In a closely contested match at Geodis Park, Nashville SC edged past Toronto FC with a 1-0 victory in week 21 of the MLS. The only goal of the match came in the 27th minute, when Sam Surridge found the back of the net.
After a brilliant solo play from the right flank, Surridge unleashed a powerful shot that beat the Toronto goalkeeper, marking the definitive score for Nashville SC.
Sam Surridge’s exceptional performance made him the standout player of the match, contributing with one goal and three shots on target.
Defensively, Sigurd Rosted from Toronto FC made his presence known, successfully blocking three dangerous attempts from the Nashville side.
A standout moment occurred in the 80th minute when Patrick Yazbek executed a delightful nutmeg, slipping the ball through the legs of Toronto’s forward Theodor Corbeanu.
Nashville’s head coach, B. J. Callaghan, opted for a tactical 4-3-3 formation, featuring Joseph Willis in goal; Andy Nájar, Walker Zimmerman, Jeisson Palacios, and Daniel Lovitz in defense; and Alex Muyl, Gastón Brugman, and Edvard Tagseth in midfield; flanked by Hany Mukhtar, Sam Surridge, and Ahmed Qasem in the attack.
On the other hand, Toronto FC’s head coach Robin Fraser also chose a 4-3-3 setup with Sean Johnson protecting the net; a defensive line consisting of Kosi Thompson, Kevin Long, Sigurd Rosted, and Kobe Franklin; Matty Longstaff, Maxime Dominguez, and Alonso Coello in the midfield; and Theodor Corbeanu, Deandre Kerr, and Richie Laryea up front.
The match officiated by Sergii Boiko concluded without any major controversies, setting the stage for both teams’ upcoming matches.
In their next fixtures, Nashville SC will travel to face San Diego FC, while Toronto FC will head to Los Angeles FC for their match.
Substitutions for Nashville SC
73’ 2T – Edvard Tagseth replaced by Patrick Yazbek
74’ 2T – Ahmed Qasem replaced by Teal Bunbury
85’ 2T – Gastón Brugman replaced by Bryan Acosta
96’ 2T – Hany Mukhtar replaced by Matthew Corcoran
Yellow Cards for Nashville SC
14’ 2T – Walker Zimmerman
23’ 2T – Alex Muyl
34’ 2T – Hany Mukhtar
Substitutions for Toronto FC
38’ 1T – Kosi Thompson replaced by Tyrese Spicer
45’ 2T – Matty Longstaff replaced by Jonathan Osorio
71’ 2T – Maxime Dominguez replaced by Derrick Etienne Jr.
Yellow Cards for Toronto FC
23’ 2T – Kobe Franklin
27’ 2T – Kevin Long