Yamil Asad gave Atlanta United a 2-0 lead over Chattanooga on Saturday with a stunning goal in the 36th minute.

Off a pass from Kenwyne Jones, Asad struck the ball with his right foot from just outside the penalty box. The shot sailed over Chattanooga goalkeeper Kyle Zobeck and curled into the top right corner.

About the Author

Keep Reading

Georgia Southern accepted a berth to the Birmingham Bowl, but it is still awaiting an opponent. According to reports, no one has accepted an invitation yet. (Sarah Peacock for the AJC)

Credit: Sarah Peacock

Featured

Ceudy Gutierrez reads a book to her 2-year-old son, Matias, at their home in Buford, GA, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. Ceudy Gutierrez is struggling to make ends meet for herself and her three young kids following her husband’s ICE arrest earlier this fall. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez