Nashville SC rallied from a two-goal deficit to book their first-ever spot in the US Open Cup semifinals Wednesday evening, joining Minnesota United FC and Austin FC in the tournament's last four.
The quarterfinal match between the Philadelphia Union and New York Red Bulls at Subaru Park was postponed due to inclement weather and rescheduled for Aug. 13.
The winner of the historic competition earns a 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup spot, prize money and silverware. The final is set for Oct. 1.
Nashville SC 5, D.C. United 2
Sam Surridge struck for a second-half brace as Nashville SC overcame a two-goal first-half deficit to defeat D.C. United, 5-2, at GEODIS Park.
Gabriel Pirani got the visitors off to a flying start, and the Black-and-Red's lead doubled in the 24th minute courtesy of a Jack Maher own goal.
But just two minutes later, Jonathan Pérez pulled Nashville back a goal. Surridge, who leads the Golden Boot presented by Audi race with 16 league goals, then leveled from the penalty spot before tapping in a Pérez cross to put the hosts in front.
Andy Najar, an MLS All-Star selection, added a stunning insurance golazo from distance before a Walker Zimmerman headed goal put the finishing touches on the historic victory, extending the club's unbeaten streak to 15 in all competitions.
