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Atlanta United open Mercedes-Benz Stadium in style, Twitter reacts

Best reactions from social media

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Atlanta United looked right at home during their 3-0 win over FC Dallas in the Mercedes-Benz Stadium opener on Sunday. Goals from Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, Josef Martinez and Greg Garza were enough for three crucial points and an incredible opening day in Atlanta.

While the spectacle on the pitch was a sight to see, many in attendance were still in awe of the brand new stadium.

The fans in attendance put on a show themselves, proving to the rest of the league why they have one of the best atmospheres in MLS.

Even the neutral fans on social media were impressed with Atlanta fans coming out in full voice on Sunday:

While the atmosphere and stadium itself received tons of praise, the contributions on the pitch were far from forgotten:

Even Dirty South Soccer’s own couldn’t hold their praise back:

A thrilling 3-0 win for Atlanta and the perfect start to life in the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Social media reacted in various ways, but we’ll leave you with this gem: