Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Inter Miami defeated Nashville SC 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Messi 10′, L. Messi 39′, T. Allende 73′, T. Allende 76′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Inter Miami had 50% possession while Nashville SC held 50%. Inter Miami had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Nashville SC. Expected goals: Inter Miami 2.12 — Nashville SC 0.58. Inter Miami made 3 substitutions, Nashville SC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Inter Miami and Nashville SC — 4 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Allende
assist: M. Silvetti
assist: L. Messi
Match Statistics
Inter Miami had 50% possession against Nashville SC's 50%. Inter Miami registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Nashville SC managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 0–6. Fouls committed: 16–21.
Lineups
Inter Miami lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Javier Alejandro Mascherano, while Nashville SC deployed a 4-3-3 under Brian Joseph Callaghan II.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Inter Miami is 7.14, compared to 7.02 for Nashville SC. 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. Inter Miami's highest-rated starter is L. Messi (8.60), while Nashville SC's best-rated player is S. Surridge (7.31).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Inter Miami have contributed 69 goals and 59 assists this season, led by L. Messi (35G). Nashville SC's starters account for 17 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by S. Surridge (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Inter Miami deploy 4 defenders rated 6.96 on average, against Nashville SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.99. 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
Inter Miami field 4 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus Nashville SC's 3 rated 7.06. 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
Inter Miami start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.76, compared to 3 for Nashville SC averaging 7.02. 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 50% for Inter Miami and 85% for Nashville SC. 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
Inter Miami's starters have collected 48 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Nashville SC. 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 Inter Miami's starting XI is 27.6 (youngest: M. Silvetti (19), oldest: L. Messi (38)), while Nashville SC average 27.5 (youngest: M. Corcoran (19), oldest: J. Willis (37)). 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
Inter Miami's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 9 for Nashville SC. 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: Javier Alejandro Mascherano
Substitutes
Coach: Brian Joseph Callaghan II
Rivalry since 2020
Inter Miami vs Nashville SC Head to Head Results· 19
Inter Miami and Nashville SC have met 19 times — Inter Miami won 8, Nashville SC won 5, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Inter Miami leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 19 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.79 per match (28 for the home side, 25 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 13 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (68%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Nashville SC are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Inter Miami have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat. Nashville SC 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