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18 October 2025 at 22:00

Major League Soccer · Season 2025
Referee: Jon Freemon

Match Summary

Inter Miami defeated Nashville SC 5:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Messi 35′, S. Surridge 43′, J. Shaffelburg 45′, L. Messi 63′ (pen.), B. Rodriguez 67′, L. Messi 81′, T. Segovia 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Nashville SC had 40% possession while Inter Miami held 60%. Nashville SC had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 17 (9 on target) for Inter Miami. Expected goals: Nashville SC 3.06 — Inter Miami 3.28. Nashville SC made 5 substitutions, Inter Miami made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Nashville SC and Inter Miami — 7 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Nashville SC
Inter Miami
Kick Off
35′
L. Messi

assist: J. Alba

S. Surridge

assist: H. Mukhtar

43′
Half Time
J. ShaffelburgT. Boyd
56′
63′
L. Messi

Penalty

Hany Mukhtar64′
64′
M. WeigandtI. Fray
64′
G. LujanT. Segovia
P. YazbekG. Brugman
73′
A. MuylJ. Bauer
73′
73′
B. RodriguezY. Bright
81′
L. Messi

assist: I. Fray

82′
T. AllendeT. Aviles
E. TagsethB. Acosta
88′
H. MukhtarT. Bunbury
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Nashville SC had 40% possession against Inter Miami's 60%. Nashville SC registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Inter Miami managed 17 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 10–7.

7Shots on Goal9
4Shots off Goal6
15Total Shots17
4Blocked Shots2
14Shots insidebox11
1Shots outsidebox6
10Fouls7
6Corner Kicks3
3Offsides4
40%Ball Possession60%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves5
414Total passes620
362Passes accurate566
87%Passes %91%
3.06expected_goals3.28
1goals_prevented1

Lineups

Nashville SC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Brian Joseph Callaghan II, while Inter Miami deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Javier Alejandro Mascherano.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Nashville SC is 6.85, compared to 6.90 for Inter Miami. 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 J. Shaffelburg (6.85), while Inter Miami's best-rated player is R. de Paul (7.12).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Nashville SC have contributed 4 goals and 2 assists this season, led by J. Shaffelburg (4G). Inter Miami's starters account for 25 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by T. Allende (20G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Nashville SC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Inter Miami's 4-man backline averaging 6.75. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.85, versus Inter Miami's 5 rated 7.00. 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Inter Miami averaging —. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Nashville SC and 55% for Inter Miami. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Nashville SC's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 20 for Inter Miami. 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 26.0 (youngest: J. Shaffelburg (26), oldest: J. Shaffelburg (26)), while Inter Miami average 25.2 (youngest: B. Rodriguez (22), oldest: R. de Paul (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 25 league appearances each, versus 22 for Inter Miami. 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.

Nashville SCPosition StrengthInter Miami
6.85
Avg Rating
6.90
🧤 GK (1 v 1)6.92
0G 0A0G 0A
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.75
0G 0A1G 3A
6.85 MID (4 v 5)7.00
4G 2A24G 8A
Nashville SC4-4-2
1🧤GKJ. Willis
31🛡DEFA. Najar
25🛡DEFW. Zimmerman
5🛡DEFJ. Maher
2🛡DEFD. Lovitz
14MIDJ. Shaffelburg6.84G2A
8MIDP. Yazbek
20MIDE. Tagseth
19MIDA. Muyl
10FWDH. Mukhtar
9FWDS. Surridge
Inter Miami4-2-3-1
34🧤GKR. Rios6.9
57🛡DEFM. Weigandt6.71G2A
2🛡DEFG. Lujan6.81A
37🛡DEFM. Falcon
18🛡DEFJ. Alba
7MIDR. de Paul7.11G4A
5MIDS. Busquets
21MIDT. Allende7.020G2A
10MIDL. Messi
11MIDB. Rodriguez6.83G2A
9FWDL. Suarez

Substitutes

22(D)J. Bauer
11(F)T. Boyd
99(G)B. Schwake

Substitutes

17(D)I. Fray
32(D)N. Allen
15(D)R. Sailor
19(G)O. Ustari
6(D)T. Aviles
42(M)Y. Bright

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Nashville SC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Inter Miami show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Nashville SC

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Inter Miami

WWWWLW

Head to Head

Nashville SC and Inter Miami have met 4 times — Nashville SC won 1, Inter Miami won 3, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Inter Miami leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 14 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 10 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.

1

Nashville SC

0

Drawn

3

Inter Miami

Goals: 4Goals: 10

Recent Meetings (4)

9 Nov 2025Inter Miami4 – 0Nashville SC
1 Nov 2025Nashville SC2 – 1Inter Miami
25 Oct 2025Inter Miami3 – 1Nashville SC
12 Jul 2025Inter Miami2 – 1Nashville SC

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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