Wednesday’s matchup against D.C. United will be the third time Nashville SC and D.C. United have faced off in 2025. The two Eastern Conference teams drew 0-0 in the first meeting, while the Boys in Gold took a 1-0 lead over D.C. United at Audi Field less than two weeks ago.
“Every time we’ve had an opportunity to play them, we’ve learned a little bit more about ourselves and how to do it. And so we just look forward to taking those little tweaks and opportunities to improve ourselves and put it back on display [Wednesday] night,” said head coach BJ Callaghan.
Like all MLS teams, Nashville SC joined the tournament in the third round. The Boys in Gold defeated the Chattanooga Red Wolves 1-0 in their first Open Cup matchup of the year, courtesy of a Josh Bauer goal.