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FC Dallas acquires Shaq Moore from Nashville FC Dallas acquired defender Shaq Moore from Nashville SC in exchange for up to $150,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), the team announce...

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

FC Dallas acquire Shaq Moore from Nashville SC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - DAL receive: Shaq Moore - NSH receive: Up to $150k GAM FC Dallas have acquired USMNT right back Shaq Moore...

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Traded to FC Dallas Moore has been traded from Nashville SC to FC Dallas on Friday in exchange for $150,000 in GAM.

Impact Moore was a regular starter for Nashville on the right side of the defense, and the veteran full-back should remain in that role with Dallas. He started in 19 of his 23 appearances in Music City in 2024, and he's been in the XI in all but five of his 69 MLS matches since returning to the league in 2022.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Moore (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Chicago.

Impact Moore was a late addition to the injury report with a questionable tag. The defender is the top choice at right-back whenever fit, and if available would likely slot straight into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return Moore assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-1 defeat against Portland Timbers.

Impact Moore returned to the starting XI after serving time with the USMNT during Copa America, assisting once while playing the entire 90 minutes. He had started the last five games played at right back, totaling an assist with 14 crosses (two accurate), eight tackles and five chances created in that span.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at Portland Moore (not injury related) returns to the starting squad to face Portland Timbers on Sunday.

Impact Moore has been selected at right-back after spending the last month with the USMNT in Copa America. The defender was averaging 2.9 crosses per game and contributed one goal and one assist over 11 matches (eight starts) before leaving. He should now remain active, thus reducing Josh Bauer's playing time going forward.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for USA Moore was called up for the USMNT for the 2024 Copa America.

Impact Moore will miss the rest of June while on national team duty with the US. The full-back is tough to replace but Josh Bauer will be given the chance to step into a larger role while Moore represents his country.

JUNE 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt questionable tag Moore is questionable for Saturday's match against New England due to a hip issue.

Impact Moore has now been listed as questionable for a fifth straight match, once again due to his hip injury. However, he has yet to miss one of the matches he has been uncertain about with the hip issue, leading most to think he will be an option once again. If this is the case, he will hope to earn the start, with Josh Bauer being his likely replacement if Moore is left on the bench or is out.

JUNE 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays one half Moore recorded one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-0 win against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Moore was able to start, however was fit to just play one half during Wednesday's win. He's started three of the last five matches played since coming back from a hip injury, recording a goal with 11 tackles and eight crosses (zero accurate) in that span.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Cincinnati Moore (hip) is part of Nashville's starting lineup to face Cincinnati on Wednesday.

Impact Moore was questionable prior to this match but stayed in the initial squad for the third time in a row. He has recently operated as a right-back, recording one goal and one assist in nine matches played. Even though he hasn't gone the full 90 minutes since March 24, Moore has potential to be a decent all-around contributor while he's on the field.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed questionable tag again Moore (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Moore is still being affected by his hip issues, as he is now questionable for a fourth straight match despite playing in all three games prior to Wednesday's. That being said, he is likely to feature yet again, with the only question being if he will start or be on the bench.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in road draw Moore registered two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus CF Montreal.

Impact Moore did not miss any time after his hip injury and started for the sixth time in nine appearances in the campaign. The right-back had a decent all-around outing with the second-most tackles (three) for Nashville.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts for Nashville Moore (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match versus Montreal.

Impact Moore was able to recover from a slight hip injury to make another return to the lineup Saturday. He's already dealt with injury issues this season, starting five of the eight games played for Nashville.

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable vs. Montreal Moore (hip) is questionable for Saturday's game against Montreal.

Impact Moore is questionable for this match despite starting the previous one against Atlanta United. If he's unable to start, then Alex Muyl would be the primary candidate to replace him.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Moore scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice inaccurately during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Moore entered the match at halftime and scored the game's opening goal in the 81st minute. The goal was the first goal involvement since March for Moore who has played just 61 minutes over Nashville's last two matches while dealing with a hip injury.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Moore (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Charlotte.

Impact Moore is back on the bench after overcoming a hip issue. The defender isn't ready to make a full return, meaning Daniel Lovitz gets the start Saturday. Moore's first chance to start will be a May 15 clash with Toronto.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Moore (hip) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Charlotte.

Impact Moore was reportedly nearing a return and it appears he's now ready to make a return. The defender is questionable and could compete for a place in the starting XI on Saturday. If he's unable to do so he could target a midweek return against Toronto.

MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Getting closer to return Moore (hip) is progressing in his rehab and recently played 15 minutes in a behind-closed-doors game, so he's getting closer to being fit for selection, manager Gary Smith told Val...

Impact Saturday's game against Charlotte will come too soon for Moore, but the right-back could be nearing a potential return sooner rather than later. Alex Muyl should continue to start on the right side of the defense until Moore is ready to take over.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training on side Thursday Moore is recovering from a hip injury and was seen training away from the group during Thursday's session, Ben Wright of MLSSoccer.com reports.

Impact Moore has missed Nashville's last three league matches, and the fact that he's training on the side only two days away from the team's next fixture suggests he won't be ready to play Saturday against San Jose. Moore should be a regular when healthy, however, as he started in four of Nashville's first five league outings when available.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Thursday Moore (hip) was included in team training Thursday, according to manager Gary Smith, per Ben Wright of Backheeled.

Impact Moore is back in team training for the first time since going down with his hip issues, bringing some confidence that he could feature this weekend. However, it is still more likely he won't return until April 27 against San Jose. Either way, this is positive news, as they are close to gaining back a regular starter.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

Assists in win Moore registered an assist and attempted five crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Charlotte.

Impact Moore was back in the starting XI having appeared as a substitute in the previous game. He picked up his first assist of 2024 with a cross for the eventual decider, also winning one of his two tackles and making three clearances. The right-back registered four assists last season.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal against Colorado Moore had one shot on goal, created one chance, sent in six crosses (one accurate) and scored an own goal during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Colorado.

Impact Moore had a very unfortunate play in the 47th minute, when he accidentally sent the ball into his own net while trying to clear a cross from the right flank. The full-back tried to go up the field and support the offense but his crosses couldn't find the target this time. One of the best at his position during the last MLS season, Moore didn't start the new season as expected but will probably have a lot of opportunities to bounce back before his status of undisputed starter changes.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, blocks Moore crossed three times inaccurately, blocked a shot, made three tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Sunday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Moore was a part of the Nashville back four that kept a clean sheet Sunday, leading his side in both crosses and blocks. The fullback started in 33 of his 34 appearances a year ago providing four assists while making 82 tackles and 45 clearances.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE