Sam Surridge: the Englishman in Nashville gunning for the MLS Golden Boot

Sam Surridge: The Englishman in Nashville

Ahead of the climax of the Major League Soccer season, ex-Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest striker Sam Surridge retains an outside chance of winning the MLS Golden Boot, potentially pipping Lionel Messi to the award.

Surridge, 27, has thrived in America's Deep South, playing for Nashville SC, despite not being fond of southern fried chicken and country music, stating

"I've sort of had to like it"
. He has struggled with the food, finding it difficult to adjust to the local cuisine, and often has Heinz baked beans shipped from home.

After developing his skills at Bournemouth, Surridge had brief stints in regular Premier League football with Bournemouth (2018-19) and Nottingham Forest (2022-23).

Author's summary: Sam Surridge aims for MLS Golden Boot.

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British GQ British GQ — 2025-10-18

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