Andy Najar - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Fit again Najar (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Najar is back, fit and an option for Nashville, not missing out despite a thigh injury bugging him. That said, he only starts on the bench, as the defender must not be fully fit and still be cautiously used. However, he should return to a starting role soon, their typical option at right-back.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville ready to ride World Cup buzz into the MLS restart, still unbeaten at home

JULY 16 • Associated Press

Still dealing with injury Najar is questionable for Friday's match against Atlanta due to a lower-body injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Najar is still dealing with an injury following the break and will be a concern as they head into Friday's match. That said, he will be a late call, likely needing to pass some testing to play. That said, he is a starter when fit, but he could miss out or start on the bench, leaving Reed Baker-Whiting (lower body) and Josh Bauer as possible replacements.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville looks to continue win streak in matchup with Atlanta United

Nashville heads into a matchup with Atlanta United as winners of three straight games

JULY 16 • Associated Press

Mukhtar and Nashville host New York City FC

Hany Mukhtar leads Nashville into a matchup with New York City FC after a three-goal performance against Los Angeles FC

MAY 22 • Associated Press

Mukhtar scores 3 goals, his 5th career hat trick, as Nashville beats LAFC 3-2

Hany Mukhtar scored three goals, his first hat trick since 2023, and Nashville SC beat Los Angeles FC 3-2

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Picks up injury in win Najar abandoned Wednesday's 3-0 win over New England Revolution due to a thigh problem.

Impact Najar went down in a non-contact play after attempting a pass in the 50th minute of Wednesday's matchup. This could leave Nashville without their top right-back option for the next few games, but he'll likely need to be assessed to determine the severity of the injury. He has been an important playmaker lately, delivering three assists in 11 MLS appearances. Left-back Daniel Lovitz could return to the starting lineup if Najar is ruled out, with either Reed Baker-Whiting or Josh Bauer covering the right side of the defense.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Najar sent in four crosses, created four chances, and assisted in Saturday's 2-2 draw with D.C. United.

Impact Najar registered his fifth assist of 2026, including three in his last two starts. The right back continues to be a major threat going forward, and he will look to make his mark again on the road against the New England Revolution on Wednesday.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Warren Madrigal scores 2 goals for Nashville in 2-2 tie with DC United

Warren Madrigal subbed on in the 63rd minute and scored twice — his first multi-goal game in MLS — for Nashville SC in a 2-2 with D.C. United

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Creates two chances in win Najar sent in two crosses and created two chances in Saturday's 2-0 win over Atlanta United.

Impact Najar was active on the right wing, and he did his part defensively to help Nashville earn their fourth shutout of the season. The Honduran has two assists on the season, and after a breakout campaign with 11 assists last season, we can expect to see Najar to continue to get involved going forward. Up next is a juicy home match with Charlotte FC on Saturday.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in second straight game Najar sent in two crosses, created two chances, and assisted on a goal in Saturday's 5-0 win over Orlando City SC. He also picked up his second consecutive yellow card.

Impact Najar has assisted in back-to-back appearances, proving to be a menace from his right back role. He continues to make an impact on both ends of the pitch, and he'll look to help Nashville stay undefeated when they go on the road to face the Chicago Fire on Saturday, April 4.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar scores 25,000th goal in MLS history to lead Nashville to 1-0 victory over Crew

Hany Mukhtar scored four minutes into second-half stoppage time — the 25,000th goal in MLS history — and Brian Schwake earned his second clean sheet in his fourth MLS start as Nash...

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Nashville SC sign Andy Najar to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Nashville SC have signed defender Andy Najar to a contract extension through the 2026 season with an opti...

FEBRUARY 4 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez suspended, will miss Game 3 of MLS playoff series with Nashville SC Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez will miss the deciding game of the first round playoff series against Nashville SC after kicking Andy Najar...

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Inter Miami: Luis Suarez Suspended for Decisive MLS Playoff Match vs. Nashville

Lionel Messi won't have Luis Suarez alongside him for a crucial match that could end Inter Miami's season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Inter Miami: Luis Suarez Suspended for Decisive MLS Playoff Match vs. Nashville

Inter Miami's Luis Suárez suspended for decisive MLS playoff match against Nashville

Lionel Messi won't have Luis Suárez alongside him for a crucial match that could end Inter Miami's season

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Lionel Messi's 2nd career MLS hat trick gives Inter Miami 5-2 edge over Nashville

Lionel Messi scored his second career MLS hat trick, propelling Inter Miami to a 5-2 win over Nashville SC

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores first since March Najar took two shots on goal, sent in five crosses, created two chances, and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Houston Dynamo.

Impact The goal was Najar's first since March, and he continues to play a vital role in the attack from his right back position. The defender now has two goals and 11 assists on the season, and he'll look to help the Boys in Gold lift their first trophy in Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup final before traveling to Canada for Saturday's clash with CF Montreal.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC beats Houston Dynamo 3-1 to snap three-game losing streak in MLS play Nashville SC beat the Houston Dynamo 3-1 at Geodis Park as Hany Mukhtar, Sam Surridge and Andy Najar all scored goals.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Nashville clinches playoff berth with second-half surge vs. Houston Sam Surridge and Andy Najar scored early in the second half to give Nashville SC a 3-1 win over the visiting Houston Dynamo on Saturday.The...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Nashville clinches spot in postseason before finishing off 3-1 victory over Dynamo

Hany Mukhtar scored early in the first half, Sam Surridge scored early in the second and Nashville SC clinched a postseason berths before finishing off a 3-1 victory over the Houst...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs 10th assist in win Najar took two shots (one on goal) and earned a secondary assist in Saturday's 5-1 win over Orlando City.

Impact Najar's 10 assists are tied with Kai Wagner for the most assists by a defender. The Honduran right back has been an integral part of Nashville's success this season, and he will be eager to keep it rolling at home against Atlanta United on Saturday.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC hosts Nashville in Western Conference action

Saint Louis City SC and Nashville meet in conference action

AUGUST 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Andy Najar: Nashville's All-Star making triumphant MLS return | MLSSoccer.com AUSTIN, Texas – It looked to be over. Done. Roll the credits. Andy Najar’s career started in 2010 with a Rookie of the Year season for D.C....

JULY 23, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Toronto faces Nashville after shutout win

A game after shutting out San Diego FC 1-0, Toronto faces Nashville

JULY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

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