Surridge ties MLS-goal lead, Mukhtar and Qasem score as Nashville SC beats Charlotte FC 4-2

Sam Surridge scored twice, while Hany Mukhtar and Ahmed Qasem each added a goal, leading Nashville SC to a 4-2 victory over Charlotte FC. Surridge’s performance ties him with Dallas’ Petar Musa for the most goals in MLS this season. Nashville, which previously defeated Charlotte 2-1, remains at the top of the Eastern Conference with 22 points. Mukhtar opened the scoring in the 19th minute, assisted by Qasem, who then scored himself in the 25th minute. Charlotte’s Morrison Agyemang narrowed the gap with a header before halftime. Surridge extended Nashville’s lead in the 60th minute, but Charlotte’s Pep Biel responded in the 68th minute. Surridge secured the win with his second goal in the 74th minute. Nashville dominated with a 14-7 shot advantage and 59.3% possession. Charlotte’s Kristijan Kahlina made three saves in the match. QUESTION: How might Nashville SC’s strong performance this season influence the team’s future in the league?