Hany Mukhtar jersey ranks ninth in 2026 MLS popularity list
Hany Mukhtar has secured a spot among the most iconic figures in Major League Soccer, with his Nashville SC jersey ranking ninth in the league’s 2026 Top 10 Most Popular Jerseys list, Nashville SC reported on November 3, 2026.
The announcement, made in conjunction with Major League Soccer, highlights a level of sustained commercial and fan interest that sets Mukhtar apart from his peers. While the list is topped by global icons like Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF and Son Heung-Min of LAFC, Mukhtar’s presence in the top ten underscores his enduring influence within the league. Notably, his seven seasons in MLS represent the longest tenure of any player currently appearing in the top 10 rankings.
This year marks the third time Mukhtar has cracked the top 10, following previous appearances at No. 3 in 2023 and No. 8 in 2024. His consistent visibility is further evidenced by the fact that his jersey has appeared in the top 25 for five separate seasons, spanning from 2021 through 2024 and returning again in 2026.
Statistical dominance drives fan engagement
The jersey sales reflect a season of high-level production on the pitch. As a 2026 All-Star and the captain of Nashville SC, Mukhtar has been a central figure in the league’s statistical landscape. He currently ranks seventh in MLS this season, having contributed to 25 goals through 17 goals scored and eight assists.
Earlier this year, Mukhtar achieved a milestone that distinguishes him as one of the most consistent offensive threats in the history of the league. He became the first player in MLS history to record at least 25 goal contributions in five different seasons.
| Rank | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lionel Messi | Inter Miami CF |
| 2 | Son Heung-Min | LAFC |
| 3 | Thomas Müller | Vancouver Whitecaps FC |
| 4 | Robert Lewandowski | Chicago Fire FC |
| 5 | Antoine Griezmann | Orlando City SC |
| 6 | Cavan Sullivan | Philadelphia Union |
| 7 | Denis Bouanga | LAFC |
| 8 | Luis Suárez | Inter Miami CF |
| 9 | Hany Mukhtar | Nashville SC |
| 10 | Rodrigo De Paul | Inter Miami CF |
Nashville SC eyes historic points record
As the popularity of Mukhtar’s kit climbs, the focus for Nashville SC shifts to the immediate implications of the regular season standings. The club is set to conclude its regular season this Saturday at 3 p.m. CT against FC Cincinnati. The stakes for the match are significant: a victory would allow the club to set the MLS single-season points record with 77 points, while a draw would bring them to 75.
Following the conclusion of the regular season, the “Boys in Gold” are scheduled to return to GEODIS Park on Sunday, Nov. 22, for Round One of the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs. Tickets for all Nashville SC home playoff matches at GEODIS Park are currently available for purchase.
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