Atlanta United Wins MLS Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

ATLANTA — Atlanta United claimed their second MLS Cup championship Saturday night, defeating the LA Galaxy in a penalty shootout at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in front of a record crowd of 72,000 fans.

The match ended 1-1 after 120 minutes of play. Atlanta goalkeeper Brad Guzan, 39, was the hero of the shootout, saving two of the Galaxy's five penalty kicks to give the Five Stripes a 4-2 victory.

"This is for the city," said Atlanta United head coach Gonzalo Pineda. "The support we have received from this community all season has been incredible, and tonight we gave them something to celebrate."

Atlanta's victory parade is scheduled for Tuesday.