RANDALL LEAL NEWS

Starts cup match Leal started and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's 2-0 over FC Dallas in the U.S Open Cup.

Impact Leal was back in action after missing the last 10 league matches with a hamstring injury. He is likely to start off the bench Saturday, but could return to the lineup as soon as May 17 against Inter Miami once he returns to full match fitness. In 29 games last season, the midfielder started in 27 contests while totaling two goals and five assists.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available for weekend Leal (hamstring) is expected to be included in Nashville's squad to face the Fire this weekend, manager Gary Smith told Broadway Sports Media's Ben Wright on Thursday.

Impact Leal has missed each of Nashville's last nine MLS games since suffering an injury in the season opener, but he could be set to return to action Saturday after more than two months on the sidelines.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Leal (hamstring) returned to full training with Nashville SC on Monday, manager Gary Smith told Ben Wright of Broadway Sports Media.

Impact Leal hasn't played since injuring his hamstring in the season opener, but he's aiming to return to availability in next weekend's clash against Atlanta United.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Leal (hamstring) is listed as questionable in Nashville's injury report to take on LAFC this weekend.

Impact Leal has been out since suffering a hamstring injury in Nashville's season opener back in February, but he's nearing a return to action and could even be available for selection against LAFC on Saturday.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on shelf Leal (hamstring) will not be an option for selection for Saturday's trip to New York City F.C.

Impact Leal will miss his seventh match in a row with a hamstring injury. He has only played one game so far, but is expected to make a return at some point this month.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Leal (hamstring) is out for Saturday's clash with Toronto, according to the Nashville injury report.

Impact Leal remains on the sideline as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. The midfielder picked up the hamstring injury in the season opener and has been sidelined for six matches since picking up the issue. Leal's next chance to return is an April 15 trip to NYC FC. In the meantime Dax McCarty or Alex Muyl could fill the void left by Leal.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Leal (hamstring) has returned to training with Nashville SC, manager Gary Smith told Drake Hills of the Tennessean on Thursday, but he's still ruled out for the clash against Orlan...

Impact Leal hasn't played since the season opener due to a hamstring injury he suffered in early March, and while he's making progress with his recovery, Saturday's game against Orlando comes too soon for him to return.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Cincinnati Leal (hamstring) will remain sidelined for Saturday's clash against FC Cincinnati, according to Nashville's injury report for the match.

Impact Leal is set to miss a fourth consecutive game this weekend due to a hamstring injury he sustained at the beginning of March.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Leal (hamstring) will not be an option for Saturday's match versus New England.

Impact Leal will miss his third match in a row with hamstring tightness. Once healthy, the midfield will return to the lineup with Alex Muyl (upper body), Anibal Godoy (shoulder) and Luke Haakenson (lower body) all dealing with injuries,

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined for weekend Leal (hamstring) will not be available for Saturday's clash against CF Montreal, Nashville manager Gary Smith confirmed to Ben Wright of Broadway Sports Media on Thursday.

Impact Leal felt some tightness in his hamstring in the days building up to last weekend's draw with the Red Bulls, and he had to be replaced by Alex Muyl in the XI for that game. Leal will miss out once again versus Montreal, but Smith is hopeful that he can return by the March 18 match against the Revolution.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against RBNY Leal (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's clash with RBNY.

Impact Leal is out for an undisclosed reason after not being listed on the injury report. It remains to be seen how serious the issue is or if it's even injury related. Dax McCarty slots into the starting XI in place of Leal.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots vs. New York City Leal took two shots and created a chance in Saturday's 2-0 victory against NYCFC.

Impact Leal lined up in attacking midfield Saturday and was active as his side opened up the 2023 campaign with a fairly comfortable win over the defending Eastern Conference finalists. His spot in the XI might look different once Hany Mukhtar (hip) and C.J. Sapong (undisclosed) are fully fit.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Versatile starter for Nashville Leal tallied two goals and five assists in a variety of roles across 29 MLS appearances (27 starts) for Nashville SC this season.

Impact Leal lined up in attacking midfield, on either wing and in central midfield at different points this campaign, and he only missed about a month due to an ankle injury he suffered in May. The 25-year-old should remain a starter heading into 2023, regardless of which position he is fielded in.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shots Leal took four off target shots, crossed five times (two accurate) and created four chances during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Houston.

Impact Leal was held off the scoresheet despite leading Nashville in both shots and chances created in the match. The attacker has two goals and five assists in 27 appearances while being one of Nashville's main attacking threats when on the pitch.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mukhtar and Nashville host the LA Galaxy

Hany Mukhtar leads Nashville into a matchup with the LA Galaxy after scoring two goals against Austin

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mukhtar hat trick for 19 goals, Nashville tops Rapids 4-1

Hany Mukhtar scored three goals and Nashville took down the Colorado Rapids 4-1 on Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jake Maher scores twice, Nashville beats Whitecaps 3-0

Defender Jake Maher scored twice and Nashville who won consecutive games for the first time since April, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0 on Saturday night

AUGUST 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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AUGUST 28, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Takes three shots in win Leal took three shots (one on target) and created three chances in Sunday's 4-0 victory against FC Dallas. He also made two interceptions and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Leal was once again active on both sides of the ball Sunday in what was a comprehensive and much-needed win over Dallas, but he's still looking for his first MLS goal since May 1.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seven shots in loss Leal took seven shots (one on target) and created a chance in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Minnesota United. He also made an interception and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Leal started in attacking midfield on Sunday and he's been extremely active across his last two appearances, taking a combined 11 shots in just under two hours of game time. Only two of those shots have been on target, however.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends seven crosses in draw Leal had one shot (on target), two chances created, seven crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw to FC Cincinnati.

Impact Leal delivered his most crosses in a match this season, with seven and remains productive in peripheral stats with 10 shots, six chances created, 14 crosses and seven fouls drawn over his past four matches. The midfielder though is now without a major contribution over that stretch after one goal and four assists to start the season.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Randall Leal, Hany Mukhtar talk Nashville win over Seattle Sounders FC Nashville SC forwards Randall Leal and Hany Mukhtar reflect on their 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC on Wednesday at Geodis Park.

JULY 15, 2022 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Takes three shots for victory Leal had three shots (off target), two crosses (none accurate), two fouls drawn and two tackles (both won) in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders.

Impact Leal has now taken 10 shots while delivering eight crosses over his past three matches alone. The midfielder has also mounted one goal and two assists from his past six starts and continues with his steady displays and production.

JULY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Leal provided one assist from one chance created and took two shots (both on goal) during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Portland.

Impact Leal has logged assists in two straight starts despite having not completed the full 90 in nine consecutive appearances. He'll next face Charlotte FC, which have conceded the fifth-most chances to defenders in MLS.

JULY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of assists Randall Leal assisted once to go with four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Leal provided a primary and secondary assist during Saturday's win, moving him to four total on the season. The midfielder is just making his way back from a long-term ankle injury but seemed to move just fine during his 62 minutes on the pitch. Leal should be right back in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Portland.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE