Cristian Espinoza

Attacker #7
Age 30 years
Nationality Argentina
Market Value €5M

Career

No transfer history

Cristian Espinoza is Nashville's Bronze-tier Impact specialist. The 31-year-old Argentine has built a fascinating career spanning Villarreal, Boca Juniors, and the American top flight, though he still hunts for his first piece of major silverware. Operating largely as a game-changer off the bench, he brings immediate energy to the pitch and changes the rhythm of a match.

While his sample size remains in the emerging stages, his output is undeniable. Five appearances and 338 minutes have yielded two goals and two assists, proving he needs little time to alter the narrative. Certified as an ARCHITECT, his Passing metrics are off the charts, allowing him to unlock tired defenses with surgical precision. Add his DRIBBLER credentials into the mix, and you get a substitute who is hitting top form precisely when introduced. He thrives in tight spaces, turning half-chances into high-quality opportunities while defenses scramble to adjust.

Valued around €4M with a stable trajectory, Espinoza represents a reliable domestic asset. As the grind of the season deepens, having a proven veteran who can flip a match's momentum is a priceless commodity for any ambitious squad.

Player Rating

Cristian Omar Espinoza
74
Rating
68
steady
Form
⚡ Skills 69
🎯 Clutch 35
🎨 Style 85
📊 Ability 63
💰 Fair Value
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Attacker

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

exceptional ARCHITECT (3.20 Key Passes/90)

Also shows: above average DRIBBLER (1.9 Dribbles/90)

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A specialist who excels in Passing (95/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.

Physical profile: Veteran Experience.

Cristian Omar Espinoza Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Attackers

Height 16%
Weight 40%
Experience 85%

vs Major League Soccer

Height 15%
Weight 39%
Experience 82%

Traits

POCKET ROCKET

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 73 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 73 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 36 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 9 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 95 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 73
Shooting 73
Defense 36
Workrate 9
Passing 95
Key Strength 95 Passing
Area to Watch 9 Workrate

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Cristian Omar Espinoza this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Aug 30, 2026 Nashville SC 4-0 FC Cincinnati Major League Soccer 87' 7.9 - 1 62 Geodis Park
Aug 23, 2026 Nashville SC 3-2 Columbus Crew Major League Soccer 88' 7.3 - 0 87 Geodis Park
Aug 19, 2026 New York Red Bulls 0-1 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 16' 6.2 - - 43 Sports Illustrated Stadium
Aug 16, 2026 Nashville SC 4-1 Inter Miami Major League Soccer 72' 7.2 - 1 73 Geodis Park
May 24, 2026 Nashville SC 2-1 New York City FC Major League Soccer 89' 6.3 - 1 70 Geodis Park
May 18, 2026 Nashville SC 3-2 Los Angeles FC Major League Soccer 91' 6.2 - - 83 Geodis Park
May 13, 2026 New England Revolution 0-3 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 93' 7.0 - 2 52 Gillette Stadium
May 10, 2026 Nashville SC 2-2 DC United Major League Soccer 93' 6.9 - - 100 Geodis Park
May 02, 2026 Philadelphia Union 0-0 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 28' 6.6 - - 23 Subaru Park
Apr 26, 2026 Nashville SC 4-2 Charlotte Major League Soccer 86' 6.3 - 1 77 Geodis Park
Apr 18, 2026 Atlanta United FC 0-2 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 96' 8.2 1 0 45 Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Apr 11, 2026 Charlotte 1-2 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 23' 6.3 0 0 89 Bank of America Stadium
Apr 05, 2026 Chicago Fire 1-0 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 78' 5.7 0 0 38 Soldier Field
Mar 21, 2026 Nashville SC 5-0 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 68' 9.0 1 1 67 Geodis Park
Mar 14, 2026 Columbus Crew 0-1 Nashville SC Major League Soccer 23' 7.3 0 1 62 ScottsMiracle-Gro Field

Player Market Value

Track Cristian Omar Espinoza's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €4.5M
Peak Value €7.0M (Q3'16)
€7.0M €3.5M €0
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