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90 minutes are all that stands between Atlanta United and their first-ever appearance in MLS Cup. The Five Stripes hold a commanding 3-0 aggregate lead over the New York Red Bulls in this Eastern Conference Final. Red Bull Arena, a venue that Atlanta hasn’t scored at in two games, awaits the deciding second leg.
The mission is clear. Avoid giving up three goals at a minimum and advance. Score just one goal and that number increases to five. There’s no room for over-confidence or even cockiness. As fans for Atlanta sports we know nothing is finished until the final whistle is blown. Hopefully Tata Martino is drilling that same message in ahead of this one.
Both teams could be at full strength. The only question mark is Kemar Lawrence. The Best XI defender missed out on the first leg and his absence was glaring as Franco Escobar took advantage with a Man of the Match performance.
The talking is done. All that’s left is to finish the job. VAMOS ATL!
Atlanta United’s Lineup:
The #ATLUTD Starting XI to face @NewYorkRedBulls pic.twitter.com/WQHLP6TYBC
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) November 29, 2018
New York Red Bulls’ Lineup:
STARTING XI, pres. by @Heineken_US
— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) November 29, 2018
Inside The 18 ➡️ https://t.co/bIYVLWK4x2#OurTime | #RBNY pic.twitter.com/Aeap6Ya6KG
How to Watch
Venue: Red Bull Arena
Advertised Kickoff Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Available TV: FOX Sports 1
Available Streaming: Fubo TV (Free Trial), FOX Sports GO
Available Radio: 92.9 The Game (English), AT&T Countdown to Kickoff (FB Live/Periscope), La Mejor 1600 AM (Spanish)
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