NASHVILLE SC NEWS

Tyler Boyd - Not available Saturday Boyd (hip) is out for Saturday's match against Philadelphia.

Impact Boyd is now missing his second match in a row, having yet to heal from his hip issues after being a late out from last week's contest. He will now look for a return against Miami on April 20, having two weeks to return, hoping to still see a starting role once healthy, as he has started in four of his five appearances this season.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lukas MacNaughton - Starting against Philadelphia MacNaughton (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Philadelphia.

Impact MacNaughton is making his return Saturday as expected, having overcome a hip issue after missing the last two matches. He should continue in a starting role, as he has started in all but one contest he has been an option for this season.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC, 'back on track,' prepare for unbeaten Union Nashville SC coach Gary Smith liked how his team bounced back from a 5-0 loss at Los Angeles FC on March 23, gaining a 2-2 tie with the defe...

APRIL 6, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Tyler Boyd - Questionable with hip Boyd (hip) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Boyd was out against Columbus with no update pre-match and is now on the injury report. He's officially questionable though after missing the match last time out he should be considered a true game-time call. If Boyd is sidelined it could leave Nashville playing a more defensive formation without the winger.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lukas MacNaughton - Could return Saturday MacNaughton (hip) could be available to face Philadelphia on Saturday, manager Gary Smith told media, including Ben Wright of MLSSoccer.com, on Thursday.

Impact MacNaughton has already missed three games due to injury, including the last two, but all signs point to him returning to face the Union. His return would provide a massive defensive boost for a Nashville team that's already missing Shaq Moore (hip) and Walker Zimmerman (knee).

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shaq Moore - Won't face Philadelphia Moore (hip) won't play against Philadelphia on Saturday, manager Gary Smith told media, including Ben Wright of MLSSoccer.com, on Thursday.

Impact Smith said Lukas MacNaughton () is the only injured player with a chance of returning this weekend, so Moore will remain on the sidelines for Saturday's clash. His next chance to play will come against Inter Miami on April 20.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC's Aníbal Godoy wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Nashville SC midfielder Aníbal Godoy got on his bike to win Matchday 7's AT&T Goal of the Matchday, tallying just before the break to give t...

APRIL 3, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nashville SC star Hany Mukhtar finds peace in Ramadan: "It pushes you" | MLSSoccer.com Gamedays start a little earlier than usual for Hany Mukhtar at this time of year.

APRIL 3, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Joe Willis - Completes suspension Willis has completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Philadelphia on Saturday.

Impact Willis was sent off in the 5-0 drubbing by LAFC on March 23, but the game was "only" 3-0 when he departed the contest. Willis should return to his starting role to face the Union on Saturday, meaning Elliot Panicco will probably head back to the bench.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Shaffelburg - Assists in Saturday's draw Shaffelburg assisted once to go with six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Shaffelburg recorded his first goal contribution of the season Saturday as he set up Anibal Godoy's goal eight minutes into first half stoppage time which took the 2-1 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match and he added six crosses (one accurate), one attempted tackle and one interception before being subbed off in the 75th minute for Taylor Washington.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Anibal Godoy - Scores in return Godoy scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Godoy made his return to the pitch Saturday after missing one match due to international duty, and marked the occasion with his first goal of the season. It came on one of his season-high three shots and he added one inaccurate cross, one tackle and one interception before being subbed off in the 75th minute for Brian Anunga.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar - Scores in Saturday's draw Mukhtar scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Mukhtar scored his first goal of the season Saturday, an unassisted strike three minutes into first half stoppage time. He took season-high five shots (three on target) and created multiple chances and recorded over five crosses for the third consecutive match. He also played the full 90 minutes for the first time this season.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Elliot Panicco - Concedes twice in draw Panicco recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Panicco made his second start (third appearance) of the season Saturday and conceded two goals for the third time. He faced a season-low four shots on target, thanks in part to Columbus star Cucho Hernandez (undisclosed) being inactive. Staring goalkeeper Joe Willis will likely start Saturday versus Philadelphia Union after serving his one-match suspension.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hinestroza scores first MLS goal, Crew ties Nashville 2-2 Marino Hinestroza scored his first MLS goal in the 79th minute to help the Columbus Crew tie Nashville SC 2-2

MARCH 31, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Crew rally late to earn draw with Nashville SC Substitute Marino Hinestroza scored his first MLS goal in the 79th minute as the Columbus Crew rallied for a 2-2 draw with host Nashville SC...

MARCH 31, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

WATCH: Nashville SC's Aníbal Godoy scores incredible bicycle kick | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

MARCH 31, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Shaq Moore - Facing late fitness test Moore is questionable for Saturday's match against Columbus, as he was added to the injury report due to hip issues.

Impact Moore looks to most likely be facing a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's match, as he has picked up a hip injury in the buildup to the contest. This could put a hole in the squad, as he is a regular starter, so the club will hope he is an option. However, if he is not deemed fit enough to make the starting XI, expect Daniel Lovitz to start in his place at right-back.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Anibal Godoy - Avaiable Saturday Godoy (international duty) is available for Saturday's match against Columbus.

Impact Godoy has returned from his international duties, now being part of the selection pool for the contest against Columbus. The midfielder will most likely return to his bench role now, as he only started in one of his four appearances on the team sheet ahead of his departure to the Panama national team.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Shaffelburg - Returns to Nashville Shaffelburg (international duty) is an option for Saturday's match against Columbus.

Impact Shaffelburg is back in the US following his time with the Canadian national team. This leaves him as an option against Columbus, where he will most likely lineup on the bench, having started in only one of his four appearances this campaign.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will Nashville SC ever find a Plan B for Hany Mukhtar? | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

MARCH 28, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Randall Leal - Won't face Columbus Leal (hamstring) won't be available to face Columbus on Saturday, manager Gary Smith told Ben Wright of MLS.com.

Impact Leal has been dealing with a nagging hamstring injury he picked up during international duty with Costa Rica in early February, and Saturday's contest comes too soon for him to make his season debut. Nashville are targeting a return after the bye week to face Inter Miami on April 20, so he'll be on the sidelines for at least the team's next two games.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lukas MacNaughton - Questionable to play Saturday MacNaughton (hip) is questionable to play Saturday against Columbus, manager Gary Smith told Ben Wright of MLS.com.

Impact It sounds as if MacNaughton will be a true game-time decision for Saturday's matchup, though Smith already said he won't start. In any case, his availability would be excellent news for a Nashville team that already be without a prominent figure at the back in Walker Zimmerman (knee).

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hany Mukhtar - Six crosses at LA FC Mukhtar recorded two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 5-0 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Mukhtar had a decent offensive effort, leading Nashville in crosses, but it wasn't enough to avoid the tough road loss. The midfielder now has 15 crosses in three appearances in the season. That was his second start in a row, but he has yet to play the full 90.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Elliot Panicco - Makes four saves as sub Panicco registered four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 5-0 loss to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Panicco subbed on in the 64th minute after Joe Willis' red card, and made four saves during his limited time in the pitch. He also conceded two more goals, though, as Nashville played down one man. He will now look to bounce back starting against Columbus on Saturday.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Willis - Sent off Saturday Willis recorded two saves and conceded three times in Saturday's 5-0 loss to LAFC before being sent off due to a straight red card in the 62nd minute.

Impact Willis' already horrible day was topped off with a cherry, as after letting up three goals in the first 50 minutes, he would later be handed a one-match ban after receiving a red card due to stopping the ball with his hand well outside of the penalty area. This will leave the goalie suspended for the club's next match, not being an option for their contest against Columbus on Sunday. He was replaced by Elliot Panicco, who will most likely get the star in Wills' place while he is out, with the keeper next available for the team against Philadelphia on April 6.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE