Nashville defeats NYCFC in opener of MLS season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Walker Zimmerman and Jacob Shaffelburg scored and Nashville SC defeated New York City FC 2-0 on Saturday in the first game of the Major Soccer League season.
Zimmerman scored following a free kick after Fafa Picault centered the ball in front of the goal in the 34th minute for a 1-0 lead.
Shaffelburg's goal came in the 80th minute off an assist from Hany Mukhtar.
Joe Willis made the saves on NYCFC's two shots on goal. Nashville outshot NYCFC 9-8, with four shots on goal.
Nashville had a win and a draw against NYCFC last season — its first.
Both teams next play Saturday. Nashville visits the New York Red Bulls and NYCFC visits the Chicago Fire.
