Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Inter Miami defeated Nashville SC 5:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Messi 35′, S. Surridge 43′, J. Shaffelburg 45′, L. Messi 63′ (pen.), B. Rodriguez 67′, L. Messi 81′, T. Segovia 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Nashville SC had 40% possession while Inter Miami held 60%. Nashville SC had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 17 (9 on target) for Inter Miami. Expected goals: Nashville SC 3.06 — Inter Miami 3.28. Nashville SC made 5 substitutions, Inter Miami made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Nashville SC and Inter Miami — 7 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Alba
assist: H. Mukhtar
Penalty
Match Statistics
Nashville SC had 40% possession against Inter Miami's 60%. Nashville SC registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Inter Miami managed 17 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 10–7.
Lineups
Nashville SC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Brian Joseph Callaghan II, while Inter Miami deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Javier Alejandro Mascherano.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nashville SC is 7.04, compared to 7.16 for Inter Miami. 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 (7.31), while Inter Miami's best-rated player is L. Messi (8.60).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Nashville SC have contributed 17 goals and 10 assists this season, led by S. Surridge (9G). Inter Miami's starters account for 77 goals and 67 assists, spearheaded by L. Messi (35G). 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 7.01 on average, against Inter Miami's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 Inter Miami's 5 rated 7.37. 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 Inter Miami averaging 7.28. 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 85% for Nashville SC and 51% for Inter Miami. 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 51 for Inter Miami. 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 29.2 (youngest: P. Yazbek (23), oldest: J. Willis (37)), while Inter Miami average 29.8 (youngest: B. Rodriguez (22), oldest: L. Messi (38)). 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 26 for Inter Miami. 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: Javier Alejandro Mascherano
Rivalry since 2020
Nashville SC vs Inter Miami Head to Head Results· 19
Nashville SC and Inter Miami have met 19 times — Nashville SC won 5, Inter Miami won 8, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Inter Miami leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 19 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.63 per match (23 for the home side, 27 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (68%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Inter Miami are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–5 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Nashville SC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Inter Miami show 5 wins, 0 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