In this first edition of Oppo Research of the 2023 MLS season, we take a close look at Nashville SC, the 2020 expansion franchise that MLS has yo-yoed between conferences. Now they’re back in the Eastern portion of the league and will face off against New York City FC twice within the first eight matches of the season.
1. They’re still anchored by the reigning MLS MVP and Golden Boot winner in attack, and a two-time Defender of the Year in defense.
Nashville SC attacking midfielder Hany Mukhtar has produced two straight dominant individual seasons in MLS.