Nashville SC aims to overcome a 1-0 deficit against Tigres UANL in the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals, scheduled for May 5, 2026, at Estadio Universitario in Monterrey, Mexico. This match carries significant weight, as it could determine who advances to the finals.
Tigres UANL secured a narrow victory in the first leg, winning 1-0. Nashville SC must find a way to score and equalize the aggregate score if they hope to keep their championship dreams alive. Striker Sam Surridge’s injury adds pressure to an already challenging situation.
Key match details:
- The match will kick off at 10:30 PM ET.
- Nashville SC made history as the first MLS team to win at Estadio Azteca earlier this season.
- The winner will face either LAFC or Toluca in the finals on May 30, 2026.
B.J. Callaghan, Nashville’s head coach, emphasized the significance of this moment for his players. He said, “These are the dreams that you used to have – playing in full stadiums and games of massive consequence.” His words resonate as Nashville prepares for what could be a defining match.
Hany Mukhtar shared his thoughts on handling pressure: “Pressure is a privilege, and this is what I’m telling the guys all the time, about this privilege – we earned that.” His leadership will be crucial as they face one of the continent’s best teams.
The match will be available for fans to watch on various platforms including Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, FS1, TUDN, and ViX. With so many eyes on them, both teams will need to bring their best performance to secure a spot in the finals.
As Nashville SC heads into this high-stakes semifinal match against Tigres UANL, uncertainty lingers around how they will adapt without Surridge. The outcome of this match could shape their season and legacy.
