Nashville SC is set to experience an exciting moment in their history as they prepare to host Premier League club Aston Villa on August 2 at Geodis Park. This marks Nashville’s first-ever encounter with a team from one of Europe’s top leagues during a friendly match, scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. CT. The matchup comes at a time when Nashville is taking a break from MLS play, as they are not participating in the Leagues Cup this season.
Aston Villa comes to Nashville fresh off a successful season where they finished in the top half of the Premier League for three consecutive years. They secured a sixth-place finish in the 2024-25 season and made it to the semifinals of the FA Cup and the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League. Their strong form includes a recent 2-1 victory against St. Louis City, with goals from Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins.
Nashville SC, currently holding the third position in the Eastern Conference with a record of 14 wins, 5 losses, and 6 draws (48 points), faced a disappointing 1-0 loss to San Diego FC in their last match on July 25. This was particularly notable as it marked the first time Nashville was held scoreless in 12 matches.
In light of injuries, Nashville will be missing key players including Hany Mukhtar and Walker Zimmerman, while Aston Villa is expected to field many of their star players, including England national team forward Ollie Watkins.
Fans interested in catching the action can watch the match live on VillaTV, Aston Villa’s official streaming platform, as it will not be broadcasted on television or radio.
This friendly match not only allows Nashville SC to challenge themselves against top-tier competition, but it also provides an invaluable experience for players and fans alike, making it a memorable event in the club’s growing journey.