Nashville SC, Columbus Crew Draw 2-2 in MLS Eastern Conference Clash

In a recent MLS match, Nashville SC squandered a two-goal lead to settle for a 2-2 draw against Columbus Crew, extending Columbus's winless streak to five games. Sam Surridge opened the scoring early for Nashville, and Diego Rossi added a second goal for Columbus, with Hany Mukhtar briefly restoring Nashville's lead at 2-1 late in the match. However, an own goal by Nashville's Jeisson Palacios in the 81st minute allowed Columbus to equalize, with Columbus goalkeeper Nicholas Hagen making critical saves to preserve the draw. The game highlighted ongoing frustrations among Nashville fans regarding MLS's lack of goal-line technology, which could have clarified controversial moments such as a potentially crossed goal line in a previous match. Fans also criticized MLS's broadcast approach under the Apple TV partnership, which they feel downplays contentious officiating decisions. The draw left both teams tied for third place in the Eastern Conference with 28 points each.