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NPSL Playoffs: Atlanta Silverbacks 1-0 Asheville City SC

The Atlanta Silverbacks defeated Asheville City SC 1-0 at home at Silverbacks Park to advance to the Conference Semifinals in the 2017 NPSL Playoffs.

The game, which was originally scheduled for 3:30pm, was delayed for 40 minutes due to inclement weather. The Silverbacks enjoyed most of the chances in the first half, sending shots off the bar and just wide of the goal. Despite conceding a majority of the possession in the half, Asheville still looked dangerous on the counter. The two teams went into the half tied 0-0.

The Silverbacks continued to press in the second half, challenging the Asheville defense with more shots.