Nashville SC is making moves with exciting new signings, but is the club finally focusing on youth development? Plus, what really happened in the mysterious Columbus Crew preseason match, and who will crack the starting XI for the 2025 season opener?

We break down the club’s latest signings, including Maximus Ekk, Matthew Corcoran, and the rumored arrival of Amed Qasem. With youth development being a constant talking point, are these additions finally a sign of Nashville’s long-term vision?

But that’s not all—we dive into the bizarre situation surrounding theColumbus Crew preseason match, where Nashville SC wasn’t allowed to share the score. What really happened on the pitch, and why the secrecy? Conspiracy theories abound as we speculate on the results.

Then, we goposition by position to predictNashville SC’s 2025 starting XI. Will Tyler Boyd get the nod up top? How will Bryan Acosta fit in midfield? And could this be the year we see a real shift in playing style? Plus, we discuss the upcomingkit release, what to expect, and whether Adidas will finally deliver a design worth wearing.

Finally, don’t miss details on theseason kickoff party at Lucky’s Three Star Bar, where fans can meet up, talk soccer, and maybe even win some prizes. All this and more in anotheruniquely Nashville episode ofMixtape 615!

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