Nashville SC is red-hot to start MLS season, but can it get even better
By Jacob Shames
Published on March 22, 2026.
Nashville SC has started the MLS season with a strong start, unbeaten through nine games and is tied atop the Eastern Conference on points. The team defeated Orlando City 5-0 on March 21 and has outscored its opponents 13-2. Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar and Cristian Espinoza have scored 15 goals in five MLS games, while the defense has only conceded two goals. Despite this success, Nashville believes it has areas to improve, with its next game against the Chicago Fire on April 4. Coach B.J. Callaghan is not concerned about building a similar unbeaten streak in 2026.
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