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Valair Shabilla

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Multimedia journalist covering soccer in the US and beyond | @kickbacksoccer.bsky.social | @SixOneFiveSoccer.com | @pharmasoccer.bsky.social | ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Proud Refugee https://linktr.ee/valairshabilla

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RBW in for Lovitz and Madrigal in for Muyl.

The big change is Corcoran for Tagseth, a huge opportunity for the youngster, especially considering how the last match ended for him. big vote of confidence.

NSH look like they are fully going for it in attack.

#EveryoneN

11.03.2026 22:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Make sure to check out our latest episode if you havenโ€™t yet. Itโ€™s the best way to prep for tonightโ€™s match!

#EveryoneN

11.03.2026 20:17 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Major developments in the Iraq/Iran World Cup situation

#Iraq #Iran #WorldCup #FIFA #war

11.03.2026 17:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This LAFC game in CCC is giving off the same vibes as 2022 decision day.

A classic Nashville 1.0 match, decided by a Teal Bunbury goal. Times are very different now.

11.03.2026 04:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Episode 313: Loons Down, Herons Next.

Itโ€™s a busy week so we dropped this weekโ€™s episode early!

Dominance against the Loons.
Preview Miami (again).
Preview Columbus.

The boys in gold play on Wednesday. Get to Geodis.

10.03.2026 00:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The ongoing war has put the Iraqi World Cup dream in serious jeopardy.

Learn more โคต๏ธ

09.03.2026 20:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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The ongoing war has put the Iraqi World Cup dream in serious jeopardy.

Learn more โคต๏ธ

09.03.2026 20:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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I'm just trying to prove myself to my coach here, BJ [Callaghan], and hopefully that kind of facilitates my national team ambitions."

Patrick Yazbek on his attacking improvements and the chance to make the Australian national team World Cup roster.

#EveryoneN | #Socceroos

08.03.2026 16:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Champagne football from Nashville, who've become one of the best teams in the league at turning possession into penetration. So well-drilled and dynamic off the ball.

08.03.2026 21:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 83 ๐Ÿ” 5 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3 ๐Ÿ“Œ 5

Fair point. Alternatively, thatโ€™s what made Madrigal successful in the first MLS match, he had a lot of space because of the attention on the opposite side. It doesnโ€™t always work though

08.03.2026 18:12 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I was on ratings duty last night. Check it out and let me know how I did!

08.03.2026 17:27 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I'm just trying to prove myself to my coach here, BJ [Callaghan], and hopefully that kind of facilitates my national team ambitions."

Patrick Yazbek on his attacking improvements and the chance to make the Australian national team World Cup roster.

#EveryoneN | #Socceroos

08.03.2026 16:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Instant reaction: Nashville SC 3-1 Minnesota United

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 05:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

FT: NSH 3-1 MIN

Nashville won the game in the first half. Aside from the third goal, it was a pretty boring second half. Minnesota tried to change things, but NSH were comfortable absorbing pressure and managing the game.

A near-perfect game for the Boys in Gold.

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 03:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 12 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

GOAL SURRIDGE BRACE!

The Cristian Espinoza/Patrick Yazbek connection delivers again, with the latter getting the assist this time. Surridge does well to control the ball and finishes really well.

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 02:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 11 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

HT: NSH 2-1 MIN

Really good half from NSH, barring a couple of shaky moments from MIN transitions.

Patrick Yazbek has been immense, MOTM thus far. The attack improved as the game progressed; they just need to stay in shape as much as possible during counters.

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 02:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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STOP THE COUNT

08.03.2026 02:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 11 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Nectarios Triantis, are you kidding me?

The visitors pull a quick one back with an absolute banger. Triantis had a lot of space, but that finish was ridiculous. Nashville caught off guard, and they pay the price.

08.03.2026 02:17 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

GOAL CRISTIAN ESPINOZA!

The Argentine opens his account for Nashville by following a blocked Hany Mukhtar shot.

Right place, right time!

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 02:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

GOAL SAM SURRIDGE!

Yazbek takes a shot, but it seems to be going wide before Surridge deflects it in with his thigh (?).

It was really close on the offside front, and the review was a lengthy one. It would've been hard to overturn after calling in on the pitch.

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 02:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The ref got a little cheer from the Nashville fans after being hit in the face with the ball and clearing concussion protocol. That's probably the only time this venue has applauded a ref haha

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 02:07 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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Nashville in control throughout the opening phase; they've had nearly 70% possession.

A couple of half-chances and corners, but nothing substantial. The final pass or finish just isn't there at the moment, but they've kept the pressure on.

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 01:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Tempo rubbed my head before the match. If Nashville win, I expect my payment by the end of the week ๐Ÿ˜‚

08.03.2026 00:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Muyl in for Madrigal.

This is probably a hybrid between 4222 and 433, making Muyl a better option. Madrigal might get minutes up top.

Everything else as expected. Nashville are definitely the favorites here, but need to be careful with MIN counters.

#EveryoneN

08.03.2026 00:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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"I am very critical with myself ... I put that draw on me."

Cristian Espinoza on why Nashville were goalless in Dallas and the BJ Callaghan system.

#EveryoneN

06.03.2026 20:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

"They [Nashville SC] could only muster a 0.51 xG, their lowest in MLS since facing San Diego FC in July 2025."

ICYMI: I wrote some words on why Nashville SC didn't look their best in attack. Check it out ๐Ÿ‘‡

#EveryoneN

05.03.2026 14:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Was not online yesterdayโ€ฆ but yesterday we did drop MLS Aces Podcast Ep. 366!

Tom chats with @valair.bsky.social of @pharmasoccer.bsky.social & @sixonefivesoccer.com to cover all things Nashville SC in MLS, Champions Cup, culture under BJ Callaghan & more!

open.spotify.com/episode/3lEg...

04.03.2026 21:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Geodis Park Lands Liverpool vs. Sunderland friendly in another statement moment for Nashville soccer The two English Premier League clubs will face off in Music City on July 25

Nashville is set for another major soccer moment this summer, with English Premier League clubs Liverpool and Sunderland set for a friendly match at Geodis Park.

04.03.2026 16:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Analysis: Why Nashville SC looked lackluster in Dallas Valair Shabilla breaks down Nashville's tactics after the goalless draw

@valair.bsky.social breaks down what went wrong for Nashville SC in their 0-0 draw to FC Dallas.
www.sixonefivesoccer.com/analysis-why...

04.03.2026 14:48 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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๐Ÿ“Š New CONCACAF club rankings

๐ŸŸก MLS holds 5 of the top 10
๐ŸŸก Biggest jump is Nashville with +11 (15th)
๐ŸŸก Miami and Vancouver top 5

#MLS | #CONCACAF

03.03.2026 19:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0