Surridge and Nashville Visit the Chicago Fire
Introduction to the Match
Nashville SC (8-4-5, fourth in the Western Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (7-5-4, eighth in the Eastern Conference)
Chicago; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. CDT
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Chicago +142, Nashville SC +169, Draw +253; over/under is 2.5 goals
BOTTOM LINE: Sam Surridge leads Nashville into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after scoring two goals against New York City FC.
Team Performance Overview
The Fire are 1-1-4 in home games. The Fire have a 5-0-0 record in games they record at least three goals.
Nashville is 2-3-2 in road games. Nashville is 5-0-2 when it scores two goals.
The teams play Saturday for the second time this season. Nashville won the last meeting 7-2.
Top Performers
TOP PERFORMERS: Hugo Cuypers has scored 10 goals with one assist for the Fire. Philip Zinckernagel has five goals and five assists over the last 10 games.
Surridge has scored 11 goals with two assists for Nashville. Hany Mukhtar has five goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
Recent Game Statistics
LAST 10 GAMES: Fire: 4-4-2, averaging 2.2 goals, 5.7 shots on goal and 4.7 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.9 goals per game.
Nashville: 5-1-4, averaging 2.0 goals, 5.9 shots on goal and 6.0 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.4 goals per game.
Injury Report
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Fire: David Poreba (injured), Carlos Teran (injured), Chris Mueller (injured).
Nashville: Maximus Ekk (injured), Julian Gaines (injured), Taylor Washington (injured), Tyler Boyd (injured).
Conclusion
The upcoming match between Nashville SC and the Chicago Fire promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to secure crucial points in their respective conferences. Sam Surridge’s recent form will be a key factor for Nashville, while the Fire will rely on the goal-scoring prowess of Hugo Cuypers. The teams’ past performances and current injury reports will also play significant roles in determining the outcome of the match.
FAQs
Q: What is the current standing of Nashville SC in the Western Conference?
A: Nashville SC is currently fourth in the Western Conference with a record of 8-4-5.
Q: Who are the top performers for the Chicago Fire?
A: Hugo Cuypers has scored 10 goals with one assist, and Philip Zinckernagel has five goals and five assists over the last 10 games.
Q: What is the expected lineup for the Chicago Fire, considering the injury report?
A: The Fire will be without David Poreba, Carlos Teran, and Chris Mueller due to injuries.
Q: What was the result of the last meeting between Nashville SC and the Chicago Fire?
A: Nashville SC won the last meeting 7-2.
Nashville SC (8-4-5, fourth in the Western Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (7-5-4, eighth in the Eastern Conference)
Chicago; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. CDT
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Chicago +142, Nashville SC +169, Draw +253; over/under is 2.5 goals
BOTTOM LINE: Sam Surridge leads Nashville into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after scoring two goals against New York City FC.
The Fire are 1-1-4 in home games. The Fire have a 5-0-0 record in games they record at least three goals.
Nashville is 2-3-2 in road games. Nashville is 5-0-2 when it scores two goals.
The teams play Saturday for the second time this season. Nashville won the last meeting 7-2.
TOP PERFORMERS: Hugo Cuypers has scored 10 goals with one assist for the Fire. Philip Zinckernagel has five goals and five assists over the last 10 games.
Surridge has scored 11 goals with two assists for Nashville. Hany Mukhtar has five goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Fire: 4-4-2, averaging 2.2 goals, 5.7 shots on goal and 4.7 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.9 goals per game.
Nashville: 5-1-4, averaging 2.0 goals, 5.9 shots on goal and 6.0 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.4 goals per game.
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Fire: David Poreba (injured), Carlos Teran (injured), Chris Mueller (injured).
Nashville: Maximus Ekk (injured), Julian Gaines (injured), Taylor Washington (injured), Tyler Boyd (injured).
