Our own Kassel Leventhal supplies the photos when Atlanta United earned a 2-2 draw against Nashville SC at Nissan Stadium. Homegrown Jackson Conway netted his first MLS goal in just his third appearance. Anton Walkes wore the captain’s armband for the first time and scored his second goal of the season. Alec Kann also made six saves in his first MLS appearance since May 13, 2018.
Enjoy this unique perspective of the match.
Hany Mukhtar from Nashville SC warms up before the July 8th match between Nashville SC and Atlanta United.
Alec Kann also made six saves in his first MLS appearance since May 13, 2018.
Atlanta’s Anton Walkes became the fourth player in Atlanta United history to wear the captain’s armband in an MLS match.
Marcelino Moreno was Atlanta United’s best player providing the corner kick headed home by Jackson Conway for the 2nd goal. Unfortunately, Moreno also suffered a game-high eight fouls.
Nashville’s Randall Leal took two shots, and one was on goal to provide constant pressure on Atlanta’s back-line.
Nashville’s Jalil Anibaba celebrates his goal set up from a corner by Hany Mukhtar.
Atlanta United’s George Campbell came on to replace Mo Adams in the 23rd minute, marking the first time Atlanta had three Homegrown players on the field simultaneously. The other two Homegrown players were Tyler Wolff and Machop Chol.
Atlanta United defender Alex De John made his first start for the club and suffered a broken elbow late in the match but remained in for the final 20 minutes.
Jackson Conway scored his first MLS goal in his third appearance.
Atlanta United
Nashville SC
May, 2024
