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8 things you must know about Atlanta United’s first season

Atlanta United FC will host its first MLS playoff game Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, against Columbus.

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Atlanta United FC will host its first MLS playoff game Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, against Columbus.
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Oct 25, 2017

Atlanta made the playoffs in its inaugural MLS season -- the first team since Seattle in 2009.

The team will host Columbus on Thursday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the first round of the MLS playoffs. The game will be televised by ESPN2.

Atlanta's season by the numbers

Just how closely have you been watching the Five Stripes’ success in their first year? Here are eight questions that will test you on the stars of the team and a season of firsts.

See how you do and share your results with friends:

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