Nashville SC 2 - 0 FT Toronto FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' Hany Mukhtar (Cristian Espinoza)
43' Hany Mukhtar (Sam Surridge)
↓ Lewis Morgan ↑Alonso 45'
HT
↓ Nickseon Gomis ↑Kobe Franklin 63'
71' ↓ Elias Saad ↑Shakur Mohammed
↓ Jonathan Osorio ↑Alejandro Piedrahita Díaz 73'
↓ Dániel Sallói ↑Emilio Aristizábal 73'
78' ↓ Cristian Espinoza ↑Alex Muyl
81' Sam Surridge
86' ↓ Edvard Sandvik Tagseth ↑Bryan Acosta
↓ Theo Corbeanu ↑Derrick Etienne Jr. 87'
87' ↓ Andy Najar ↑josh bauer
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Nashville SC
Goalkeepers
Joe Willis 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Andy Najar 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Maxwell Woledzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeisson Palacios 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Reed Baker-Whiting 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Elias Saad
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Edvard Tagseth
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
56%
Pass Acc
Matthew Corcoran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Cristian Espinoza
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Sam Surridge 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Hany Mukhtar 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
9.9
Rating
BENCH
Josh Bauer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jordan Knight
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Lovitz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Maher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryan Acosta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shakur Mohammed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Muyl
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toronto FC
Goalkeepers
Luka Gavran 
OCTOPUS
9
Saves
9
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
J. Gilman
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
Zane Monlouis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nickseon Gomis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Matheus Pereira
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Jonathan Osorio
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Dániel Sallói
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Niklas Dorsch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Theo Corbeanu
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Josh Sargent
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
Lewis Morgan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
45
Entry
BENCH
William Yarbrough 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lazar Stefanovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kobe Franklin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raheem Edwards
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alonso Coello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jules-Anthony Vilsaint
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Piedrahita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Derrick Etienne Jr.
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emilio Aristizábal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2026 | Toronto FC | 2 - 1 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | BMO Field |
| 07/20/2025 | Nashville SC | 1 - 0 | Toronto FC | Major League Soccer | Geodis Park |
| 05/24/2025 | Toronto FC | 1 - 2 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | BMO Field |
| 06/19/2024 | Toronto FC | 1 - 2 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | BMO Field |
| 05/16/2024 | Nashville SC | 2 - 0 | Toronto FC | Major League Soccer | GEODIS Park |
| 06/10/2023 | Toronto FC | 1 - 1 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | BMO Field |
| 04/09/2023 | Nashville SC | 0 - 0 | Toronto FC | Major League Soccer | GEODIS Park |
| 08/07/2022 | Nashville SC | 3 - 4 | Toronto FC | Major League Soccer | GEODIS Park |
| 09/18/2021 | Toronto FC | 2 - 1 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | BMO Field |
| 08/01/2021 | Toronto FC | 1 - 1 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | BMO Field |
09/09/2026
07/20/2025
05/24/2025
06/19/2024
05/16/2024
06/10/2023
04/09/2023
08/07/2022
09/18/2021
08/01/2021
Nashville SC Win
Toronto FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +31
P: 22 GD: +16
P: 23 GD: +10
P: 21 GD: +12
P: 22 GD: +3
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 22 GD: +3
P: 21 GD: -7
P: 20 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -15
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 23 GD: -14
League Standings
P: 27 GD: +34
P: 27 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +14
P: 27 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +10
P: 27 GD: -16
P: 27 GD: -17
P: 27 GD: +5
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 26 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -4
P: 27 GD: -12
P: 27 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nashville SC
Toronto FC
Nashville SC
Toronto FC
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Mukhtar Magic Keeps Nashville Top of the Pile
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 42/100. A relentless offensive display solidified Nashville’s spot at the summit while plunging Toronto deeper into despair.
Early Fireworks at Geodis Park
When Nashville SC stepped onto the field at Geodis Park, their objective was crystal clear. They immediately seized control and dominated possession, forcing the visitors into a deep defensive shell. The Intensity of their pressing game was off the charts, suffocating any early attempts at counter-attacks. A barrage of early corner kicks signaled their intent, turning the penalty area into a constant danger zone. Toronto FC struggled to cope with the sheer volume of attacks. That relentless pressure paid off quickly in the 16th minute. Cristian Espinoza carved out a pocket of space and delivered a precision ball to Hany Mukhtar, who made no mistake to break the deadlock and ignite the home crowd.
The Shooting Gallery
Despite falling behind, the visitors attempted to find some tactical Balance, but they were largely pinned back by a shooting gallery. The two sides combined for a staggering 34 shots, though the overwhelming majority came from the men in yellow. Only exceptional goalkeeper heroics kept the scoreline respectable, as the visitors’ netminder racked up nine crucial saves to weather the storm. Nashville generated five big chances, exploiting gaps on the flanks time and time again. Just as the half seemed destined to end with a narrow margin, Sam Surridge provided a perfectly weighted pass to Mukhtar in the 43rd minute. The star midfielder finished with trademark composure to secure a crucial brace right before the break.
Coasting to the Finish
Coming out for the second half with a comfortable two-goal cushion, the home side expertly managed the tempo to ensure any lingering hopes of an Upset were thoroughly crushed. Their backline was practically impenetrable. J. Palacios and R. Baker-Whiting put in outstanding shifts, winning crucial aerial duels and cutting out passing lanes with absolute ease. With the Stakes incredibly high for the visitors’ fading post-season hopes, this defeat leaves them languishing in tenth place, 26 points adrift of the leaders. Meanwhile, Nashville continues to set the gold standard in the league. They held their nerve, secured a vital clean sheet, and reinforced their status as the team to beat.
Key Questions
What made H. Mukhtar the Man of the Match?
His clinical first-half brace dictated the game, turning Nashville's heavy possession into a decisive scoreboard advantage.
What does this mean for Nashville SC's season?
The victory cements their first-place position in the league with 50 points, keeping their regular season championship ambitions perfectly on track.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Nashville's Title Credentials Face a Stern Test at Geodis Park
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. With Nashville marching toward the top seed and Toronto fighting for relevance, this clash is a true David versus Goliath scenario that could define the title race.
The Setup
The Nashville SC title charge rolls into Geodis Park this September 27, 2026. Sitting pretty at the summit of Major League Soccer with 54 points, the hosts boast an off-the-charts Form rating at home, winning nine of their last ten matches here to build a formidable fortress. Toronto FC rock up languishing in 12th place with 29 points, desperate to salvage some pride in the regular season run-in. A high Stakes metric confirms the pressure is all on Nashville to avoid a slip-up, while Toronto arrives with nothing to lose. The Balance of power leans heavily toward the home side, but Toronto's recent capacity to grind out draws shows they can be incredibly stubborn opponents when properly motivated.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on Hany Mukhtar pulling the strings for Nashville against Toronto's talisman J. Sargent. Mukhtar provides the creative spark with his impressive Stars rating, directly threatening the visitors' backline with incisive runs and clever distribution. On the flip side, Sargent will be hunting for half-chances on the counter, aiming to disrupt the home side's rhythm and capitalize on any momentary defensive lapses.
Our Prediction
We expect Nashville to dictate the tempo early, suffocating Toronto with relentless pressure and wide overloads. The visitors will sit deep and try to absorb the blows, but the sheer volume of home attacks will eventually break the levee. A comfortable 3-1 victory for the league leaders looks written in the stars, driven by their devastating attacking unit and structural dominance.