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PHOTOS: Atlanta United rallies to defeat Orlando

Atlanta United scored two late goals to defeat Orlando on Wednesday.

Atlanta manager Ronny Deila gives instructions to Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almirón (10) during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Orlando City forward Marco Pašalić (87) rejects the ball with a header during the second half against Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Orlando City defender Robin Jansson (6) deflects the ball with a header during the second half against Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Orlando City players gather to celebrate Orlando City midfielder Orlando City forward Ramiro Enrique (7) goal during the first half against Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United manager Ronny Deila celebrates with the supporters groups after his team dramatically defeated Orlando City 3-2 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United players celebrate after VAR validate Atlanta United forward Jamal Thiaré (14) during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2
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Atlanta United forward Jamal Thiaré (14) reacts with the crowd after his goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2.
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After the game, a young Atlanta United fan celebrates his team’s 3-2 victory over Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United midfielder Saba Lobzhanidze (9) reacts with with the fans after his goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2.
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Atlanta United midfielder Saba Lobzhanidze (9) reacts with Atlanta United forward Jamal Thiaré (14) after his goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2.
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In a dramatic fashion, Atlanta United forward Jamal Thiaré (14) connects the ball to score the winning goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2.
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In a dramatic fashion, Atlanta United forward Jamal Thiaré (14) connects the ball to score the winning goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2.
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Atlanta United forward Edwin Mosquera (70) tries to pass under pressure during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Orlando City and Atlanta United battles for the ball during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United fans celebrated as their team scored the winning goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United fans celebrate after the team scored their second goal to equalize the match 2-2 during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United midfielder Aleksey Miranchuk (59) dribles between Orlando City defenders during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United forward Jamal Thiaré (14) reacts after scoring the winning goal in stoppage time during the second half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. Atlanta United won 3-2.
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Atlanta United forward Emmanuel Latte Lath (19) goes up for a header under pressure from Orlando City defender Rodrigo Schlegel (15) during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United players gater with Aleksey Miranchuk (59) after scoring his goal during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United midfielder Aleksey Miranchuk (59) celebrates with teammates after scoring his goal during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United midfielder Aleksey Miranchuk (59) celebrates after scoring his goal during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United midfielder Aleksey Miranchuk (59) celebrates after scoring his goal during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United manager Ronny Deila observes the field as the team gets ready to face Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta
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Atlanta United midfielder Bartosz Slisz (99) dribles in traffic during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almirón (10) attempts to pass under pressure from Orlando City defender Rodrigo Schlegel (15) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta.
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Atlanta manager Ronny Deila gives instructions to Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almirón (10) during the first half against Orlando City at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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