Nashville SC edged out Atlanta United 1-0 at home, snatching the points with a late goal despite being second best for long stretches. The visitors controlled possession and created more chances, but Nashville's defence held firm and goalkeeper made five saves to keep a clean sheet.
The only goal came in the 79th minute when Shakur Mohammed turned in a cross from Alex Muyl, giving Nashville a lead they never looked like losing. Mohammed was later booked in the 85th minute for a foul.
The box score tells the story of a side that was outplayed but clinical: Atlanta United had 52% possession, 12 total shots to Nashville's seven, and an expected goals total of 1.66 against 0.47, but they missed their big chance and Nashville took theirs.
