Photos: Atlanta United eliminated from MLS playoffs

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Photos: Atlanta United eliminated from MLS playoffs

Atlanta United hosted Columbus in the MLS playoffs Thursday night.

ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 26: Hector Villalba #15 of Atlanta United reacts after losing to the Columbus Crew 3-1 on penalities during the Eastern Conference knockout round at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 26, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan (1) stands on the field during a MLS playoff game against Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. Columbus defeated Atlanta 1-0. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 26: Jeff Larentowicz #18 of Atlanta United reacts after losing to the Columbus Crew 3-1 on penalities during the Eastern Conference knockout round at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 26, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Columbus Crew players celebrate after defeating Atlanta United during a MLS playoff game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

A Columbus Crew player tries to console Atlanta United's Julian Gressel after the game.

Columbus Crew players celebrate after defeating Atlanta United during a MLS playoff game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Atlanta United's Julian Gressel misses in the shootout.

ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 26: Adam Jahn #12 of Columbus Crew reacts after converting a penalty kick to give the Crew a win over the Atlanta United 3-1 on penalties during the Eastern Conference knockout round at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 26, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (7) wins a header while taking a shot at the goal during an MLS game against at Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Atlanta United fans cheer before an MLS game against at Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Fans hold up their cellphones during a MLS playoff game between Atlanta United and Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. Columbus defeated Atlanta 1-0. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Atlanta United forward Hector Villalba (15) drives the ball upfield during an MLS game against at Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Atlanta United forward Hector Villalba (15) passes the ball upfield during an MLS game against at Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

October 26, 2017. Atlanta United Jeff Larentowicz (18) disputes the ball in the middle of the field during the first half.

October 26, 2017. Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan makes a save during a play in the first half.

Atlanta United defender Julian Gressel (24) tries to maintain control of the ball during an MLS game against at Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Atlanta United midfielder Yamil Asad (11) controls the ball while being defend by Columbus Crew players during an MLS game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (7) and Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah (4) fight over the ball during an MLS game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

October 26, 2017. Brad Guzan Atlanta United goal keeper directs his defense during a Columbus Crew corner kick.

Atlanta United defender Julian Gressel (24) drives the ball upfield during an MLS game against at Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

October 26, 2017. Atlanta United players gather in the field during the first round of the MLS playoff match at Mercedes-Benz stadium.

Atlanta United's Josef Martinez is greeted by Atlanta United fans.

John and Yvonne Frants of Murrayville show their support.

Caitlynn Stille wears a Atlanta United jersey. She's at the game with her mom Ashley Stille.

Atlanta United fans are ready for the match.

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ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 26: Hector Villalba #15 of Atlanta United reacts after losing to the Columbus Crew 3-1 on penalities during the Eastern Conference knockout round at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 26, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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