Nashville SC vs Los Angeles FC
Who won Nashville SC vs Los Angeles FC?
Nashville SC 3 Los Angeles FC 2, full time in Major League Soccer. Our model's pre-match pick was Under 2.5 goals, which did not land.
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Nashville SC 3–2 Los Angeles FC
Nashville SC ground out a hard-earned 3-2 win over Los Angeles FC at home, extending their excellent form while LAFC's defensive problems on the road continue to cost them points.
Our pick
Nashville SC to win
Result
3:2NSH v LAF
Nashville SC beat Los Angeles FC 3-2 at home.
5 goals took the match over the 2.5 line.
Nashville SC won against the run of the chances: Nashville SC 0.64 to Los Angeles FC 2.09 on expected goals, which favoured Los Angeles FC.
Nashville SC 3-2 LAFC: Nashville Hold Their Nerve Against a Side That Cannot Keep Things Tight
Nashville SC ground out a hard-earned 3-2 win over Los Angeles FC at home, extending their excellent form while LAFC's defensive problems on the road continue to cost them points.
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How the result affects the Major League Soccer standings, shown per conference.
Eastern Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 21 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 49 |
| 2 | Inter Miami | 21 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 39 |
| 3 | Chicago Fire | 20 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 36 |
| 4 | New England | 21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 34 |
| 5 | Charlotte | 21 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 32 |
| 6 | Cincinnati | 21 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 31 |
| 7 | New York City | 21 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 27 |
| 8 | New York RB | 21 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 26 |
Western Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 20 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 40 |
| 2 | Houston Dynamo | 21 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 38 |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 22 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 35 |
| 4 | SJ Earthquakes | 21 | 10 | 3 | 8 | 33 |
| 5 | Dallas | 21 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 33 |
| 6 | St. Louis City | 21 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 33 |
| 7 | Colorado Rapids | 21 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 28 |
| 8 | Real Salt Lake | 20 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 28 |
What was the final score of Nashville SC vs Los Angeles FC?
The match finished 3-2 to Nashville SC.
Who won Nashville SC vs Los Angeles FC?
Nashville SC won the match 3-2.
When did Nashville SC vs Los Angeles FC take place?
The match took place on Monday, 18 May 2026.
📊 Match recap and data context
Nashville SC beat Los Angeles FC 3-2 in Major League Soccer. Our model favored Nashville at 45% probability, and the pick landed. Nashville had won three of their last five matches heading in, while Los Angeles arrived in poor form with just one win across the same stretch. Both teams found the net, continuing a pattern; Los Angeles had scored in four of their last five games despite their recent struggles. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Nashville SC's victory consolidated their grip on first place and reinforced their status as the league's form team. Los Angeles FC's third loss in five matches represents a significant slump; they remain in sixth, now 6 points adrift of the playoff line. Our model suggests Nashville's attacking efficiency and defensive structure have created a sustainable advantage, while LAFC's inconsistency signals deeper structural issues requiring urgent correction.
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