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Nashville SC beats Miami 4-1, pulling ahead Supporters’ Shield

8/18/2026

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Nashville SC beat Miami CF 4-1, moving five points ahead in the Supporters' Shield race.
Lionel Messi's first regular-season start since the World Cup and his father's death coincided with Miami's 4-1 loss.
Los Angeles FC lost 1-0 to San Diego on a late penalty, snapping an eight-game unbeaten run.

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Nashville SC beat Miami CF 4-1, moving five points ahead in the Supporters' Shield race.
Lionel Messi's first regular-season start since the World Cup and his father's death coincided with Miami's 4-1 loss.
Los Angeles FC lost 1-0 to San Diego on a late penalty, snapping an eight-game unbeaten run.