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Atlanta United Fc vs Nashville Sc

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta3 May 2025 at 19:45
Referee: Sergiy Boyko

Match Events

Atlanta United FC
Nashville SC
Kick Off
M. Almiron

assist: B. Lennon

20′
Half Time
63′
A. MuylJ. Perez
66′
D. Lovitz

assist: H. Mukhtar

S. LobjanidzeE. Mosquera
67′
M. KlichB. Slisz
67′
77′
J. ShaffelburgA. Qasem
E. Latte LathJ. Thiare
85′
M. AlmironM. Edwards
85′
89′
A. NajarJ. Bauer
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal4
6Total Shots10
1Blocked Shots1
4Shots insidebox9
2Shots outsidebox1
5Fouls6
2Corner Kicks8
1Offsides2
37%Ball Possession63%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
370Total passes629
295Passes accurate554
80%Passes %88%
0.95expected_goals1.45
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Atlanta United FC is 6.96, compared to 7.08 for Nashville SC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Atlanta United FC's highest-rated starter is M. Almiron (7.41), while Nashville SC's best-rated player is S. Surridge (7.46).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Atlanta United FC have contributed 11 goals and 6 assists this season, led by A. Miranchuk (5G). Nashville SC's starters account for 14 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by S. Surridge (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Atlanta United FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Nashville SC's 4-man backline averaging 7.12. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Atlanta United FC field 5 midfielders averaging 7.07, versus Nashville SC's 4 rated 6.94. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Atlanta United FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.68, compared to 2 for Nashville SC averaging 7.21. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Atlanta United FC and 86% for Nashville SC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Atlanta United FC's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Nashville SC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Atlanta United FC's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: A. Fortune (23), oldest: S. Lobjanidze (31)), while Nashville SC average 29.4 (youngest: P. Yazbek (23), oldest: J. Willis (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Atlanta United FC's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 9 for Nashville SC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Atlanta United FC4-2-3-14-4-2Nashville SC
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Guzan11Lennon3Williams44Abram18Amador59Miranch.43Klich9Lobjani.10Almiron35Fortune19Lath1Willis31Najar4Palacios5Maher2Lovitz14Shaffel.8Yazbek20Tagseth19Muyl10Mukhtar9Surridge

Substitutes

Coach: Ronny Deila

Substitutes

Coach: Brian Joseph Callaghan II

Atlanta United FCPosition StrengthNashville SC
6.96
Avg Rating
7.08
6.80Defender (4 v 4)7.12
0G 0A0G 3A
7.07Midfielder (5 v 4)6.94
9G 4A2G 3A
6.68Forward (1 v 2)7.21
2G 2A12G 4A
Atlanta United FC4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperB. Guzan
11DefenderB. Lennon
3DefenderD. Williams
44DefenderL. Abram
18DefenderP. Amador6.8
59MidfielderA. Miranchuk7.35G2A
43MidfielderM. Klich
9MidfielderS. Lobjanidze6.72G
10MidfielderM. Almiron7.42A
35MidfielderA. Fortune6.82G
19ForwardE. Latte Lath6.72G2A
Nashville SC4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Willis
31DefenderA. Najar7.13A
4DefenderJ. Palacios7.4
5DefenderJ. Maher7.1
2DefenderD. Lovitz6.9
14MidfielderJ. Shaffelburg
8MidfielderP. Yazbek7.11G3A
20MidfielderE. Tagseth7.11G
19MidfielderA. Muyl6.6
10ForwardH. Mukhtar7.03G4A
9ForwardS. Surridge7.59G

Match Summary

Atlanta United FC and Nashville SC drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Almiron 20′, D. Lovitz 66′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Atlanta United FC had 37% possession while Nashville SC held 63%. Atlanta United FC had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Nashville SC. Expected goals: Atlanta United FC 0.95 — Nashville SC 1.45. Atlanta United FC made 4 substitutions, Nashville SC made 3.

Rivalry since 2020

Atlanta United FC vs Nashville SC Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Atlanta United FC
4
wins
Drawn
4
Nashville SC
5
wins
Total goals
40 · 3.1/match
Both scored
7/13 · 54%
Over 2.5
7/13 · 54%

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