Nashville SC, CF Montréal, Sam Surridge and Hany Mukhtar
24 October 2026
Nashville SC secured their first MLS Supporters’ Shield after defeating CF Montréal 2-0, becoming the league’s best regular-season team with three matches still remaining. The club reached 70 points from 31 matches and established an unassailable lead in the overall standings.
Sam Surridge opened the scoring shortly after half-time, and captain Hany Mukhtar added a second in the 76th minute. Nashville have recorded 21 wins and conceded only 23 goals, while remaining unbeaten at home throughout the campaign. Winning the Shield guarantees home-field advantage throughout the MLS Cup playoffs and qualification for the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup. Nashville also have an opportunity to surpass the league’s 74-point record.
Why It Matters
Nashville gain a major trophy, playoff home advantage and a place in continental competition.
Upcoming Match
Nashville SC vs Philadelphia Union