Slow starts have contributed to the New England Revolution failing to capture the MLS Supporters' Shield since the league’s inception in 1996. Beginning the year on the road has also been a factor, and the Revolution’s opening day record fell to 5-14-6 last weekend after a 2-1 loss against a Thierry … [Read more...]
State of the New England Revolution: Promise shines for 2020 MLS season
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Revolution have developed a reputation for paying modest salaries and establishing corresponding goals. No longer, though. As the Revolution prepare for their 25th season with a visit to the Montreal Impact on Saturday afternoon, their sights have been set … [Read more...]
MLS Preseason 2020: New England Revolution takeaways from LA Galaxy loss
The New England Revolution played without several starters and lost, 2-1, to the LA Galaxy during their 2020 MLS preseason opener in Carson, Calif., on Tuesday. Carles Gil, last season’s leading scorer, plus left back Alex Buttner and center back Antonio Delamea, remained on the bench as sporting … [Read more...]
MLS, Players Association reach new CBA deal ahead of 2020 season
The MLS Players Association and Major League Soccer announced a five-year Collective Bargaining Agreement on Thursday, three weeks before the start of the league’s 25th season. The negotiation includes a 37-percent salary increase, expanded free agency and mandatory charter flights. “Overall, we’re … [Read more...]
Dell’Apa: Optimism, history clash before New England Revolution’s 25th season
FOXBORO, Mass. – Adverse temperatures, artificial turf and a tradition for slow starts. Several factors are working against the New England Revolution’s attempts to begin their 25th MLS season on the right foot. But Bruce Arena is not buying any of it as he begins his first full campaign as the … [Read more...]
Clare Pleuler: Former BU midfielder lands in Tenerife
Boston University might not be known as a women’s soccer factory, but the Terriers have produced three players competing in Europe’s top leagues after midfielder Clare Pleuler (Gloucester, Mass.) recently joined UD Granadilla Tenerife in Spain. Pleuler, who made her debut in a 3-1 loss against … [Read more...]