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Nashville Sc vs Cf Montreal

Geodis Park, Nashville23 March 2025 at 00:30
Referee: Lorenzo Hernandez

Match Events

Nashville SC
CF Montreal
Kick Off
Half Time
56′
66′
C. ClarkS. Ibrahim
73′
V. LoturiS. Piette
73′
B. DukeK. Opoku
74′
F. AlvarezB. Craig
J. PerezJ. Gaines
80′
H. MukhtarT. Bunbury
86′
G. BrugmanW. Meyer
90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal2
5Shots off Goal3
16Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots3
12Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox3
16Fouls11
5Corner Kicks3
1Offsides0
49%Ball Possession51%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
441Total passes453
359Passes accurate369
81%Passes %81%
1.70expected_goals0.42
-1goals_prevented-1

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Nashville SC is 6.99, compared to 6.64 for CF Montreal. 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 S. Surridge (7.46), while CF Montreal's best-rated player is P. Owusu (7.01).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Nashville SC have contributed 13 goals and 4 assists this season, led by S. Surridge (9G). CF Montreal's starters account for 7 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by P. Owusu (6G). 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 6.95 on average, against CF Montreal's 3-man backline averaging 6.55. 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 6.88, versus CF Montreal's 5 rated 6.51. 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 7.46, compared to 2 for CF Montreal averaging 7.01. 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 83% for Nashville SC and 69% for CF Montreal. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for CF Montreal. 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: E. Tagseth (24), oldest: J. Willis (37)), while CF Montreal average 23.8 (youngest: Y. Guboglo (18), oldest: P. Owusu (28)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 10 for CF Montreal. 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 SC4-2-3-13-5-2CF Montreal
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Willis22Bauer25Zimmerm.5Maher2Lovitz7Brugman20Tagseth24Perez10Mukhtar19Muyl9Surridge40Sirois24Campbell4Alvarez13Petrasso39Guboglo22Loturi19Saliba10Duke25Sealy23Clark9Owusu

Substitutes

Coach: Brian Joseph Callaghan II

Substitutes

Coach: Marco Donadel

Nashville SCPosition StrengthCF Montreal
6.99
Avg Rating
6.64
6.95Defender (4 v 3)6.55
0G 0A0G 0A
6.88Midfielder (5 v 5)6.51
4G 4A1G 1A
7.46Forward (1 v 2)7.01
9G 0A6G 5A
Nashville SC4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Willis
22DefenderJ. Bauer6.8
25DefenderW. Zimmerman
5DefenderJ. Maher7.1
2DefenderD. Lovitz6.9
7MidfielderG. Brugman
20MidfielderE. Tagseth7.11G
24MidfielderJ. Perez
10MidfielderH. Mukhtar7.03G4A
19MidfielderA. Muyl6.6
9ForwardS. Surridge7.59G
CF Montreal3-5-2
40GoalkeeperJ. Sirois
24DefenderG. Campbell
4DefenderF. Alvarez
13DefenderL. Petrasso6.5
39MidfielderY. Guboglo6.2
22MidfielderV. Loturi6.81G1A
19MidfielderN. Saliba
10MidfielderB. Duke
25MidfielderD. Sealy
23ForwardC. Clark
9ForwardP. Owusu7.06G5A

Match Summary

Nashville SC defeated CF Montreal 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Muyl 56′, J. Bauer 62′, J. Perez 67′. 1 yellow card was shown. Nashville SC had 49% possession while CF Montreal held 51%. Nashville SC had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for CF Montreal. Expected goals: Nashville SC 1.70 — CF Montreal 0.42. Nashville SC made 3 substitutions, CF Montreal made 4.

Rivalry since 2020

Nashville SC vs CF Montreal Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Nashville SC
5
wins
Drawn
4
CF Montreal
1
wins
Total goals
21 · 2.1/match
Both scored
5/10 · 50%
Over 2.5
3/10 · 30%

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