Hany Mukhtar starts for Nashville SC against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in CONCACAF Champions Cup

Nashville SC star Hany Mukhtar returns from injury for crucial game against Inter Miami and Lionel Messi in CONCACAF Champions Cup.

Exciting news for Nashville SC fans as star player Hany Mukhtar is set to return to action for the team's upcoming crucial match against Inter Miami and Lionel Messi in the CONCACAF Champions Cup round of 16 series. After being sidelined with an injury since February 22, Mukhtar is back in the starting lineup for the much-anticipated game at Geodis Park with kickoff scheduled for 8 p.m.

Mukhtar's absence has been felt in the team's recent matches, with Nashville struggling to find the back of the net without their key playmaker. In his absence, winger Tyler Boyd has been filling in the No. 10 role, while Teal Bunbury has been leading the line in place of the injured Sam Surridge. Nashville has yet to score from open play in MLS competition, with Bunbury's penalty against the Colorado Rapids being their only goal so far this season.

Despite the offensive struggles, Nashville showed promise in their recent match against Moca FC, securing a convincing 4-0 victory in the second leg. However, Surridge remains sidelined with a shoulder injury sustained in the previous encounter with Moca FC, and coach Gary Smith has confirmed that he will not be available for the upcoming game against Miami.

In other news, reports have emerged that Mukhtar has agreed to a contract extension with Nashville SC, keeping him at the club until the 2027 season. This development comes as a boost for the team and its supporters, as they look to build on their recent successes and make a strong push in the ongoing CONCACAF Champions Cup campaign.

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