Match Summary
Nashville SC defeated St. Louis City 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by H. Mukhtar 11′, N. Gioacchini 41′, H. Mukhtar 70′ (pen.), H. Mukhtar 75′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Nashville SC had 51% possession while St. Louis City held 49%. Nashville SC had 10 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Nashville SC 2.14 — St. Louis City 1.71. Nashville SC made 5 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Nicholas Gioacchini 7′), Goal confirmed (Nicholas Gioacchini 44′).
Match Events
Key match events between Nashville SC and St. Louis City — 4 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: D. McCarty
Match Statistics
Nashville SC had 51% possession against St. Louis City's 49%. Nashville SC registered 10 shots (5 on target) while St. Louis City managed 13 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 14–19.
Lineups
Nashville SC lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation under G. Smith, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-3-1-2 under B. Carnell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nashville SC is 6.57, compared to 6.70 for St. Louis City. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Nashville SC's highest-rated starter is T. Bunbury (6.57), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is R. Alm (6.70).
Defensive Solidity
Nashville SC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against St. Louis City's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Nashville SC field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus St. Louis City's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Nashville SC start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.57, compared to 2 for St. Louis City averaging 6.70. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Discipline
Nashville SC's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for St. Louis City. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Nashville SC's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: R. Leal (28), oldest: T. Bunbury (35)), while St. Louis City average 27.0 (youngest: M. Perez (20), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Nashville SC's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 1 for St. Louis City. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Nashville SC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. St. Louis City show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Nashville SC and St. Louis City have met 1 times — Nashville SC won 0, St. Louis City won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. St. Louis City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026