HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Mar. 21, 2026) Huntsville City FC opened its 2026 home campaign with a thrilling shootout victory over rivals Chattanooga FC on Saturday night at Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium.
Huntsville struck first in the 15th minute as Shak Mohammad found the back of the net, marking his third goal of the season for the club. The Boys in Blue doubled their lead in the 37th minute when Maximus Ekk finished a chance created by Malachi Molina to give Huntsville a 2-0 advantage heading toward halftime.
Chattanooga FC pulled one back in the 46th minute and later found an equalizer in the second half to level the match and forced a shootout after regulation.
In the shootout, Huntsville City FC delivered a perfect performance from the spot, converting every attempt to secure the victory in front of the home crowd.
The Boys in Blue will return to Wicks Family Field on April 11 at 7 p.m. CT as they host Chicago Fire II.
