NASHVILLE SC NEWS

Jack Maher - Logs five clearances in loss Maher made five clearances, one interception and two blocks during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Maher put up another nice performance at the heart of the defense for Nashville, pacing his side in clearances and imposing his will against opposing forwards. With 33 clearances over his last four starts, the center-back will be essential during Game 2 of the series that will be played on Nov. 7 at Nashville.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Walker Zimmerman - Busy defensively versus Orlando Zimmerman made two tackles (one won), four clearances, one interception and three blocks during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Zimmerman had his hands full against a dynamic Orlando offense during the playoff opener and it's safe to say that it was the hard work of the defensive line what kept Nashville alive in the game. With 25 clearances over his last four starts, the captain will try to keep up with the strong play during Nov. 7 Game 2 of the series.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Walker Zimmerman - Busy defensively versus Orlando Zimmerman made two tackles (one won), four clearances, one interception and three blocks during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Zimmerman had his hands full against a dynamic Orlando offense during the playoff opener and it's safe to say that it was the hard work of the defensive line what kept Nashville alive in the game. With 25 clearances over his last four starts, the captain will try to keep up with the strong play during Nov. 7 Game 2 of the series.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Willis - Makes four saves in loss Willis made four saves and conceded one goal during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Willis made a great job between the posts during the first half but then came Wilder Cartagena to beat him with a spectacular long-range finish just before halftime and score what ended up being a game-winner for the opposition. The goalkeeper, who kept three clean sheets over his last six regular season starts, will need to be at his best to keep his team alive in the series on Nov. 7 when Nashville hosts Game 2.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Willis - Makes four saves in loss Willis made four saves and conceded one goal during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Willis made a great job between the posts during the first half but then came Wilder Cartagena to beat him with a spectacular long-range finish just before halftime and score what ended up being a game-winner for the opposition. The goalkeeper, who kept three clean sheets over his last six regular season starts, will need to be at his best to keep his team alive in the series on Nov. 7 when Nashville hosts Game 2.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar - Takes five shots versus Orlando Mukhtar had five shots (three on target) and drew four fouls during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Mukhtar had another nice performance here despite being on the losing side, having a couple shots forcing the opposing goalkeeper to make great saves. On the other hand, great performances aside, the forwards is currently riding a seven-game scoreless streak and Nashville will desperately need him to put it to an end on Nov. 7, when they host Game 2 of the series.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar - Takes five shots versus Orlando Mukhtar had five shots (three on target) and drew four fouls during Monday's 1-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Mukhtar had another nice performance here despite being on the losing side, having a couple shots forcing the opposing goalkeeper to make great saves. On the other hand, great performances aside, the forwards is currently riding a seven-game scoreless streak and Nashville will desperately need him to put it to an end on Nov. 7, when they host Game 2 of the series.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cartagena, Gallese lead Orlando City over Nashville 1-0 in series opener

Wilder Cartagena scored his second career goal in his first playoff appearance and Pedro Gallese notched his first postseason clean sheet as Orlando City opened its series against...

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • Associated Press

Wilder Cartagena, Orlando City edge Nashville SC Oct 30, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando City midfielder Wilder Cartagena (16) celebrates a goal in the first half against the Nashville...

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Nashville SC vs. Orlando City FREE LIVE STREAM (10/30/23): Watch MLS playoffs online | Time, TV, channel Nashville SC faces Orlando City in the MLS Playoffs on Monday, Oct.30, 2023 (10/30/23) at Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • NJ.COM

Jacob Shaffelburg - Back in starting XI Shaffelburg is starting for Monday's trip to Orlando after appearing off the bench during a 1-0 loss to RBNY.

Impact Shaffelburg was questionable for decision day due to a lower-body injury but is now back in the starting XI. The winger had the extra week to recover fully and should be a full go for the opening match of the playoffs. Shaffelburg finished the regular season with three goals and one assist, on 30 shots (nine on goal)

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City in top form ahead of playoff series vs. Nashville SC Oct 21, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Orlando City SC midfielder Martin Ojeda (11) congratulates forward Duncan McGuire (13) on the first of...

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Randall Leal - Listed as questionable Leal (lower body) is questionable for Monday's playoff trip to Orlando City.

Impact Leal has been training individually as he could be a late call for Monday. He had started the last five matches in a row, recording nine crosses (four accurate) and five tackles in that span. If the midfielder has sit out, then a formation change to a 3-4-1-2 is likely with Shaq Moore moving to right midfield and Lukas MacNaughton could move into center back to play alongside Jack Maher and Walker Zimmerman.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLS playoffs kick off with new format, a best-of-three first-round series

Major League Soccer's playoffs have a new twist this season: the opening round will be a best-of-three series.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Randall Leal - Training alone Leal (leg) took part in individual training Friday, Ben Wright reports.

Impact Leal came off after just 32 minutes on decision day and is training individually ahead of Monday's clash with Orlando. It's not clear if Leal will be able to go in the first leg, though the fact he's training in any capacity gives him a good chance to get back on the pitch at some point during the series.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Maher - Seven clearances on day Maher recorded seven clearances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Maher has had one of the best seasons in his career, starting all 32 matches played while playing in every minute of the games. He's logged in a goal with 126 clearances, which is a career high. This also puts him at an average of 3.9 per contest.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Anibal Godoy - Two clearances in loss Godoy generated one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Godoy has started eight of the last nine matches since returning from the Gold Cup, recording 10 tackles (five won) and seven clearances in that span.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Muyl - Makes two shots Muyl registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Muyl has been a sporadic starter for the team of late, starting 10 of the last 116 matches played. In that span, he's recorded 22 tackles (eight won) and 12 clearances.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Bulls extend playoff streak with 1-0 win over Nashville SC Oct 21, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; New York Red Bulls defender Kyle Duncan (6) reacts after being given a yellow card against the Nash...

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Shaq Moore - Leads Nashville in tackles Moore took an off target shot, crossed once inaccurately and made four tackles (winning all four) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Moore led Nashville with four tackles as part of the back four that didn't conceded in open play. The fullback ends the regular season with four assists, 91 crosses, 25 chances created and 80 tackles in 32 appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Lovitz - Leads Nashville with four crosses Lovitz crossed four times (one accurate), made three tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Lovtiz was a part of the Nashville back four that didn't concede from open play while tying for the team-high with four crosses. Lovtiz ends the regular season with four assists, 127 crosses, 35 chances created and 55 tackles in 32 appearances.-

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Walker Zimmerman - Makes 13 clearances Zimmermann created two chances, made an interception, two tackles (winning one) and 13 clearances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zimmermann was a part of the Nashville back line that only conceded from the penalty spot as he led the team with 13 clearances. Zimmermann ends the regular season with three goal involvements and 99 clearances in 24 appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Willis - Only beaten from the spot Willis allowed a goal while making four saves during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Willis conceded the lone goal of the match from the penalty spot in the 94th minute as Nashville dropped all three points. The keeper ends the regular season allowing 31 goals in 32 league starts, keeping 10 clean sheets and making 99 saves.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE