Here at SixOneFive Soccer, we're breaking down the performances of every member of Nashville's squad during the 2025 season. Over the coming weeks, we'll review how all 33 players performed, their biggest moments of the campaign, and what to expect from them in 2026. You won't find this level of analysis anywhere else.
2025 report cards
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In his first season with Nashville SC, Xavier Valdez was a reliable third-choice 'keeper, standing out with the Dominican Republic and looking capable of a growing into bigger role down the line.
2025 Grade: B-
2025 by the numbers (stats with Huntsville City FC)
Appearances: 8 (8 starts)
Minutes: 702
Saves: 11
Clean sheets: 1
G+ per 96: +0.02
2025 in review
Nashville acquired Valdez during the end-of-year waivers in the offseason. The 22-year-old ended up behind Joe Willis and Brian Schwake on the goalkeeper depth chart, making just one appearance in an MLS match-day squad, with Schwake starting for Huntsville.
