Nashville MLS will make a major announcement Feb. 20 concerning the future of the franchise.

The event will be free and open to the public at 5 p.m. at Marathon Music Works.

According to a statement announcing the event, attendees will witness "Nashville sports history and the next step in the 'March to MLS.'"

Former ESPN personality Sara Walsh, now with Fox Sports, will serve as the host along with other special guests.

To reserve a spot, RSVP here.

Two days after the announcement, Nashville SC will play future MLS foe New York City FC at 7 p.m. at First Tennessee Park in a preseason friendly.

Reach Mike Organ at 615-259-8021 or on Twitter @MikeOrganWriter.

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