MLS 2026 · SUN, OCT 11
Austin FC vs Nashville SC match report: Nashville SC cruise past Austin FC
Nashville SC took control after the break and ran out comfortable winners at Austin FC.
By 10xSharp · Published
Result
Nashville SC won 4-1 after leading 1-0 at half-time. The away side pulled clear in the second half and the match finished as an away win.
Goals
Reed Baker-Whiting put Nashville SC ahead in the 30th minute. Elias Saad doubled the lead in the 67th minute. Brandon Vazquez pulled one back for Austin FC in the 76th minute, assisted by Facundo Torres. Shak Mohammed restored the two-goal cushion in the 88th minute, assisted by Hany Mukhtar. Hany Mukhtar added a fourth in the first minute of stoppage time, assisted by Jeisson Palacios.
Key stats
Nashville SC controlled possession with 59 percent to Austin FC's 41 percent. The away side also created more dangerous attacks, 53 to 42. Nashville SC were more clinical in front of goal, with 11 shots on target to Austin FC's 6.
Discipline
Austin FC picked up one yellow card. Nashville SC received two yellow cards. Neither side had a player sent off.
What it means
Nashville SC remain top of the table with 63 points and a goal difference of 37. Austin FC sit 24th with 31 points and a goal difference of -15.
Verdict
Nashville SC were the better side throughout and their second-half dominance was reflected in the scoreline. Austin FC had their moments but could not contain the away side's attack. The result strengthens Nashville SC's position at the top and leaves Austin FC with work to do.