Columbus Crew secured a commanding 2–0 victory over Atlanta United in an MLS encounter that highlighted the hosts' clinical finishing despite limited attacking output. The Crew registered just 10 shots with four on target, but converted them with ruthless efficiency, generating 2.06 expected goals and finding the net twice through Diego Rossi and another contributor. Atlanta dominated possession and volume, firing 16 shots, yet their profligacy proved costly; they managed only two shots on target and accumulated just 1.14 xG, with goalkeeper Rocco Rios Novo's perfect 100% save percentage unable to compensate for the team's inability to capitalise on opportunities. Columbus's 3-4-1-2 formation proved effective at controlling the game's tempo, while Atlanta's 4-1-4-1 setup struggled to break down a disciplined defensive structure. Referee Chris Penso oversaw a relatively clean affair. The result extends Columbus's winning run at home and underscores their conversion rate advantage.