal, meanwhile, are in the midst of a rebuild. They’re 14th in the East, with just 27 points, and have struggled at home, winning only two of sixteen matches at Stade Saputo. Interim boss Marco Donadel is trying to inject some life with a 3-4-3 setup, focusing on wing-backs and direct play. It’s a system that can dazzle going forward but leaves them open to the counter—never ideal when facing a team that thrives on transitions.
Injury-wise, Nashville could be missing Zimmerman and Taylor Washington, while Montreal are still without Vrioni and may be managing knocks to Kwadwo Opoku and Efrain Morales.
Looking at the head to head record, Nashville SC have had Montreal’s number in recent years, winning 6 of their last 10 meetings and dropping just one. Their last encounter finished 0-0, but the time before that, Nashville ran out 3-0 winners. Montreal’s home form hasn’t helped their cause either, with a leaky defense conceding 32 goals at Stade Saputo this season.
With Nashville boasting a higher market value (€36.58m to Montreal’s €24.10m), better form, and a clearer tactical identity, it’s no surprise our CF Montreal vs Nashville SC prediction leans towards the away side. Nashville’s playoff ambitions and attacking firepower should be enough to overcome a rebuilding Montreal, especially given the hosts’ patchy home record. The AI’s trust in a Nashville win is moderate (3.0/10), but the stats and recent form back it up.
If you’re looking for a safe(ish) play, backing both teams to score looks solid, but those feeling brave might chase the away win and over 2.5 goals double. Just don’t blame us if Prince Owusu decides to have the game of his life!
This is a classic MLS late-season story: one team dreaming of playoff glory, the other already looking ahead to next year. For fans and punters alike, it promises goals, drama, and maybe even a surprise or two. Keep it locked on NerdyTips for more match previews, and good luck with your bets!
Read More
Read Less
HS -303
CF Montreal is expected to score at least 1 goal with odds of -3032 -116
Nashville SC is expected to win with odds of -116Over 2.5 -172
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -185
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&O1.5 -233
Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
2:3
|
1
-
3
-
6
|
|
Nashville SC |
23-Mar-25
3:0
| CF Montreal ![]() |
CF Montreal |
26-May-24
0:0
| Nashville SC ![]() |
Nashville SC |
05-May-24
4:1
| CF Montreal ![]() |
CF Montreal |
22-Jun-23
1:0
| Nashville SC ![]() |
Nashville SC |
12-Mar-23
2:0
| CF Montreal ![]() |
Nashville SC |
19-May-22
2:1
| CF Montreal ![]() |
CF Montreal |
12-Sep-21
0:1
| Nashville SC ![]() |
Nashville SC |
27-Jun-21
1:1
| CF Montreal ![]() |
Nashville SC |
24-Apr-21
2:2
| CF Montreal ![]() |
CF Montreal |
28-Oct-20
0:1
| Nashville SC ![]() |
| 23 Jan | L |
Liberec.
|
3:2
| CF Montrea.
|
| 23 Jan | W | Nashville . |
3:1 |
Colorado .![]() |
USA - Major League Soccer| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Philadelphia | 34 | 57-35 | 66 |
| 2 |
FC Cincinnati | 34 | 52-40 | 65 |
| 3 |
Inter Miami | 34 | 81-55 | 65 |
| 4 |
Charlotte | 34 | 55-46 | 59 |
| 5 |
New York City | 34 | 50-44 | 56 |
| 6 |
Nashville SC | 34 | 58-45 | 54 |
| 7 |
Columbus Crew | 34 | 55-51 | 54 |
| 8 |
Chicago Fire | 34 | 68-60 | 53 |
| 9 |
Orlando City | 34 | 63-51 | 53 |
| 10 |
New York Red | 34 | 48-47 | 43 |
| 11 |
New England | 34 | 44-51 | 36 |
| 12 |
Toronto FC | 34 | 37-44 | 32 |
| 13 |
CF Montreal | 34 | 34-60 | 28 |
| 14 |
Atlanta United | 34 | 38-63 | 28 |
| 15 |
DC United | 34 | 30-66 | 26 |