Overview

• Hany Mukhtar put Nashville ahead in the 17th minute off Jacob Shaffelburg’s setup.
• Keeper Brian Schwake conceded a penalty to Myrto Uzuni, saved the attempt, then saw Uzuni equalize in first-half stoppage time.
• Sam Surridge buried a 60th-minute spot kick for his tournament-leading sixth goal and was later dismissed for a second yellow in stoppage time.
• Referee Tori Penso led the Open Cup’s first all-woman on-field crew as Q2 Stadium hosted the final on CBS Sports Network and Paramount+.
• The championship capped Nashville’s run past Chattanooga, Orlando City, D.C. United and Philadelphia, while Austin’s path featured late drama against El Paso, San Jose and Minnesota.