Nashville SC Hosts Atletico Ottawa in Second Leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup
Nashville SC is set to host Atletico Ottawa on February 24, 2026, at Geodis Park in a pivotal second leg of their first-round CONCACAF Champions Cup series. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on FS2.
In the first leg, held on February 17, Nashville secured a 2-0 victory in Canada, with goals from Woobens Pacius and Sam Surridge. Nashville’s goalkeeper, Brian Schwake, played a crucial role by keeping Ottawa scoreless.
Importance of the Match
This match is critical for both teams. Nashville SC needs to maintain or extend their aggregate lead to advance to the round of 16, where they could potentially face Lionel Messi and Inter Miami. They can secure advancement with a win, tie, or even a one-goal loss. Conversely, Atletico Ottawa must overcome a two-goal deficit to progress, requiring a win by at least two goals to force extra time.
Head coach Diego Mejía of Ottawa is expected to make adjustments to his lineup, aiming to improve on their performance from the first leg, where they managed only five shots, one of which was on target. Ottawa’s attack will need to be more effective to stand a chance against Nashville.
What’s Next?
Should Nashville SC win or draw, they will advance to the next round of the tournament. If Ottawa manages to win by a two-goal margin, the match will proceed to extra time and potentially penalty kicks. The stakes are high as both teams prepare for this decisive encounter.
