# Nashville SC on Brink of Playoffs | MLS News

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Podcast: [MLS News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mls-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7438489)
Published: 2026-09-18T02:18:08+00:00
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Nashville SC is on the brink of playoff glory as they battle Chicago Fire FC in a must-win showdown at home—victory could lock them into the MLS Cup postseason. Leading the Eastern Conference and Supporters’ Shield race, Nashville boasts an elite defense anchored by Brian Schwake’s league-leading 11 shutouts, a potent attack led by MVP frontrunner Hany Mukhtar and top scorer Sam Surridge, and an unbeaten home record this season. Chicago, reeling after ending their seven-game unbeaten streak, counters with the electric Robert Lewandowski and rising star Maren Haile-Selassie—but they’ll face a hungry Nashville squad determined to avenge their only loss this year, which came at the hands of Chicago. With both teams firing on all cylinders and the stakes sky-high, expect a tense, high-octane clash where Nashville’s home dominance meets Chicago’s explosive offense. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/nashville-sc-chase-playoff-spot-as-mukhtar-lewandowski-square-off More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e5566dc343082c51 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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