After a goalless stalemate in Nashville, every minute of this matchup at Chase Stadium takes on heightened significance as Miami chases progression and he aims to leave an indelible mark on the tournament’s knockout phase.

Head coach Javier Mascherano confirmed Tuesday that both Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will be fully fit to play Nashville in the Round of 16 second leg. “Leo is in perfect condition, just like Rodrigo, while everyone else is fit except Maxi [Falcon]”, he said during a press conference.

Why was Lionel Messi’s availability in question?

Lionel Messi didn’t play in Inter Miami’s goalless draw against Charlotte on Saturday, sparking concern about his status for tonight’s game against Nashville. However, the reason he didn’t play Saturday was to rest for the Champions Cup clash.

What time is the kickoff?

Kickoff for Inter Miami vs Nashville is set for 7:00 p.m. ET tonight at Chase Stadium. U.S. audiences can expect prime-time evening action, while international fans will need to adjust for local time zones to catch Messi in action.

Where to watch Inter Miami vs Nashville

Fans in the United States can watch the game live on FS2 or stream it on the FOX Sports app, while Spanish-language coverage is available on TUDN. With Messi on the pitch, this broadcast promises to be a must-see showdown for supporters and neutrals alike.

Inter Miami’s lineup vs Nashville

With Messi as captain, Inter Miami confirmed their lineup for tonight’s game:

Messi scored the opening goal for Inter Miami after a misplaced pass in midfield by a Nashville player. The Argentine star seized the ball and produced a brilliant solo effort, reminiscent of his vintage performances.

The result is very favorable for Inter Miami, especially considering that one of their biggest stars was unable to play. Star forward Luis Suarez was suspended and watched the match from a suite.

Messi extends Inter Miami’s lead with a brace

Lionel Messi scored his second goal of the night against Nashville in the 39th minute, capitalizing on a high press led by Luis Silvetti — Suarez’s replacement — who intercepted a poor clearance from the goalkeeper and set up Messi for the finish.

A new rivalry is taking shape

Over the past three weeks, Inter Miami have faced Nashville three times — a 5-2 away win in the final regular-season game, a 3-1 home victory in the first playoff match, and a loss in the second leg in Nashville last weekend, which forced this decisive third game.

Head coach Javier Mascherano repeated the starting lineup from the second match, with the exception of Suarez, who served a red-card suspension. The punishment was issued by the MLS Disciplinary Committee on Wednesday after a review requested by Nashville SC.

The committee ruled that Suarez kicked Nashville defender Andy Najar in the 71st minute of the second game. Suarez appealed the decision, but it was upheld — giving the starting spot to Silvetti.

The pressure on Inter Miami

Inter Miami, with the most expensive roster in MLS history, failed to meet expectations last season after being eliminated by Atlanta in the first round of the playoffs. Head coach Javier Mascherano and his players have emphasized for weeks their determination to avoid another disappointing early exit.

The round of 16 of this 2022 MLS begins and the teams seek to join LAFC and Philadelphia, both already qualified for the quarterfinals for having finished first in their Conferences. In this case, one of the most even duels of the round of 16 will take place, between the 4th and 5th of the Western Conference.

On the Los Angeles Galaxy side, they had several ups and downs in the tournament (even being in some moments of the regular season outside the postseason). However, towards the end they greatly improved their performance. Something similar happened to Nashville SC. It will undoubtedly be an interesting duel that no MLS fan should miss.

LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC: Match Information

Date: Sunday, October 15, 2022
Time: 3:00 PM (ET)
Location: Dignity Health Sports Park, Los Angeles, California
Live stream: FuboTV

LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC: Time by States in the US

ET: 3:00 PM
CT: 2:00 PM
MT: 1:00 PM
PT: 12:00 PM

LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC: Storylines and Head-to-Head

Throughout history, these two rivals have only met twice, both in the current edition of the MLS. The dominators of the statistics are the Los Angeles Galaxy, who won one of those two games (1-0 at home with a goal by Dejan Joveljic), while the remaining game was a tie.

Precisely, this tie was also the last game that was predicted between the two. It took place on September 10 at the Fairgrounds Stadium in Nasville. The result was 1-1, Hany Mukhtar scoring the goal for the locals, while Riqui Puig converted for the Los Angeles Galaxy.

How to watch or live stream LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC in the US

LA Galaxy and Nashville SC will play for the 2022 MLS round of 16 today, October 15 at 3:00 PM (ET), and you can watch the game in the United States on FuboTV (Free trial). Other options: SiriusXM FC, Univision, TUDN USA, MLSsoccer.com, TUDN.com, TUDN App, MLS App, Univision NOW.

LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC: Predictions and Odds

The Oddsmakers have a favorite for this match. These are the odds according to BetMGM: Los Angeles Galaxy are the favorite with 1.82 odds, while Nashville SC have 3.90. A tie would finish in a 3.75 payout.

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The2022 Major League Soccer potseasonwill take place fromSaturday, October 15to Saturday, November5, 2022. All of the MLS Playoffs matchups are a one-legged game played at the highest-ranked team’shome stadium. This rule includes the 2022 MLS Cup Finals game.

Up to date, there are still 14teamsin contention for the title. These matchups will be taking place in the last three weeks of October. Here, check out the road to the MajorLeagueSoccer championship, the bracket, dates, and how to watch or live stream free each gamein the US.

2022 MLS Playoffs: Teams

For the2022 Major League Soccer Playoffs, Philadelphia Union, as the top seeded in the Eastern Conference, and Los Angeles FC as the top seeded in the Western Conferencequalified directly for the Conference Semifinalsround.

Meanwhile, New York Red Bulls, FC Cincinnati, CF Montreal, Orlando City, New York City FC, and Inter Miami in the Eastern Conference, andLos Angeles Galaxy, Nashville SC, Austin FC, Real Salt Lake, FC Dallas, and Minnesota United FC in the Western Conference will have to earn theirspots to play in the nextround.

2022 MLSPlayoffs: Schedule, results and How to watch in the US

The 2022 Major League SoccerPlayoffswill be available to watch onfour major U.S. broadcast outlets includingUnivision networksTUDN andUniMas,ESPN Deportes, ABCandFoxDeportes. To stream live free each game in the US, tune in to fuboTV (Free 7-day Trial).

2022 Conference First Round Playoffs (Next Games)

Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs (Next Games)

Western Conference First Round Playoffs (Next Games)

*Qualified for the next round

2022 MLS Playoffs: Conference Sefiminals

Eastern Conference Semifinals Playoffs (TBD)

Western Conference Semifinals Playoffs (TBD)

2022 MLS Playoffs: Conference Finals (TBD)

Eastern Conference Finals Playoffs (TBD)

Western Conference Finals Playoffs (TBD)

2022 MLS Playoffs: MLS Cup Finals (TBD)

The 2022 MLS Cup Finals game will be played on Saturday, November 5, 2022.

2022 MLS Playoffs: Bracket

This will be their third overall meeting. Interestingly, Los Angeles Galaxy have just one triumph so far in their head-to-head matches. Nashville SC are yet to celebrate a victory to this day, and the remaining match hasended in a draw so far.

Their most recent game was played on September 10, 2022, and it ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw in the regular 2022 MLS season. It promises to be an even more exciting clash as they meet for the third time this year, to decide who will move on to the Conference Semifinals.

LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC: Date

The 2022 MLS Playoffs First Round game between LA Galaxy and Nashville SC will be played on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles.

LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC: Time by State in the US

ET: 3:00 PM
CT: 2:00 PM
MT: 1:00 PM
PT: 12:00 PM

TV Channel in the US to watch LA Galaxy vs Nashville SC in MLS Playoffs 2022

The game to be played between LA Galaxy and Nashville SC in the First Round of the 2022 MLS Playoffs, will be broadcast on fuboTV (free trial) in the United States. Other options are ESPN+.

LAFC have already secured the title for best team during the regular season and as a consequence they’ve won the Supporters’ Shield. Although the club has achieved this feat in two of the last four years, Los Angeleshave not been able to translate this in a MLS Cup trophy. With stars such as Carlos Vela, Gareth Bale, Giorgio Chiellini and Cristian Tello, anything less would be a huge failure.

Meanwhile, Nashville SC is fighting to get a home playoff game in the Western Conference. They have to win and wait for LA Galaxy to lose or tie at Houston in order to claim that 4th place. Also, if Nashville SC is defeated by Los Angeles FC, Gary Smith’s team could be surpassed by Portland and Minnesota in the table.

LAFC vs Nashville SC: Kick-Off Time

Argentina:6PM
Australia:7AM (Monday)
Bangladesh:3AM (Monday)
Belgium:11PM
Brazil:6PM
Cameroon:10PM
Canada:5PM (ET)
Costa Rica:3PM
Croatia:11PM
Denmark:11PM
Ecuador:4PM
Egypt:11PM
France:11PM
Germany:11PM
Ghana:9PM
India:2:30AM (Monday)
Indonesia:5AM (Monday)
Iran:12:30 AM (Monday)
Ireland:10PM
Israel:12AM (Monday)
Italy:11PM
Jamaica:4PM
Japan:6AM (Monday)
Kenya:12AM (Monday)
Malaysia:5AM (Monday)
Mexico:4PM (CDMX)
Morocco:10PM
Netherlands:11PM
New Zealand:10AM (Monday)
Nigeria:10PM
Norway:11PM
Poland:11PM
Portugal:10PM
Qatar:12AM (Monday)
Saudi Arabia:12AM (Monday)
Senegal:9PM
Serbia:11PM
Singapore:5AM (Monday)
South Africa:11PM
South Korea:6AM (Monday)
Spain:11PM
Sweden:11PM
Switzerland:11PM
Tanzania:12AM (Monday)
Trinidad & Tobago:5PM
Tunisia:10PM
Uganda:12AM (Monday)
UAE:1AM (Monday)
UK:10PM
United States:5PM (ET)

LAFC vs Nashville SC: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Argentina: Star+
Australia:Kayo Sports,beIN Sports Connect,beIN SPORTS 3
Brazil: DAZN
Canada: DAZN
Costa Rica: Star+
Croatia:Arena Sport 3 Croatia
Denmark:TV2 Play Denmark
Ecuador: Star+
Germany:DAZN
India: Eurosport
Indonesia:beIN Sports Connect Indonesia
Israel:Sport 4
Italy:DAZN
Jamaica:ESPNPlay Caribbean
Mexico: Star+
Portugal:Sport TV6,Sport TV Multiscreen
Spain:DAZN
Sweden:C More Sweden
Switzerland: DAZN
Trinidad & Tobago:ESPNPlay Caribbean
United States:fuboTV (Free Trial),ESPN+,My13 KCOP, Estrella TV,my30 WUXP,nashvillesc.com

The hosts head into this clash in high spirits, riding on a four-game winning streak. Their excellent run of form has Gary Smith‘s men fourth in the West with 45 points, comfortably making the playoffs.

GregVanney‘s side, however, has also been getting results as of late. The Galaxy make the trip to Tennessee with five undefeated games under their belts (W2 D3) and three points behind the seventh place but with two games in hand.

Nashville SC vs LA Galaxy: Match Information

Date: Saturday, September 10
Time: 3:30 PM (ET)
Location: Geodis Park
Live Stream: fuboTV (7-day free trial)

Nashville SC vs LA Galaxy: Time by State in the US

ET: 3:30 PM
CT: 2:30 PM
MT: 1:30 PM
PT: 12:30 PM

Nashville SC vs LA Galaxy: Storylines

Last week, Nashville put three past Austin FC at home. On the other hand, the LA Galaxy snatched a late draw against Sporting Kansas City, which could have even been a victory had Chicharito‘s attempt to score a panenka penalty didn’t fail.

How to watch Nashville SC vs LA Galaxy in the US and Canada

The game between Nashville and LA Galaxy will be broadcast in the US on fuboTV (7-day free trial). Other options:TUDN.com, SiriusXM FC, Univision, TUDN USA, Univision NOW, TUDN App. InCanada, it will be broadcast onDAZN.

Nashville SC vs LA Galaxy: Predictions and Odds

Bookmakers have already made their prediction for this game. BETMGM sees the hosts as favorites, as Nashville have 1.83 odds, while LA Galaxy have 3.90 to produce an upset. A tie would result in a 3.70 payout.

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It will undoubtedly be one of the most entertaining duels of this MLS Matchday 24. The last two qualified for the round of 16 in the Western Conference face each other. The difference between the two is only 1 point and behind them there are several teams that could overtake them, so this game will be all or nothing.

A tie would serve neither of them since, for example, the Los Angeles Galaxy with 30 points are only 2 points behind Nashville and 1 behind the Timbers. In other words, a win could leave both teams behind (because they’d have better goal difference than Nashville), not to mention the 29-point Seattle Sounders are also on the prowl. Undoubtedly, both need victory, which gives the game enormous interest.

Portland Timbers vs Nashville SC: Match Information

Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Time: 10:30 PM (ET)
Location: Providence Park, Portland, Oregon

Portland Timbers vs Nashville SC: Time by States in the US

ET: 10:30 PM
CT: 9:30 PM
MT: 8:30 PM
PT: 7:30 PM

Portland Timbers vs Nashville SC: Storylines and Head-to-Head

In all history only two games between these two rivals are recorded. In other words, there is little to tell about the two’s previous clashes. It was just a win for the Portland Timbers and a draw, so Nashville will be looking for their first win against this rival.

The last time they played against each other was on July 4, 2022 for the current edition of the MLS. This game ended in a 2-2 draw with goals from Sean Davis and Hany Mukhtar for Portland Timbers, while Dairon Aspirilla and Jarosław Niezgoda for Nashville SC.

How to watch or live stream Portland Timbers vs Nashville SC in the US

Portland Timbers and Nashville SC will play for the Matchday 24 of the MLS this Wednesday, August 2 at 10:30 PM (ET), and you can watch the game in the United States on: ESPN+, Fox 12 Plus, my30 WUXP, nashvillesc.com, SiriusXM FC.

Portland Timbers vs Nashville SC: Predictions and Odds

The Oddsmakers have a favorite for this match. These are the odds according to BetMGM: Portland Timbers are the favorite with 1.83 odds, while Nashville SC have 3.10. A tie would finish in a 3.50 payout.

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Nashville SC are the fourth best team in the conference with a positive 8-6-6 overall and a recent win over Seattle Sounders that was perfect after they lost a game against underdog Charlotte FC.

Los Angeles FC are in the second spot of the standings also with a winning record and three wins in the last five games. The most recent game for LAFC was a victory during the City Clasisco against LA Galaxy.

Nashville SC vs LAFC: Match Information

Date: Sunday, July 17, 2022.
Time: 8:30 PM (ET)
Location: Geodis Park, Nashville, Tennessee.
Live Stream: FuboTV

Nashville SC vs LAFC: Times by State in the US

ET: 8:30 PM
CT: 7:30 PM
MT: 6:30 PM
PT: 5:30 PM

Nashville SC vs LAFC: Storylines

Nashville have a good record at home with 3 wins, 4 draws and one loss for a total of 13 points collected playing at home. The most recent win at home was against the Seattle Sounders during a tough game with a single goal scored at the 44th minute by Hany Mukhtar. The ball possession was in favor of the Seattle Sounders with 54%.

Los Angeles FC sent a strong message by winning the City Clasico against LA Galaxy 3-2 in a game where the offensive attack was good on each side but a couple of defensive errors gave LAFC the victory. LAFC’s on the road record is relatively good at 4-1-3, but the last time they won a game on the road was in May.

How To Watch Or Stream Live Free Nashville SC vs LAFC in the U.S.

This 2022 MLS game in the Western Conference will be available for TV and smartphones and will be broadcast in the United States by FuboTV and other options to watch the game in the US are ESPN+, ESPNLA 710 AM, My13 KCOP, Estrella TV, my30 WUXP, nashvillesc.com. Don’t forget to download the app to watch the game on your smartphone.

Nashville SC vs LAFC: Predictions And Odds

Nashville SC are favorites to win this game at home with 2.35 odds that will pay $235 bucks for a $100 bet on BetMGM, they have a strong record at home but the visitors wont a recent big game. LAFC are underdogs with 2.80 odds. The draw is offered at 3.40 odds and totals at 2.5 goals. The best pick for this MLS game is: Nashville SC 2.35.

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Nashville have a relatively good record at home with two wins, four draws and one loss against Sporting Kansas City. The most recent game for Nashville was an on the road loss against Charlotte FC.

Seattle Sounders are not big favorites this season but the team still has time to climb more spots in the standings and fight to play in the playoffs. The Sounders had won a game on the road against Toronto FC but when they returned home they lost a recent one against Portland.

Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders: Match Information

Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022.
Time: 8:30 PM (ET)
Location: Geodis Park, Nashville, Tennessee.
Live Stream: FuboTV

Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders: Times by State in the US

ET: 8:30 PM
CT: 7:30 PM
MT: 6:30 PM
PT: 5:30 PM

Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders: Storylines

Nashville SC had to come to terms with a tough loss against Charlotte FC 1-4 on the road, for them it was a humiliating loss as that team is the newest of the 2022 MLS season. The first two goals of that game were scored by Charlotte and it was not until the 67th minute that Nashville SC scored their only goal of the game.

The Seattle Sounders lost their first game of the month at home against the Portland Timbers in what was a heartbreaking loss as the team allowed three goals, one in the first half and two in the second half during the closing minutes of the game. The Sounders lost Jackson Ragen by red card and will not be available for this game against Nashville SC.

How To Watch Or Stream Live Free Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders in the U.S.

This 2022 MLS game in the Western Conference will be available for TV and smartphones and will be broadcast in the United States by FuboTV and other options to watch this game in the US are KCPQ – Q13 FOX, ESPN+, nashvillesc.com, my30 WUXP. Don’t forget to download the app to watch the game on your smartphone.

Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders: Predictions And Odds

Nashvillle SC are favorites to win this game at home with 1.83 odds that will pay $183 bucks for a $100 bet on BetMGM, they have a better spot in the standings than the visitors. Seattle Sounders are underdogs with 4.20 odds. The draw is offered at 3.50 odds and totals at 2.5 goals. The best pick for this MLS game is: Draw 3.50.

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The locals had a pretty bad Matchday 19, as they lost their game against Charlotte FC 4-1 and that left them in the last position of qualifying for the round of 16 only 1 point above Portland Timbers and their rivals from this Matchday 20. A loss, of course, would leave him momentarily out of the postseason, and Nashville will try to avoid that.

Matchday 19 for the Seattle Sounders was just as awful, as they lost 3-0 to their direct rivals for the final Round of 16 qualifiers, the Portland Timbers. However, now they have the chance to recover again and enter the postseason zone against other direct rivals like Nashville SC.

Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders: Date

This Matchday 20 game of the 2022 MLS season between Nashville SC and Seattle Sounders that will be played at the GEODIS Park on Wednesday, July 13 at 8:30 (ET).

Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders: Time by State in the US

ET: 8:30 PM
CT: 7:30 PM
MT: 6:30 PM
PT: 5:30 PM

TV channel in the US to watch Nashville SC vs Seattle Sounders

You can see this Matchday 20 game of the 2022 MLS season between Nashville SC and Seattle Sounders on DAZN if you are in Canada. In the US, it will be broadcast on: KCPQ – Q13 FOX, ESPN+, nashvillesc.com, my30 WUXP.