The 'Yotes return to action tonight as they hit the road to take on Toronto FC at BMO Field following a hard-fought scoreless draw against New York City FC at Yankee Stadium.
Sitting atop the Supporters' Shield standings and continuing their pursuit of the MLS single-season points record, the Boys in Gold look to claim all three points north of the border in this midweek fixture.
Here is everything you need to know heading into the match.
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Match info
Teams: Toronto FC vs Nashville SC
Referees: Filip Dujic (Ref), Justin Howard (AR1), Mike Nickerson (R2), Marcos DeOliveira II (4th), Chris Penso (VAR), Mike Kampmeinert (AVAR)
Odds: TOR (+185), Draw (+250), NSH (+125)
Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm CT, BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
TV: Apple TV
Apple TV Commentary: Tony Husband & Ross Smith (English), Nacho Garcia (Spanish)
Radio: 104.5 The Zone
Radio Commentary: Lucas Panzica
Forecast: 77º/67º. 74º at kickoff. Rainy. 2-12 mph winds. 95% chance of rain. 86% humidity.
Head-to-head
Nashville wins: 6
Nashville goals: 17
Draws: 3
Toronto wins: 2
Toronto goals: 11
Last meeting: NSH 1-0 TOR (July 19, 2025 | MLS)
Availability report
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Toronto FC
The numbers
Goal leaders: Josh Sargent (7), Dániel Sallói (6)
Assist leaders: Dániel Sallói (7), Alonso Coello (6)
Last match: TOR 4–4 CHI (September 5, 2026 | MLS)
Data Power Rankings: 21st (11.65 score)
Toronto snapshot
Toronto FC return to BMO Field under manager Robin Fraser following a wild 4–4 draw against the Chicago Fire last weekend. Looking to hold onto the final play-in spot in the Eastern Conference, Toronto's attack has produced steady output led by USMNT forward Josh Sargent, alongside playmakers Djordje Mihailovic and Dániel Sallói.
Game of the Year?!? 😱@TorontoFC and @ChicagoFire was pure entertainment. pic.twitter.com/y6OXiWs3MT
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) September 6, 2026
However, defensive instability remains a challenge for Fraser's side as they manage key injuries, with team captain Jonathan Osorio sidelined until early October (knee) and newly-signed Niklas Dorsch working through a head injury protocol. Former Nashville center back Walker Zimmerman will anchor TFC's backline in his first-ever appearance against his old club, likely partnered by Benjamín Kuscevic at the back.
Playing in front of their home crowd, Toronto will aim to capitalize on home-field advantage and unsettle Nashville’s league-leading defense early.
Predicted XI
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Nashville SC
The numbers
Goal leaders: Sam Surridge (13), Hany Mukhtar (10)
Assist leaders: Cristian Espinoza (11), Hany Mukhtar (7)
Last match: NYC 0–0 NSH (September 4, 2026 | MLS)
Data Power Rankings: 2nd (38.22 score)
Nashville SC snapshot
Nashville SC enter Wednesday's match in prime defensive form under head coach BJ Callaghan. Following a 0–0 road draw at Yankee Stadium last Friday, goalkeeper Brian Schwake set a club single-season record with his 16th clean sheet of the campaign.
SixOneFive Soccer Staff
The Boys in Gold feature a deep, highly competitive roster heading into this midweek clash. While wide forward Warren Madrigal continues his recovery from a minor knock, Callaghan can deploy a powerful attack led by Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar, Cristian Espinoza, and Elias Saad. Midfield stability has been anchored by Eddi Tagseth, Matthew Corcoran, and the returning Patrick Yazbek, while Maxwell Woledzi, Jeisson Palacios, and Andy Nájar lead an organized backline that has conceded just five goals away from home this season.
With momentum on their side, Nashville will be aiming to collect three vital points in Toronto before heading to South Florida for a marquee Saturday night matchup against Inter Miami.
Predicted XI
Staff predictions
Ben Wright
Score: TOR 1–2 NSH
Scorers: Hany Mukhtar, Dan Lovitz
MOTM: Hany Mukhtar
Bold prediction: Nashville grind out an ugly road win against a Toronto side who are much more difficult than they get credit for.
Harold Espinoza Lopez
Score: TOR 0–2 NSH
Scorers: Sam Surridge (x2)
MOTM: Sam Surridge
Bold prediction: Nashville score within the first 10 minutes of the match.
Jeff Remlinger
Score: TOR 0–4 NSH
Scorers: Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar (x2), Walker Zimmerman (OG)
MOTM: Hany Mukhtar
Bold prediction: Two current and one former Nashville SC Designated Players combine for all four goals.
