Patrick Yazbek
NSH
Center Midfielder
Box-to-Box
Apr 5, 2002 (24)
Right
6'0"
172 lb
Back in midfield contention
Yazbek has completed his international commitments with Australia and is available for Nashville SC's MLS clash against Austin FC on Saturday after being omitted from the league's latest injury report.
Analysis: Yazbek missed the matchup against Toronto FC while representing Australia during the international break but is now ready to resume his regular midfield duties. The midfielder has established himself as an important part of Nashville's squad this season, recording one goal and three assists across 17 MLS appearances. Edvard Sandvik Tagseth was expected to take on additional responsibilities during his absence, but Yazbek should be in a strong position to reclaim his starting role against Austin after returning from international duty.
Called up by Australia
Yazbek has been called up by Australia for the upcoming doubleheader against Brazil on Sept. 25 and Sept. 29 and will miss the Sept. 26 MLS match against Toronto FC.
Analysis: Yazbek will be unavailable against Toronto due to international duty after establishing himself as an important part of the midfield this season. He has recorded one goal and three assists across 17 MLS appearances, providing a consistent presence in the middle of the park. Edvard Sandvik Tagseth is expected to take on a larger role during his absence, while Yazbek should return in time for the Oct. 10 match against Austin FC.
Appears in midweek victory
Yazbek (quadriceps) created one scoring chance as a substitute in Wednesday's 1-0 win over New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Yazbek made a long-awaited return after being out since early May because of a muscular issue. He replaced Matthew Corcoran during the second half of the match and was rather active in passing and tackling duties during his short time on the pitch. While he's not yet guaranteed to get meaningful minutes, Yazbek will aim to increase his workload if he avoids any physical setbacks as the season progresses. He could eventually serve as an all-around performer, considering he recorded a goal and three assists, along with eight shots, seven chances created, 16 clearances and eight tackles in 657 minutes of play prior to the injury.
Available for selection
Yazbek (quadriceps) is available for Wednesday's game against New York Red Bulls, according to manager BJ Callaghan.
Analysis: Yazbek is set to return after a 13-game absence due to a quad injury that also kept him from representing Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He's started in seven of his 10 appearances this season, but if healthy, he should be a regular presence in the starting XI. He has one goal and three assists in the current MLS campaign.
Still at longer timeline
Yazbek (quadriceps) is still on a "longer timetable" of return, according to head coach BJ Callaghan per Valair Shabilla of 615 Soccer.
Analysis: Yazbek's return remains uncertain, and he will stay on the sidelines for now as he continues to recover from a quad injury. While this doesn't rule him out for the season, his limited training suggests he'll need more time, with a potential return still one to two months away if his progress holds.
Won't play before World Cup break
Yazbek is expected to be sidelined until after the World Cup break after coach BJ Callaghan revealed he sustained a quad injury during warmups prior to the CCC semifinal match against Tigres, Ben Wright of SixOneFive Soccer reports.
Analysis: Yazbek has been very active in midfield this season, so his extended absence will force Nashville to resort to other options such as Bryan Acosta in the next few games. This leaves Yazbek with one goal and three assists over 10 league appearances in the initial stretch of the campaign. He was also expected to represent Australia in the World Cup, but that will no longer be possible, reducing the depth behind Jackson Irvine and Riley McGree.
Suffers injury in warmups
Yazbek (undisclosed) suffered an injury during the warmup of Tuesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal second leg 1-0 defeat against Tigres and is a big doubt for Saturday's clash against D.C. United, the club posted.
Analysis: Yazbek was unable to take his place in the starting lineup after picking up an issue before kickoff, with Bryan Acosta stepping in to replace him for the Tigres fixture. The nature and severity of the injury has not yet been confirmed, and Nashville will assess him over the coming days before making a final call on his weekend availability. Acosta is expected to continue in a larger role if Yazbek cannot be cleared in time, with his condition also worth monitoring ahead of the World Cup this summer where he is a decent depth option for Australia.
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