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Atlanta United will wear its 5 Stripes for MLS Cup

Nov 11, 2018 Atlanta: Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almiron is covered up by teammates after scoring his team’s second goal of the night on a penalty kick for a 2-0 lead over New York City during the first half in their MLS Eastern Conference Semifinal playoff match on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

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Nov 11, 2018 Atlanta: Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almiron is covered up by teammates after scoring his team’s second goal of the night on a penalty kick for a 2-0 lead over New York City during the first half in their MLS Eastern Conference Semifinal playoff match on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
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Dec 7, 2018

Atlanta United will wear its red and black kits, known as the 5 Stripes, for Saturday’s MLS Cup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Portland will wear white.

Atlanta United is 9-2-5 overall, including 8-1-4 in its primary kit at home this season.

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