Nashville SC edged past the Chattanooga Red Wolves with a 1-0 victory in the United States Open Cup on May 7, 2025. The MLS side avoided a potential upset against the USL League One opponent at GEODIS Park, advancing to the next round thanks to a solitary goal. The decisive moment came in the second half when Nashville's star playmaker delivered a perfect cross for the team's center forward to head home powerfully. The Red Wolves, to their credit, defended valiantly throughout and nearly snatched an equalizer in the closing minutes, forcing a brilliant reaction save from Nashville's goalkeeper. The narrow win highlighted the competitive nature of the Open Cup, where top-flight teams can never take lower-division opposition lightly. Nashville's manager praised his team's professionalism in securing the result and moving forward in the tournament.