Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Nashville SC defeated Houston Dynamo 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by H. Mukhtar 2′, Junior Urso 40′, S. Surridge 48′, A. Najar 50′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Nashville SC had 67% possession while Houston Dynamo held 33%. Nashville SC had 18 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Houston Dynamo. Expected goals: Nashville SC 2.33 — Houston Dynamo 0.65. Nashville SC made 5 substitutions, Houston Dynamo made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Nashville SC and Houston Dynamo — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Nashville SC had 67% possession against Houston Dynamo's 33%. Nashville SC registered 18 shots (7 on target) while Houston Dynamo managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 18–9.
Lineups
Nashville SC lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under Brian Joseph Callaghan II, while Houston Dynamo deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nashville SC is 7.08, compared to 6.74 for Houston Dynamo. 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. Palacios (7.43), while Houston Dynamo's best-rated player is J. McGlynn (7.41).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Nashville SC have contributed 18 goals and 10 assists this season, led by S. Surridge (9G). Houston Dynamo's starters account for 7 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by L. Ennali (3G). 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 7.12 on average, against Houston Dynamo's 4-man backline averaging 6.52. 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 6.94, versus Houston Dynamo's 5 rated 6.92. 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 7.23, compared to 1 for Houston Dynamo averaging 6.40. 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 86% for Nashville SC and 83% for Houston Dynamo. 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 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Houston Dynamo. 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 29.4 (youngest: P. Yazbek (23), oldest: J. Willis (37)), while Houston Dynamo average 27.3 (youngest: J. McGlynn (22), oldest: E. Sviatchenko (34)). 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 9 league appearances each, versus 11 for Houston Dynamo. 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
Coach: Brian Joseph Callaghan II
Substitutes
Coach: Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero
Rivalry since 2020
Nashville SC vs Houston Dynamo Head to Head Results· 4
Nashville SC and Houston Dynamo have met 4 times — Nashville SC won 1, Houston Dynamo won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Houston Dynamo leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (5 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Nashville SC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Houston Dynamo show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026