Nashville scores twice in stoppage time to edge Columbus Crew
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Nashville SC rallied to defeat Columbus Crew 3-2 during an MLS match on August 22. After trailing 2-1 deep into stoppage time, Nashville struck twice in just two minutes to secure the victory. Hany Mukhtar's assist led to a header from Reed Baker-Whiting, followed by a goal from Andy Najar. The dramatic finish helped Nashville maintain their standing at the top of the Eastern Conference.
- •Nashville scores two late goals for a comeback win.
- •Match held on August 22 in front of Nashville home crowd.
- •Hany Mukhtar assisted both late goals.
- •Columbus Crew led 2-1 until stoppage time.
- •Nashville is ten points ahead of Inter Miami.
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Nashville net twice after 90 minutes to break Crew hearts 🤯
"We don't expect any of tonight's other Major League Soccer matches to better this result. Naturally, the storyline includes the Eastern Conference leaders, Nashville After grabbing the lead via Hany M...
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