NASHVILLE SC NEWS

Lukas MacNaughton - Logs six clearances on Saturday MacNaughton created one chance and made one tackle, six clearances and one block during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Colorado.

Impact MacNaughton had another solid performance at the heart of the defense, pacing his side in clearances and prevailing against opposing forwards throughout the contest. With 15 clearances over two games, the center-back is off to a great start of campaign and, now that he's free from the physical issues that slowed him down last season, will try to consolidate himself as a undisputed starter at Nashville.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Willis - Makes two saves against Colorado Willis made two saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Colorado.

Impact Willis couldn't do much when teammate Shaq Moore sent the ball into his own net in the 47th minute but then kept his team in contention with a pair of important interventions. Opponents had a very hard time when trying to score against him last season and his nice start of campaign indicates Willis will probably remain one of MLS' most reliable goalkeepers. Up next for him is Mar. 10 home clash against LA Galaxy.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shaq Moore - Scores own goal against Colorado Moore had one shot on goal, created one chance, sent in six crosses (one accurate) and scored an own goal during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Colorado.

Impact Moore had a very unfortunate play in the 47th minute, when he accidentally sent the ball into his own net while trying to clear a cross from the right flank. The full-back tried to go up the field and support the offense but his crosses couldn't find the target this time. One of the best at his position during the last MLS season, Moore didn't start the new season as expected but will probably have a lot of opportunities to bounce back before his status of undisputed starter changes.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Teal Bunbury - Converts PK versus Colorado Bunbury scored a penalty goal, had two shots (both on target), made three clearances and suffered two fouls during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Colorado.

Impact Bunbury was having another quiet performance here but then stepped up convert a penalty kick and draw things level at 1-1 in the 90th minute. After finishing last year as a reserve, the forward benefited from the several injuries across Nashville's frontline players, including Hany Mukhtar, and started in the first two matches of the new campaign. However, he'll need to do much better to have chance to remain in the lineup once everyone is available to play.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC earn draw with Rapids on PK in 90th minute Teal Bunbury scored on a penalty kick in the 90th minute for Nashville SC to pull out a 1-1 draw with the host Colorado Rapids on Saturday n...

MARCH 3, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

After lopsided loss, Rapids open home slate vs. Nashville FC Nashville SC must move on after a success.The Colorado Rapids are eager for their next match as well.The teams meet Saturday night at Commer...

MARCH 2, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Your Thursday Kickoff: Way-early evaluations of new MLS head coaches | MLSSoccer.com Nashville book Champions Cup date with Messi, Miami It's on to the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 for Nashville SC after dispatching Moc...

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

2024 MLS cup odds: Lionel Messi, Inter Miami favored to win

The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and Inter Miami remain favorites to win the MLS Cup. FOX Sports soccer writer Doug McIntyre offers his ins...

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Sam Surridge - Training individually Surridge (shoulder) has been training individually on the grass Tuesday, per MLS Writer Ben Wright.

Impact Surridge was originally given an eight week timeline of return following his shoulder injury, however could come back sooner after already starting individual work on the training grounds. Teal Bunbury is still expected to remain the number one striker for Nashville during his absence.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC hold off Red Bulls in 0-0 draw Despite numerous offensive chances, the visiting New York Red Bulls were stymied by Nashville SC goalkeeper Joe Willis -- and the woodwork,...

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Joe Willis - Starts year with clean sheet Willis kept a clean sheet while making five saves during Sunday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Willis opened the season with a point as he shut out the Red Bulls during Sunday's debut. The keeper kept 10 clean sheets a year ago and allowed less than a goal a match while making 107 saves.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shaq Moore - Leader in crosses, blocks Moore crossed three times inaccurately, blocked a shot, made three tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Sunday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Moore was a part of the Nashville back four that kept a clean sheet Sunday, leading his side in both crosses and blocks. The fullback started in 33 of his 34 appearances a year ago providing four assists while making 82 tackles and 45 clearances.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Walker Zimmerman - Plays 28 minutes Zimmerman created a chance and made a clearance during Sunday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zimmerman entered the match as a substitute replacing Alex Muyl in the 62nd minute. The defender was a key cog in the Nashville back line last season, but was eased into action to start the new campaign.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar - Out for first MLS match Mukhtar (hip) is not an option for Sunday's hope opener against the Red Bulls.

Impact Mukhtar was supposed to be good to go for Sunday, however he was left off the squad with a hip injury picked up midweek. This will see a 4-3-3 formation for Nashville, with Teal Bunbury as striker, with both Tyler Boyd and Jacob Shaffelburg as the wingers for the clash with the Red Bulls.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injuries cloud Nashville's opener vs. visiting Red Bulls Nashville SC already have some serious injury concerns heading into the start of the MLS season.Meanwhile, the New York Red Bulls hope an ex...

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Sam Surridge - Set for eight weeks out Surridge is expected to miss eight weeks with a shoulder injury, Jamie Martin reports.

Impact Surridge is set for up to two months on the sideline with a shoulder injury. The forward is a major loss to the first team, leaving just Teal Bunbury as the only fit senior team striker available. Bunbury should be in line for an opening day start with Surridge out.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Surridge - Picks up injury Surridge was forced off with a shoulder injury during Thursday's clash with Moca FC.

Impact Surridge will undergo scans when back in Nashville but he will be in heavy doubt for the season opener against RBNY on Sunday. Surridge ending up on the sideline would push Teal Bunbury into the starting XI as the only senior striker on the roster.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar - Subs out Thursday as percaution Mukhtar was forced to sub off during Thursday's 3-0 win over Moca during the CONCACAF Champions League. According to head coach Gary Smith, it was just for precaution and is expect...

Impact Mukhtar is set to enter his fifth year in MLS after having scored a total of 62 goals and 29 assists in 121 appearances in the league. He won the MVP back in 2022 as the forward is still expected to be one of the most lethal attackers heading into 2024.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC defeat Moca FC in Concacaf Champions Cup debut | MLSSoccer.com The Hany Mukhtar-Sam Surridge duo shined briefly but brightly for Nashville SC in Thursday night's 3-0 Concacaf Champions Cup debut win at M...

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nashville SC sign former LAFC D Julian Gaines Nashville SC announced the signing Tuesday of defender Julian Gaines through the 2024 MLS season.Gaines, 21, appeared in two matches (one st...

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Julian Gaines - Signs with Nashville Gaines has agreed on a one year deal with Nashville SC, with club option for both 2025 and 2026.

Impact Gaines only made two appearances with LAFC in the MLS last season, spending most of his time with the reserves. In 20 appearances with LAFC II, the defender totaled four assists while averaging about 84 minutes per contest. He will be linking up with his brother McKinze Gaines in Nashville for the 2024 campaign.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

MLS moves I like: Petar Musa to Dallas, Nashville SC takes chance on promising prospect A club-record signing, an eager acquisition looking for starts and a promising developmental prospect.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Woobens Pacius - Signs with Nashville Pacius signed a two-year deal with Nashville SC, the club announced Thursday. The deal also includes options for both the 2026 and 2027 campaigns.

Impact Pacius spent the last season playing for Forge FC in the Canadian Premier League, where he racked up 10 games, and he arrives to MLS having bagged 32 goals across 93 outings for Forge over the last three campaigns. He is expected to open the 2023 MLS season as a depth alternative upfront.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC sign free agent D Brent Kallman Nashville SC announced the signing of free agent defender Brent Kallman for the 2024 season on Tuesday.Kallman, 33, spent the past six seaso...

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM