The Bent Musket

Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports The Revs were happy to get back Matt Turner and Henry Kessler. The New England Revolution collected their second shutout of the season when they defeated Inter Miami CF 2-0 on Saturday night. There were a few factors behind the team’s defensive success, including a full-strength backline and tactical switch. Matt Turner made his return from … [Read more...] about First-choice backline, tactical switch help Revs collect second shutout of 2022

Photo by Andrew Katsampes/ISI Photos/Getty Images Revs II are still undefeated Revs II faced off against a star-studded Inter Miami CF II on Sunday afternoon. It was a beautiful day for soccer and Revs II took home three points thanks to an own goal. Revs II trotted out a lineup featuring first-teamers Justin Rennicks, Jacob Jackson, and Noel Buck. The lineup for a … [Read more...] about Recap: Owen Goal gives Revs II the win

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Bruce Arena: “I kind of liked the fact that he’s so competitive and he wants our team to be successful” New England Revolution head coach Bruce Arena had no issue with the passion he saw from Carles Gil last Saturday. He sees it as a sign that the captain wants the team to do well. After Brandon Bye scored in the sixth minute, the … [Read more...] about Carles Gil’s passionate plea “wasn’t an issue” for Bruce Arena

Photo by Pedro Vilela/Getty Images “He is a strong, dedicated player, but he needs to be molded. He needs someone by his side that pushes him to be proactive and helps him push harder.” The New England Revolution acquired Columbian midfielder Dylan Borrero from Atletico Mineiro (Brazil) on April 22 and fans are anxiously awaiting his arrival to the club. Mineiro is … [Read more...] about What Revolution fans can expect from Dylan Borrero

Photo by Andrew Katsampes/ISI Photos/Getty Images Goalkeeping coach Adrian Clewlow: “Anything is possible for Matt, especially with his personality. He’s a super humble guy, he’s super hard working. The path is wherever he wants to take it.” Adrian Clewlow was the goalkeeping coach at the Richmond Kickers when Matt Turner was loaned to the United Soccer League team in … [Read more...] about Here’s what Arsenal is getting when Matt Turner arrives

Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images “I’d say a little bit up and down.” New England Revolution head coach and sporting director Bruce Arena brought in three former players that he had coached during his time in MLS. Sebastian Lletget, was acquired via trade while Jozy Altidore and Omar Gonzales were signed as free agents. Gonzalez was signed to a … [Read more...] about Bruce Arena gives his thoughts on performance of offseason signings

Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images Petrovic: “I think that this can help me and that I will go to the World Cup eventually, but it’s all upon the decision of the selector of the team.” Djordje Petrovic was introduced to the media on Tuesday. My early impression is that he’s a young, humble goalkeeper with ambitious goals. The 22-year-old Serbian began training with … [Read more...] about Djordje Petrovic hopes the move to MLS helps him get more caps with Serbia

Photo by Andrew Katsampes/ISI Photos/Getty Images Revs II fail to pick up the extra point as they fall to OCB in penalties New England Revolution II returned to action Sunday night as they faced Orlando City B on the road in Orlando, Florida. There were five changes to the starting XI as Pierre Cayet, Trevor Zwetsloot, Meny Silva, Ryan Lima, and Jack Panayoutou entered … [Read more...] about Recap: Revs II 0 (3) – 0 (4) Orlando City B

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It hasn’t been good so far. The New England Revolution lost their fifth game of the 2022 season when they were beaten 3-2 by D.C. United. They’re now 13th in the East Conference with a record of 2-5-1. I asked head coach Bruce Arena about the early season struggles after Saturday’s loss. Here’s what he said: … [Read more...] about Five ways to fix the Revolution