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Soccer New England Has Moved
October 1, 2007
Special Announcement!
Effective October 1st, 2007, we will be launching a brand new website to better serve the needs of our readers. The new site can be found here .
And don’t forget to add the new URL to ... Read More
Soccer New England Has Moved
October 1, 2007
Special Announcement!
Effective October 1st, 2007, we will be launching a brand new website to better serve the needs of our readers. The new site can be found here .
And don’t forget to add the new URL to ... Read More
Germans Win Second Straight Cup
September 30, 2007
Germany beat Brazil, 2-0, to win its second straight Women's World Cup Sunday.
Second-half goals from Birgit Prinz and Simone Laudehr led the Germans to victory.
Prinz scored in the 52nd minute and Laudehr added an insurance tally late in the game, helping Germany become the first women's ... Read More
U.S. Takes Third Place
September 30, 2007
SHANGHAI, China – The United States women received some solace at least, winning third place in the Women’s World Cup Sunday with a 4-1 rout of Norway.
A pair of goals from Abby Wambach, along with a goal each from Lori Chalupny and Heather O’Reilly, led the U.S. to an easy win at Shanghai ... Read More
Smith Gives Revs Victory By Sean Donahue
September 30, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Khano Smith proved to be the hero, scoring in the 88th minute to give the Revolution a 1-0 win over the Colorado Rapids in a sloppy match in front of 19,166 at Gillette Stadium.
Both sides struggled to string together passes throughout the game and the visitors looked content ... Read More
Solo Won't be at Norway Game By Nick Williams
September 29, 2007
United States goalkeeper Hope Solo will not be with the team when the Americans face Norway Sunday in the third place game of the Women’s World Cup.
The disgruntled keeper who publicly ripped Greg Ryan in an interview with ESPN after the coach benched her in favor of Briana Scurry in Thursday’s ... Read More
Revs Dealing With Desperate Rapids Squad By Sean Donahue
September 29, 2007
Head coach Steve Nicol recently described in the Boston Herald the New England Revolution's 3-0 loss to the Colorado Rapids earlier this season as one of the few times the team has "actually embarrassed" themselves.
With the Revs relative success during Nicol's tenure, such results come ... Read More
OPINION: Ryan Outdoes Himself By Andrew Hush
September 28, 2007
"I think the way the Brazilians play, in terms of creating off the dribble in the penalty box and making the goaltender make reaction-type saves, I think (Briana Scurry) is the best goalkeeper in the world in those situations."
So said Greg Ryan on the eve of the USA’s World Cup semifinal, a ... Read More
Disaster: U.S. Routed by Brazil
September 27, 2007
HANGZHOU, China – The United States’ goalkeeping switch didn’t work, but not much else did either in the Americans 4-0 loss to Brazil Thursday – a disaster that ended both their bid for a third Women’s World Cup and their 51-game unbeaten streak.
Goalkeeper flip-flopping was only part of the ... Read More
U.S. Switching Goalies By Nick Williams
September 26, 2007
HANGZHOU, China – UMass product Briana Scurry will start in goal in place of Hope Solo in the U.S. women’s soccer team’s match against Brazil tomorrow, according to reports from multiple media outlets.
According to the Chicago Tribune, head coach Greg Ryan called Solo into his office Tuesday ... Read More
OPINION: The Tale of Two Teams By Emlyn Lewis
September 26, 2007
We saw both sides of the Revolution in their 2-2 tie with the Red Bulls Saturday. First, the negative. The Revolution twice had the lead, and twice gave it up. They can't close out games, because they lack the discipline to possess the ball.
Despite playing two defensive midfielders, the ... Read More
Sitting Down with DiCicco By Nick Williams
September 24, 2007
Soccer New England recently caught up with Tony DiCicco, who was named head coach of the new Boston Breakers last Friday.
The former U.S. Women’s National Team coach has been working as a commentator for ESPN’s broadcasts of the Women’s World Cup and plans to join the Breakers at the conclusion ... Read More
Revs Fit to be Tied By Sean Donahue
September 23, 2007
Continuing a disturbing pattern on the road, the Revolution took a lead, but couldn't hold on. Twice Taylor Twellman gave the Revs the lead, but both times New York had a response as the two teams ended deadlocked in a 2-2 draw Saturday night at Giants Stadium.
The draw further dents the ... Read More
Revs Face Red Bulls One Last Time By Sean Donahue
September 22, 2007
Fresh off clinching a playoff spot, the New England Revolution are headed to New York to take on the rival Red Bulls for the third and final time of the regular season. With the Revs second in the current Eastern Conference standings, and New York occupying third, this match may very well be a ... Read More
U.S. Advances to Semis
September 22, 2007
TIANJIN, China – The United States Women’s National Team advanced to the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup with a 3-0 victory over England Saturday.
Abby Wambach, Shannon Boxx and Kristine Lilly all tallied within 12 minutes and the U.S defense held England star Kelly Smith to just one shot in ... Read More
U.S. Planning Trip to South Africa
September 21, 2007
CHICAGO — The U.S. men’s national team will get a preview of the 2010 World Cup when it makes its first ever visit to South Africa this November.
As part of the Nelson Mandela Challenge Cup, the U.S. will play South Africa on Nov. 17 in Johannesburg – the American’s first game in the host nation ... Read More
DiCicco to Coach Breakers By Nick Williams
September 21, 2007
Former United States Women's National Team coach Tony DiCicco has been named head coach of the Boston Breakers of the new women’s pro soccer league.
DiCicco, who has been working as a commentator for ESPN’s broadcasts of the Women’s World Cup in China, was the head coach of the U.S. women from ... Read More
OPINION: Unpredictability Is All That's Predictable By Emlyn Lewis
September 19, 2007
I have a sore spot just above my right temple, slightly balding, from where I've been scratching my head over the 2007 New England Revolution. Just when you think the rest of the league has caught up with them and their lack of depth is going to turn into a complete end-of-season collapse, they go ... Read More
U.S. Tops Nigeria, Wins Group B
September 18, 2007
SHANGHAI, China – The U.S. Women’s National Team got a goal just 53 seconds into the match against Nigeria Tuesday then held on the rest of the way for a 1 -0 victory that earned the Americans first place in Group B and a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2007 FIFA World Cup.
The U.S. took first ... Read More
Revolution Officially in Playoffs
September 17, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The Revolution officially clinched a playoff berth after the Chivas USA-Colorado draw on Sunday.
New England beat FC Dallas 4-2 Saturday to get in position to become the third team to clinch a playoff berth in the 2007 MLS Cup Playoffs, joining D.C. United and Houston Dynamo. ... Read More
Revs Inch Closer to Playoffs By Sean Donahue
September 16, 2007
In a preview of the upcoming US Open Cup Final, the New England Revolution defeated FC Dallas, 4-2, thanks to two strikes from Pat Noonan and Khano Smith's best performance of the season. The win moves the Revs tantalizingly close to clinching a playoff spot.
Though the match was a ... Read More
OPINION: Playing a Part in Brazil’s World Tour By Andrew Hush
September 15, 2007
Shortly after his side has completed a 3-1 win over Mexico, Brazil coach Dunga sat in a Gillette Stadium media room answering questions about what had gone before. Hanging on his every word was a pack of reporters whose job it was to detail every single aspect of the experience that is the Brazilian ... Read More
Revs Prepare for Dallas By Sean Donahue
September 15, 2007
The New England Revolution and FC Dallas have both been at or near the top of the standings for the majority of the season. With both teams in sight of the league's best regular season record, D.C. United gave each side a major blow with two crushing defeats over the past two weeks.
D.C. ... Read More
Christman Placed on 18-man Roster
September 15, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The Revolution placed rookie forward Adam Cristman on the team’s 18-man senior roster Friday.
In his first professional season, Cristman is a Rookie of the Year candidate, tied for the league’s rookie lead in both goals (4) and assists (4).
“Adam has been a very consistent ... Read More
Twellman Nets Goal of the Week
September 15, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Revolution forward Taylor Twellman earned MLS Sierra Mist Goal of the Week honors for his spectacular volley against D.C. United in the Revs’ 4-2 loss Sunday.
In the 45th minute, Khano Smith served a ball in from the left endline and found the Revs' leading scorer in the ... Read More
Wambach, U.S. Bury Sweden
September 14, 2007
CHENGDU, China – U.S. forward Abby Wambach – playing with 11 stitches in her head from a skull-cracking collision in the Americans’ tie with North Korea – scored twice to lead the U.S. Women’s National Team over Sweden, 2-0, in the Women’s World Cup Friday.
The U.S. striker now has three goals in ... Read More
OPINION: Women's World Cup Rolling After Tough Start By Andrew Hush
September 13, 2007
It wasn’t exactly the most auspicious start was it? Having the holders as the initial attraction is one thing but whoever decided the best opening match for the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup was Germany versus Argentina might need to reexamine the criteria for such an occasion.
We should have ... Read More
Brazil Tops Mexico at Gillette By Nick Williams
September 13, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – In front of over 60,000 fans in the home of the New England Revolution, Brazil scored two second half goals to break a 1-1 deadlock and defeat Mexico, 3-1, in a friendly Wednesday night at Gillette Stadium.
Mexico’s Juan Carlos Cacho (42’) and Brazilian Correa Kleber ... Read More
OPINION: Let's Be Positive About This By Emlyn Lewis
September 12, 2007
On Sunday, the New England Revolution lost to D.C. United, 4-2, at RFK Stadium. The loss gifted D.C. a four-point cushion at the top of the standings, seriously jeopardizing the Revolution's shot at winning the MLS Supporters' Shield and emboldening their closest rival for league and conference ... Read More
U.S. Women Draw with North Korea
September 11, 2007
CHENGDU, China –Playing without their star striker and with only 10 players, the United States Women’s National Team surrendered two goals before getting back to full strength and rallying for the equalizer in the Americans 2-2 tie with North Korea in the opening match of the 2007 FIFA Women’s World ... Read More
U.S. Can't Handle Brazil
September 9, 2007
CHICAGO – Former Rev Clint Dempsey’s goal in the 73rd minute pulled the United States temporarily even with Brazil, 2-2, but it was international sensation Ronadinho’s goal just two minutes later that gave the Brazilians the lead in an eventual 4-2 victory over the U.S. Men’s National Team Sunday. ... Read More
Revs Fall Apart: 'D' Blows Lead, Nicol Ejected By Sean Donahue
September 9, 2007
The New England Revolution came back from a one-goal deficit, but allowed three unanswered goals to D.C. United in wild 4-2 loss Sunday that saw the Revs slip further out of first place and Steve Nicol get ejected.
The Revs' coach was tossed from the match for protesting a Luciano Emilio goal ... Read More
Revs Return to MLS Action By Sean Donahue
September 9, 2007
The New England Revolution head to Washington, D.C. on Sunday with the hope of reclaiming their lead in the Eastern Conference after two weeks off from MLS action.
The Revs defeated the USL's Carolina RailHawks on Tuesday to advance to the U.S. Open Cup Final for just the second time ever, but ... Read More
Women's Soccer Coming Back in '09 By Nick Williams
September 4, 2007
Professional women’s soccer is coming back to the United States.
Investors and league officials announced Tuesday the establishment of a new North American women’s professional league, under the temporary working title of Women’s Soccer LLC, created to fill the void left when the Women’s United ... Read More
Revs Catch Well-Traveled RailHawks in Open Cup By Sean Donahue
September 3, 2007
The Carolina RailHawks head to New Britain, Connecticut to face the Revolution in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Semifinal on Tuesday in the midst of a stretch of four games, all in different locations, in just seven days.
The RailHawks are sitting in ninth in the USL First Division, outside the ... Read More
Revs Must Travel in Open
August 30, 2007
FOBOROUGH, MASS. – Seattle or Dallas. The New England Revolution will be making the trek to one of those cities if they defeat the Carolina RailHawks in Tuesday’s U.S. Open Cup semifinal.
U.S. Soccer announced Wednesday that the U.S. Open Cup Championship will be played at either Qwest Field in ... Read More
OPINION: A Snowball's Chance in D.C. By Emlyn Lewis
August 28, 2007
With a fortuitous, if not exactly well-deserved, win over the New York Energy Drinks and a bye week on the horizon, the time has come to do the math on the Revolution's chances for 2007 silverware. As things stand, our home town Revolution can win the Supporters' Shield, MLS Cup and the US Open Cup, ... Read More
U-17s Advance in World Cup
August 26, 2007
CHEONAN, South Korea – With their backs against the wall, facing a possible humiliating 0-3 exit on the world’s greatest stage, the members of the U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team scored twice in the second half to beat Belgium, 2-0, and advance to the second round of the FIFA U-17 World Cup.
In ... Read More
Own Goal Gives Revs Win By Sean Donahue
August 26, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. -- Carlos Mendes provided the Revolution an extremely valuable three points with his shocking 40-yard own goal in the 80th minute of Saturday’s 2-1 Revs win against the New York Red Bulls.
Sharlie Joseph missed a penalty kick and Jozy Altidore had given the Red Bulls the lead ... Read More
U.S. Women Win Final Tune-up
August 26, 2007
CARSON, Calif. – It was just an exhibition, but the members of the U.S. Women’s National Team still proved something Saturday night – they’re ready.
The Americans put an emphatic finishing touch on their preparation for the 2007 Women’s World Cup, blowing past Finland, 4-0, in the final match ... Read More
High Octane Attack From Red Bulls By Sean Donahue
August 25, 2007
The New York Red Bulls head into town Saturday for a big match-up with the Revolution. Led by former Colombian International Juan Pablo Angel, U.S. U-20 star Jozy Altidore, and World Cup veteran Clint Mathis, the visitors enter the match with one of the most dangerous attacks in the league. At the ... Read More
U.S. Loses Fourth Straight
August 23, 2007
GOTEBORG, Sweden – A blistering strike from Sweden’s Kim Kallstrom downed the U.S. Men’s National Team, 1-0, in an exhibition match Wednesday, sending the Americans to their first four-game losing streak in a decade.
The U.S. had its chances, including a 90th minute header from Michael Bradley, ... Read More
Brazil Stars Coming to Mass.
August 23, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Brazilian and international superstars Kaka and Ronaldinho will be here for Brazil’s tilt with Mexico at Foxborough’s Gillette Stadium this September.
Brazil head coach Dunga announced his roster for the Sept. 12 match versus Mexico and both Ronaldinho and Kaka are on it. ... Read More
OPINION: Joseph is the Lynchpin of Midfield By Andrew Hush
August 22, 2007
Emlyn Lewis, my esteemed colleague, I have to take issue with you. I don’t doubt that Steve Ralston is a key man in the Revolution lineup and his return to the side cannot come soon enough. However, there can be no doubt that the beating heart of Steve Nicol’s side is Shalrie Joseph, its ... Read More
OPINION: The Best Defense is a Good Midfield By Emlyn Lewis
August 21, 2007
You don't need me to tell you how good a player Steve Ralston is, but I'm going to go ahead and do it anyway, because the last 180 minutes of Revolution soccer have demonstrated with absolute clarity exactly what MLS' iron man midfielder brings to the team.
Obviously, the 3-0 loss to Colorado was ... Read More
Twellman, Revs Tame Wizards By Sean Donahue
August 20, 2007
Taylor Twellman struck in the 72nd minute and the Revolution held on for an extremely important 1-0 win at Kansas City’s Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday night.
Missing key starters Steve Ralston and Pat Noonan to injury and losing Jay Heaps just before halftime with an injury of his own, the ... Read More
Revs Look to Recover Against Wizards By Sean Donahue
August 18, 2007
Fresh off a stretch that has seen them suffer their two worst league defeats of the season in the past three games, the Revolution head to Kansas City for a Sunday night match-up with the Wizards.
The teams last squared off on August 2 in Foxboro, where the Revs won 2-0. The Revs have played ... Read More
Rapids Rule Ralston-less Revs, 3-0 By Sean Donahue
August 17, 2007
Sometimes in Major League Soccer the difference just two games can make is shocking. A week ago the Colorado Rapids were left for dead by pundits throughout the country and criticized as an embarrassment to MLS when they were dumped from the Open Cup in a 5-0 loss to a lower division side. It looked ... Read More
Rapid Fire for New England By Sean Donahue
August 15, 2007
The New England Revolution head to Colorado Thursday to face a highly motivated Rapids side that just snapped a 10-game winless streak. With the winless streak culminating in a 5-0 embarrassing loss to the Seattle Sounders of the USL in U.S. Open Cup action last Tuesday, the Rapids rebounded with a ... Read More
Brazil Coming to U.S.
August 14, 2007
CHICAGO – The No. 1 soccer power in the universe is coming to Chicago. Top-ranked Brazil will travel to the Windy City to take on the U.S. Men’s National Team in the “Clash of Champions” Sunday Sept. 9.
The CONCACAF champion United States, and Brazil, champions of CONMEBOL, have meet 12 times ... Read More
OPINION: This Article Is Not About Beckham By Emlyn Lewis
August 14, 2007
It's difficult these days to write about anything soccer-related without mentioning the name Beckham, if only to ensure some modest number (1,000,000,000) of page views. Despite that fact, I will endeavor not to bore you with fawning appraisals of the few minutes DAVID BECKHAM has spent playing MLS ... Read More
Beckham a No-Go By Nick Williams
August 13, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. – With a near-record crowd packing Gillette Stadium and a media contingent much larger than usual on hand, the man everybody came to see – David Beckham – did not play a minute in the Revolution’s 1-0 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy Sunday.
Beckham didn’t even dress for the ... Read More
Revs Defeat Beckham-less Galaxy By Sean Donahue
August 13, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. -- Over 35,000 fans showed up to see the New England Revolution take on David Beckham and the Los Angeles Galaxy. Despite the overwhelming support for the home team, there can be no doubt the large crowd was the result of interest in the English International. While Beckham didn't ... Read More
Revs Ready for Beckham Mania By Sean Donahue
August 12, 2007
Coming off a 2-1 victory over the third division Harrisburg City Islanders in the U.S. Open Cup in front of the smallest crowd that’s seen New England play this season (1,512), the Revolution are ready to take on David Beckham and the Los Angeles Galaxy in front of season-best, star-studded ... Read More
U.S. Women Trounce Kiwis
August 12, 2007
CHICAGO – Abby Wambach and Carli Lloyd each scored twice to lead the U.S. Women’s National Team past New Zealand, 6-1, on a hot Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field.
The U.S. improved to 12-0-2 in 2007 with just one game left in the team’s Send-Off Series before leaving for the 2007 FIFA Women’s ... Read More
Finally: Becks Plays By Nick Williams
August 10, 2007
And after the all the hype, David Beckham played.
The English superstar finally made his MLS debut Thursday in the Los Angeles Galaxy’s 1-0 loss to D.C. United.
Beckham played the final 21 minutes of the match, opting to test his injured ankle on the rain-soaked RFK Stadium field.
He did ... Read More
Three More Revs' TV Games
August 8, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. -- Fox Sports New England will televise three of the Revolution’s final 10 regular-season games.
The regional sports network’s three-game schedule begins on Thursday, Aug. 16, when they will air the Revolution’s game at the Colorado Rapids live at 9 p.m. ET.
Fox Sports New ... Read More
Revs Advance in Open Cup By Sean Donahue
August 8, 2007
Andy Dorman and Taylor Twellman each tallied in the opening 20 minutes and the Revs withstood a late scare to advance to the semifinals of the US Open Cup with a 2-1 victory over the Harrisburg City Islanders (USL Division 2) Wednesday.
New England completely dominated the opening period and was ... Read More
Revs Open for Cup Victory By Sean Donahue
August 8, 2007
Prior to the much-heralded match-up with the Los Angeles Galaxy where David Beckham may just happen to make an appearance, the New England Revolution have a match of much greater importance to what, if any, trophies the team will be bringing home at the end of the season.
The Harrisburg City ... Read More
OPINION: Some Ideas for the Revolution By Emlyn Lewis
August 7, 2007
I have some ideas. Stand back. And try not to giggle. One, the Revolution need some help in midfield, specifically on the left.
They've got something in the way of an allocation and some cap space to play with, as well as a Designated Player spot.
Eddie Lewis, once the premier left-footed ... Read More
Brazil Coming to Gillette
August 7, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Soccer powerhouse Brazil will make its first-ever appearance in Massachusetts when it meets Mexico at the home of the New England Revolution, Gillette Stadium, on Wednesday, Sept. 12.
Brazil, the world’s top-ranked national team, is expected to call up world-renowned ... Read More
Depleted D.C. Dominates Revs By Sean Donahue
August 6, 2007
With the chance to move into first place overall in MLS, the Revolution put in their worst home performance of the season Sunday, allowing D.C. United’s Luciano Emilio to score twice in a 3-0 loss.
United was without several key starters due to injury and suspension, but it didn't matter as they ... Read More
Revs Look for First in the Overall Standings By Sean Donahue
August 5, 2007
The once seemingly untouchable Houston Dynamo (10-6-4) have finally fallen at the hands of the league's worst, losing 1-0 to Real Salt Lake on Saturday evening. Meanwhile the Revs (9-3-6) have quietly gone on a 5 game unbeaten run en route to distancing themselves from the pack in the tightly ... Read More
Noonan scores on birthday, Revs overcome Kansas City By Sean Donahue
August 3, 2007
Pat Noonan scored on his 27th birthday and the Revolution shut out the Wizards for their first home victory against their conference rivals in eight years. Rookie Adam Cristman came off the bench to tally a late insurance goal and the Revs expanded their lead at the top of the standings to four ... Read More
Revs meet Harrisbug in Open Cup
August 2, 2007
Possible pairings for the semifinals of the U.S. Open Cup were releases Wednesday, with the Revolution matched up with the Harrisburg City Islanders of the USL Second Division.
Harrisburg opened the 2007 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup with a 4-0 victory over Aegean Hawks FC (USASA) in the first round. ... Read More
Revs Channeling 1999 By Sean Donahue
August 2, 2007
Time to party like its 1999? That was the last year the Revs managed to get a victory in Foxboro against the Kansas City Wizards.Two months ago the Wizards continued that trend with a deflating 4-3 victory at Gillette Stadium despite the home side having an early 2-0 lead.
With the visitors now ... Read More
U.S. to Visit Mexico
August 1, 2007
CHICAGO – For the first time in 23 years, the United States Men’s National Team will play a friendly on Mexican soil. The U.S. will play their Mexican rivals for the third time this season Sept. 9 at the famed Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
The Americans haven’t played a friendly in Mexico since ... Read More
USL Joins with West Ham
July 31, 2007
TAMPA, FL – The United Soccer League and West Ham United of the English Premier League will be partnering up, each side declared in a joint announcement made Tuesday in London, England and Tampa, Florida.
West Ham CEO Scott Duxbury and USL’s President Francisco Marcos made the announcement of the ... Read More
Larentowicz Up for Goal of the Week
July 31, 2007
Jeff Larentowicz’s game-winning free kick against Real Salt Lake Saturday is one of the nominees for the MLS Goal of The Week.
Larentowicz’s goal was an 82-minute blast past the left side of the wall and inside the far post. It proved the difference in the Revs’ 2-1 win over Real.
The other ... Read More
U.S. Dominates Japan in WC Tune-up
July 29, 2007
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- The U.S. Women’s National Team looked as if it was playing in September already.
The Americans were firing on all cylinders against Japan Saturday in the team’s third to last Send-Off Series match. The U.S. got a powerful header from Shannon Boxx in the first half, and ... Read More
Larentowicz Strike Lifts Revs Over Shorthanded Real Salt Lake By Sean Donahue
July 29, 2007
With eight minutes to regain the lead they had given up 10 minutes prior, the Revolution were awarded a dangerous free kick opportunity when Pat Noonan was taken down just outside the box with regulation time winding down.
Four Revs lined up behind the ball to have a go, though it seemed clear ... Read More
Salt Lake No Easy Task for Revs By Sean Donahue
July 28, 2007
Undeniably the worst team in Major League Soccer since entering the league in 2005, Real Salt Lake has yet to make the playoffs and has only managed a single win this season.
Despite this, the Revs last victory over the perennial bottom dwellers came back in September of 2005. Especially ... Read More
U.S. Women Face Japan
July 28, 2007
The U.S. Women’s National Team continues its “2007 Send-Off Series” today against Japan at Spartan Stadium in San Jose, Calif.
This will be the fourth of the six Send-Off Series matches scheduled for the U.S. in preparation for September’s FIFA Women’s World Cup in China.
The USA has won ... Read More
Three MLS Teams Join Development Academy
July 28, 2007
With the August 1 application deadline less than a week away, the U.S. Soccer Federation expects a very competitive final selection process for the last spots in the new U.S. Development Academy.
The Academy recently expanded to 50 clubs with the addition of three MLS teams. Chivas USA, Colorado ... Read More
Revs One of Two Teams Lacking Youth Program By Nick Williams
July 25, 2007
Before the big ticket on July 19 at Denver’s Dick’s Sporting Goods Park – the MLS All-Stars vs. Celtic FC – there was a lesser publicized match on the very same pitch. D.C. United’s Under-17 team squashed Kansas City’s youth team, 3-0, to win the very first SUM U-17 Cup, a youth development ... Read More
Women's U-20s Advance to Gold Medal Game
July 24, 2007
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – Lauren Cheney scored twice and the U.S. Women’s U-20s upset the full Canadian Women’s National Team, 2-1, in the semifinal of the 2007 Pan American Games Monday.
Cheney, who missed last week’s loss to Mexico after being suspended a game for a red card against Argentina, ... Read More
Former Breaker Makes Final Cut
July 23, 2007
CHICAGO – Former Boston Breaker Angela Hucles was among the final three additions to the 2007 U.S. Women’s World Cup Roster handpicked by head coach Greg Ryan.
Hucles, a midfielder who was a standout at the University of Virginia before joining the now-defunct Breakers, joins forward Natasha Kai ... Read More
OPINION: Void in Midfield Needs Filling By Emlyn Lewis
July 23, 2007
In recent weeks I've gone out of my way to defend the Revolution’s failure to sign a big name player with the roster slots and cap space they have at their disposal. It's part of the plan, I argued, this whole business of drafting talented, versatile college kids and growing them into the club's ... Read More
Revs Tie Houston, 3-3 By Sean Donahue
July 22, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. -- Taylor Twellman and Pat Noonan combined for two goals and Shalrie Joseph added the game-winner from the penalty spot against the league's best defense, but it wasn't enough to give the Revolution the victory as the Dynamo matched them goal for goal to earn a 3-3 draw in a battle ... Read More
Revenge Not a Factor, Revs Just Want the Win By Sean Donahue
July 21, 2007
With the defending champions coming to Foxboro on Sunday, the Revolution will have to be at their best to get a positive result. The Houston Dynamo, who defeated the Revolution on penalty kicks in last year's MLS Cup, head into town with a 10 game unbeaten run and a MLS record 695 minutes shutout ... Read More
MLS Stars Sink Celtic, 2-0 By Sean Donahue
July 20, 2007
Colombians Juan Pablo Angel and Juan Toja each scored, leading the MLS All-Stars to a 2-0 victory over reigning Scottish Champions Glasgow Celtic Wednesday night.
The three Revolution starters, the most in MLS, all made their presence felt. Matt Reis turned in a scoreless first half. Michael ... Read More
Local Players Enjoy Week as a Rev By Sean Donahue
July 20, 2007
With Matt Reis, Michael Parkhurst, and Shalrie Joseph in Denver with the MLS All-Stars this week, along with head coach Steve Nicol, the Revolution have brought several players in to train with the team.
Backup 'keeper Doug Warren's continued absence from training due to concussion symptoms, ... Read More
Maine's Levesque Leads Sounders
July 19, 2007
Maine native Roger Levesque tallied a goal and two assists to lead the Seattle Sounders of United Soccer Leagues (USL) First Division to a 3-1 victory over Major League Soccer’s Chivas USA Wednesday – becoming the fifth lower-division soccer club to beat a MLS affiliate in eight third-round U.S. ... Read More
OPINION: Absent Beckham Could Cause Difficulties By Andrew Hush
July 18, 2007
I had Tuesday off this week so I took advantage of my freedom by frying my brain watching daytime television. After catching up on the pop culture world series, I flicked over to the nation’s premiere entertainment channel to see which 20-something starlet had checked into rehab this week.
What I ... Read More
OPINION: Dorman Just Fine in Dempsey's Shoes By Emlyn Lewis
July 16, 2007
Andy Dorman is no Clint Dempsey. The Englishman seldom indulges in the same sorts of taunting trickery that made Dempsey so popular in New England. He has no edge. Doesn't rise to the bait of an overzealous defender. Passes when an audacious dribble might spring the defense.
He is, by most ... Read More
U.S. Women Down Norway in World Cup Tune-up
July 15, 2007
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. – The U.S. Women’s National Team got a second half goal on a header from midfielder Carli Lloyd to edge long-time rival Norway, 1-0, in a tough tune-up for the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
A crowd of almost 10,000 saw the U.S. improve its record to 10-0-2 in 2007 with three ... Read More
Dorman Strike Holds Up as Revs Move Into First By Sean Donahue
July 15, 2007
Andy Dorman struck in the first half and the Revs held on to beat the New York Red Bulls, 1-0, and jump into first place in the East.
The Revs survived a few early scares as New York hit the post and crossbar before New England took the lead, but they managed to keep the home side silent after ... Read More
Ralston, Twellman Rally Revs to Victory By Sean Donahue
July 11, 2007
ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- With a 2-2 tie and overtime approaching in the hot and humid weather Tuesday night, U.S. products Taylor Twellman and Steve Ralston each scored in the 90th minute to allow the Revs to escape with a 4-2 win in what was a very attacking game from both sides.
Twellman and ... Read More
Women's World Cup Roster Announced
July 11, 2007
CHICAGO – Connecticut native and former Boston Breaker Kristine Lilly and UMass product Briana Scurry highlighted the list of the first 18 players who will represent the United States in the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup, announced Wednesday by head coach Greg Ryan.
Ryan will make his final three ... Read More
Revs face Rhinos in Open Cup tonight By Nick Williams
July 10, 2007
The Revolution kicks off their U.S. Open Cup docket tonight in Rochester where they’ll face the Rhinos of the United Soccer League’s First Division.
This year marks New England’s eighth appearance in the Open Cup (5-6-2 all-time) and the fourth time in five years the Revs will play the Rhinos. ... Read More
OPINION: New England doing it without stars By Emlyn Lewis
July 9, 2007
If you are a New England Revolution fan, you’ve probably been waiting a long time for the club to sign a star player -- maybe since the day the Walter Zenga show rolled into town, complete with performing seals and one of those tiny clown cars (how DO they fit so many clowns in that thing?). ... Read More
Acapulco, Mex. to Host CONCACAF Beach Tournament
July 9, 2007
NEW YORK -- The 2007 CONCACAF Beach Soccer Tournament will take place at the Princess Hotel Stadium in Acapulco, Mexico from August 9-12, according to a statement released Monday by CONCACAF.
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Mexico and the United States will compete in the second annual CONCACAF Beach ... Read More
Revolution tie Chivas 1-1 By Sean Donahue
July 8, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. – Despite dominating the second half and creating countless chances, the Revolution were only able to come away with a 1-1 draw with Chivas USA Saturday.
The Revolution – who suffered a 2-0 setback at the hands of this same Chivas squad last Saturday in Los Angeles – came slowly ... Read More
Revs Seek Revenge vs. Chivas By Sean Donahue
July 7, 2007
The New England Revolution had never lost by more than a goal in 2007 before losing 2-0 to Chivas USA last week.
The Revs look to rebound from that loss, just their third of the season, Saturday when they face Chivas for the second straight match.
In Los Angeles, the Revs, without starting ... Read More
10 More Clubs Join Development Academy
July 6, 2007
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Ten additional clubs – including one USL and three MLS teams -- have been selected to participate in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy, bringing the total number of admissions to 31 from across the country.
The Chicago Fire, Colorado Rush and D.C. United joined the USL’s ... Read More
U.S. Leaves Copa Pointless, Loses to Colombia, 1-0 By Sean Donahue
July 6, 2007
The U.S. National Team left Venezuela and the 2007 Copa America with a 0-3 record after losing to Colombia, 1-0, Thursday night. The Americans allowed eight goals and only scored two.
For head coach Bob Bradley the tournament marked the first time he had tasted defeat, while the losing streak was ... Read More
Three Revs Make MLS First XI
July 6, 2007
Revolution defender Michael Parkhurst, midfielder Shalrie Joseph and goalkeeper Matt Reis made the MLS All-Star First XI team, set to battle Scottish Premier League champions Celtic FC in the 2007 Sierra Mist MLS All-Star Game July 19.
New England led all teams with three players among the First ... Read More
Nicol to Coach All-Stars for First Time By Sean Donahue
July 4, 2007
Thanks to leading the Revolution to the best points per game total as of June 25, head coach Steve Nicol earned the honor of coaching the MLS All-Stars against Scottish Premier League Champions, Glasgow Celtic FC July 19 in Colorado.
Though Nicol was named Coach of the Year in his first season ... Read More
OPINION: July Madness By Emlyn Lewis
July 2, 2007
The first 10 days of July feature American players involved in the MLS regular season, the US Open Cup, Copa America and the South American championship currently playing itself out in Venezuela.
Our own Taylor Twellman could find himself in a match against Brazil, Chivas USA or the Rochester ... Read More
Poor Finishing From US Leads to Loss Against Paraguay By Sean Donahue
July 2, 2007
The United States essentially ended all chances of advancing in the 2007 Copa America with a 3-1 loss to Paraguay Monday. Despite seemingly having the lion's share of the chances, the U.S. was unable to convert after Ricardo Clark scored the tying goal.
The decision leaves the U.S. at the bottom ... Read More
Chivas Earns Win in Battle of Depleted Clubs By Sean Donahue
July 1, 2007
In a battle of two undermanned clubs, Chivas USA defeated the New England Revolution, 2-0, at the Home Depot Center in Los Angeles Saturday.
Missing three regular starters due to national team call-ups and others due to injuries and suspensions, Chivas was able to keep the Revs, without U.S. ... Read More
Revs look for good road form to continue By Sean Donahue
June 30, 2007
The New England Revolution, holders of MLS' best road record this season, have not lost away from home in five games since their season opening loss to Chicago. Now set to face Chivas USA for the first time this season, the Revs will try and keep that good form and hold onto their slender lead at ... Read More
Youthful U.S. Can't Hang with Argentina By Sean Donahue
June 29, 2007
Inter Milan forward Hernan Crespo scored twice and substitutes Pablo Aimar and Carlos Tevez also tallied as Argentina overcame an early goal by Eddie Johnson to defeat the babyfaced United States National Team, 4-1, in Copa America action Thursday.
Despite controlling the match, Argentina failed ... Read More
OPINION: Reis Right to Feel Snubbed By Andrew Hush
June 29, 2007
In a week that has seen the USA win the first trophy of the Bob Bradley era, you could forgive Matt Reis for turning the channel when the celebrations aired. The Revolution goalkeeper, who was between the sticks for the first game of the post-Arena regime, has gone from hero to apparent zero, frozen ... Read More
Rivalry, What Rivalry? By Michael Jones
June 27, 2007
A lot has been made of the growing rivalry between the US and Mexico, and certainly Sunday’s classic Gold Cup final has added to the ongoing feud. But some have suggested that the rivalry is one of the best in world soccer, and I’m afraid I have to disagree on that one.
Before I explain why, ... Read More
Johann Smith Replaced on U-20 Roster
June 26, 2007
Bloomfield, Connecticut native Johann Smith has been replaced on the U.S. Under-20 Men’s National Team roster after injuring his ankle in a scrimmage Monday.
He’ll be replaced on the roster by Preston Zimmerman (Hamburg SV) for the upcoming 2007 FIFA Under-20 World Cup.
Smith suffered a ... Read More
OPINION: Maybe Wrong About Gold Cup By Emlyn Lewis
June 25, 2007
Last week I crapped all over the Gold Cup. I said it was, at best, a useful opportunity to blood the younger swimmers in the player pool. Then I said the United States had outgrown CONCACAF.
And since then they've won the Gold Cup again, coming back from a goal down to beat archrivals Mexico, ... Read More
U.S. Takes Gold Cup Crown By Sean Donahue
June 24, 2007
A stunning goal by Benny Feilhaber in the 73rd minute proved to be the difference for the United States as the Americans retained their Gold Cup title with a 2-1 victory over Mexico Sunday.
Feilhaber received the ball at the top of the box off a poorly cleared corner kick and launched the ball ... Read More
U.S. Looks to Defend Crown By Nick Williams
June 23, 2007
In a matchup that surprises no one and seems to rile up everyone, the United States will try to defend its title in the finals of the 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup Sunday.
At the start of the tournament, many expected this showdown to take place in group play. But after the Mexicans faltered early, ... Read More
Revs Roast Toronto By Sean Donahue
June 23, 2007
The Revolution came away with their second commanding victory over Toronto FC Saturday when Andy Dorman and Pat Noonan combined for three goals to lead New England to a 3-0 victory.
Dorman tallied twice and Noonan scored his second goal in as many games, earning the Revs a first place position ... Read More
Twellman Makes Copa America Cut
June 22, 2007
Two players with New England ties were named to the United States National Team’s 22-man roster for the 2007 Copa America in Venezuela.
The Revolution’s Taylor Twellman and New Hampshire native and Boston College product Charlie Davies (Hammarby IF) made head coach Bob Bradley’s roster, which ... Read More
Toronto, Revs meet on different terms By Sean Donahue
June 22, 2007
Last time the New England Revolution took the field against expansion side Toronto FC, both sides were looking to rebound from disappointing season opening away loses.
The Revs came out on top of a 4-0 decision, kicking off a seven-game unbeaten run that saw them rise to the top of the ... Read More
OPINION: MLS Still Has Long Way To Go By Andrew Hush
June 22, 2007
The dog days of summer are here and the MLS regular season has taken on a depressingly familiar look, as teams grind their way through the middle third of their schedule, well aware of the more important games that lie ahead.
When Clint Dempsey was asked of his reasons for wishing to leave MLS ... Read More
Gold Cup Semi-Final USA 2 – 1 Canada By by Anthony Flum
June 21, 2007
After a game largely dominated by the United States, the Americans narrowly escaped with a 2-1 victory over the Canadian team on Wednesday night at Soldier Field in Chicago in the semifinals of the 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Leading 2-1 in the final minute of stoppage time, it looked as if Canada ... Read More
Mexico Earns Battle with U.S. By Nick Williams
June 21, 2007
Mexico defeated Guadeloupe, 1-0, Thursday night at Solider Field, earning a date with the U.S. Sunday in the championship match of the 2007 Gold Cup.
A Pavel Pardo goal in the 69th minute put the Mexicans up for good and effectively ended any chance for a Guadeloupe upset.
Pardo beat two ... Read More
OPINION: New England's Trade Deficit By by Michael Jones
June 20, 2007
This Saturday’s game between the Revs and Totonto FC at Gillette stadium will bring together two Scottish coaches who have shown very different approaches to running their teams this season.
On the one hand, we have Mo Johnston, whose managerial style with Toronto FC can best be described as ... Read More
Revs release Hernandez By Nick Williams
June 20, 2007
The New England Revolution lost players who started in the MLS Cup for them last year, releasing the rehabbing Daniel Hernandez yesterday while also declaring Joe Franchino out for the season.
Hernandez, nursing a sore groin, recently played in two reserve games, but the emergence of Jeff ... Read More
CONCACAF Semifinals Set By Nick Williams
June 18, 2007
A Jared Borgetti goal in the second session of overtime vaulted the Mexicans over the Costa Ricans, 1-0, in a hard-fought CONCACAF quarterfinal matchup Sunday.
Both teams had their chances early – including a doorstep opportunity for the Costa Rican offense, after Mexican goalkeeper Oswaldo ... Read More
OPINION: U.S. Too Good for CONCACAF By Emlyn Lewis
June 18, 2007
The U.S. is marching through this opening stage of the 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup, which should delight casual fans of the USA as well as the hard core denizens of Sam's Army. But it's interesting to note how this year's tournament plays out relative to the version we watched in the '90s.
Mexico won ... Read More
Revs Blow Two-Goal Lead By Sean Donahue
June 17, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. -- The New England Revolution, missing three key players to national team call-ups, scored three times in the opening 32 minutes and looked to be headed to their first win in three games before allowing a game-changing Columbus Crew goal just before half and finally the tying the ... Read More
US Advance to Semifinals with 2-1 win over Panama By Sean Donahue
June 16, 2007
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. -- Landon Donovan and Carlos Bocanegra put the United States ahead and the American defense withstood heavy pressure from 10-man Panama to advance to the semifinals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Blas Perez caused the U.S. backline problems all night and provided a scare with his 85th ... Read More
OPINION: Ralston Ultimate Professional By Andrew Hush
June 15, 2007
For a man with his resume, Steve Ralston is a pretty humble guy. The native of Missouri sits atop of the MLS all-time appearances and minutes played lists and is just one assist away from reaching the top of that chart, though he claims many of them were secondary set-ups that were completed by ... Read More
Revs Look to Return From Lay-off With Win Against Columbus By by Sean Donahue
June 15, 2007
After a two week break the New England Revolution will be looking to turn around their recent rough patch of form likely without leading scorer Taylor Twellman, key midfielder Steve Ralston, and defender Michael Parkhurst. Following a seven game unbeaten run the Revs suffered a 4-3 defeat at home to ... Read More
CONCACAF Quarterfinal Preview By Nick Williams
June 14, 2007
With Saturday’s quarterfinal matchup between the United States and Panama just two days away, Soccer New England takes a look and what to expect in that game as well as the rest of the matches this weekend.
USA vs. Panama
One of the keys of Tuesday’s 4-0 win over El Salvador according to head ... Read More
US defeat Trinidad and Tobago 2-0 By by Sean Donahue
June 9, 2007
Rhode Island native Michael Parkhurst made his debut for the US as goals from Eddie Johnson and Brian Ching led the team to a 2-0 win that was never really in doubt. The Trinidad and Tobago team, missing many of the players that got them to the 2006 World Cup due to a dispute over compensation, ... Read More
Sloppy US overcome weak Guatemala By by Sean Donahue
June 8, 2007
The United States started their 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Guatemala. A mediocre performance from the US produced the win off a goal from former Rev Clint Dempsey. Fortunately against a poor Guatemala side the poor performance was enough for the full three points, but ... Read More
The Top Corner: Hooray for Henry By Andrew Hush
June 8, 2007
Thierry Henry strode into Reebok’s headquarters in Canton on Wednesday and was met by a round of applause as the company’s entire staff took time out from their work schedule to applaud the face of the company’s soccer branding.
The Arsenal and France striker was in town to film an ad for ... Read More
Salt Lake Holds Revs to a Scoreless Draw By by Sean Donahue
June 3, 2007
Real Salt Lake came to Foxboro seemingly content to play for their 6th draw of the year. The only winless side in MLS was satisfied with playing defense for most of the night and they succeeded in leaving New England with a point.
As the Revs looked to rebound from a disappointing 4-3 loss last ... Read More
Revs Look to Rebound Against Salt Lake By by Sean Donahue
June 2, 2007
he New England Revolution are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 4-3 loss against the Kansas City Wizards last weekend with a home win over the winless Real Salt Lake. The defeat snapped the Revs seven game unbeaten run and was their first home loss in nine games. Salt Lake meanwhile has ... Read More
The Top Corner: Beck for good? By Andrew Hush
June 1, 2007
Later today, England will play Brazil in the first international match at the new Wembley Stadium. Lining up for the home side in the number seven shirt will be David Beckham, whose return to the national team follows an outstanding run of form for Real Madrid.
Usually, the story would end ... Read More
Republic of Ireland, Bolivia fight to 1-1 draw By Sean Donahue
May 27, 2007
The Republic of Ireland and Bolivian national teams battled to a spirited 1-1 draw in an exhibition match at Gillette Stadium on Saturday evening. The Irish and Bolivia line-ups were both missing a few key players, but the two teams filled with players trying to earn more time with their respective ... Read More
Revs blow two goal lead in loss to Wizards By Sean Donahue
May 27, 2007
Taylor Twellman scored his 7th goal of the season to give the Revs a 2-0 lead against a Wizards side missing three defensive starters. The lead was erased completely just three minutes later and soon after Kansas City went ahead. The Revs would tie the score briefly in the second half, before Eddie ... Read More
Revs Look to Make it Four Wins in a Row By Sean Donahue
May 26, 2007
Kansas City has had the New England Revolution’s number in recent years, especially in Foxboro. The Revs head into Saturday’s match in first place, currently on a seven game unbeaten run and three match winning streak. To keep those streaks intact Head Coach Steve Nicol will need to lead his team to ... Read More
The Top Corner: Sent from heaven? Angel shines By Andrew Hush
May 26, 2007
When the Beckham Rule was instigated, everyone knew who it was designed for. Sure enough, two months later, Goldenballs announced he would on his way to Los Angeles in July. Immediately on that January day, the MLS propaganda machine cranked into top gear, largely ignoring what it should have ... Read More
Revs 1 - 0 Houston By Sean Donahue
May 20, 2007
Shalrie Joseph put New England ahead early against the run of play and then the Revolution held on to the fragile 1-0 lead as the Houston Dynamo dominated everywhere but the scoreboard. The Revs, facing the Dynamo for the first time since losing on penalties to them in the 2006 MLS Cup, extended ... Read More
Revs 3-2 Galaxy By Sean Donahue
May 13, 2007
Taylor Twellman added two goals to his league-leading total as the New England Revolution came away with a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy. The Galaxy went into halftime with a 1-0 lead, but just seven minutes into the second half the Revs had gone in front. Los Angeles seemed to have earned ... Read More
Revs look to extend unbeaten run at Galaxy’s expense By By Sean Donahue
May 12, 2007
The New England Revolution head into Los Angeles for a late night showdown with the rival Galaxy looking to extend their five game unbeaten streak against the team that has defeated them in overtime in three separate cup finals.
Having beaten the Galaxy in both meetings last year including a 1-0 ... Read More
Revs 3 - 1 Chicago Fire By Sean Donahue
May 6, 2007
Three players tallied their first goal of the season as the Revs got revenge for their opening day loss in Chicago by beating the Fire 3-1 in front of a crowd of 9,508 at Gillette Stadium. Captain Steve Ralston scored the game winner in the 68th minute and assisted both of the others as he became ... Read More
The Top Corner: Reflecting on another refereeing catastrophe By Andrew Hush
May 4, 2007
With everything else going on, I was planning to take a bit of a break from writing, but Terry Vaughn wouldn’t let me, as the man in charge of ESPN’s Thursday night game gave me more than enough ammunition for the first of my weekly columns on soccernewnegland.com.
Having missed the ... Read More
Revs 1 - 1 DC United By by Sean Donahue
May 3, 2007
After a tentative first half from both sides, Andy Dorman fired the Revs in front just seconds into the second half only to see a very questionable call from Terry Vaughn gift DC United the equalizer less than five minutes later. The controversy did not stop there, however, as just nine minutes ... Read More
MLS Ins 'n' Outs – 2006-07
April 23, 2007
The following are transactions which have been confirmed by MLS or the clubs involved:
Latest Moves
4/20 - Colorado Rapids: Acquired Conor Casey from Toronto FC in exchange for a 2008 SuperDraft third round pick, an allocation and the rights to Riley O'Neill
4/19 - ... Read More
Revs pegged back late in Columbus
April 20, 2007
Columbus Crew 2-2 New England Revolution
Just over ten minutes after Taylor Twellman had missed a golden opportunity to shoot New England into a two-goal lead, the Revs’ defense broke down, allowing Kei Kamara to sweep home an 86th minute equalizer to deny Steve Nicol’s side its ... Read More
Revolution search for road success in Columbus By Andrew Hush
April 19, 2007
With Shalrie Joseph prepared to play, for now, the Revolution will head into action at Columbus tonight seeking to pick up their second straight win and first road points of the year.
Steve Nicol will likely field an unchanged starting line-up, with Pat Noonan once again on the bench as he ... Read More
It's official: The Breakers are back By Andrew Hush
April 19, 2007
After almost a five-year hiatus, women’s professional soccer will return to the USA in 2008 and the Boston Breakers will be there for the relaunch. Backed by a group of local businessmen, the Breakers will form one eighth of a league that has been founded by the Women’s Soccer Initiative (WSII) ... Read More
Players delighted pro league is back
April 18, 2007
Kristine Lily had been struggling to keep it in. The news that women’s professional soccer was returning had been eating her up and being in New England at the weekend for the USA’s game against Mexico had not helped.
“I heard about a week ago so it was hard to keep quiet,” said Lilly at ... Read More
Joseph to consider holding out over contract By Andrew Hush
April 18, 2007
Shalrie Joseph will consider refusing to play for the Revolution if his ongoing dispute with the club and MLS over a new contract is not resolved.
Speaking to Soccer New England after the Revs’ training session on Tuesday morning, the Grenadian midfielder revealed that no further ... Read More
Cummings back at the Breakers' helm
April 18, 2007
When asked why he decided to return as President of the Boston Breakers for the second time, a smile came across Joe Cummings’ face. ‘Unfinished business’, he said, was the driving force.
“I am at a stage, personally and professionally, where I really feel I have one more challenge,” said ... Read More
WUSA heading back to Boston By Andrew Hush
April 17, 2007
A press conference has been scheduled for Wednesday afternoon, at which it is expected to be announced that Boston’s WUSA franchise will be resurrected when the league returns in 2008.
The Boston Breakers were one of the founding members of the original WUSA, which ran from 2001-03 before ... Read More
Injury outlook brightening for Revolution By Adam Smartschan
April 16, 2007
The New England Revolution is closing in on full health.
Following a light-hearted Patriots' Day training session on Gillette Stadium's main field, coach Steve Nicol was bullish about the quick returns of Pat Noonan and Michael Parkhurst.
Noonan, who's played just 20 minutes in each of ... Read More
Thompson strikes late to hand reserves win
April 16, 2007
Wells Thompson’s goal in the 85th minute gave the Revolution's Reserves a 3-2 victory over the Toronto FC on Sunday morning at Gillette Stadium in rainy, raw weather.
Andrea Lombardo put the visitors ahead in the seventh minute of the first half, before Miguel Gonzalez tied the score at ... Read More
Twellman doubles up in Revs romp By Adam Smartschan
April 15, 2007
So much for Taylor Twellman's finishing troubles.
The 2005 Major League Soccer MVP, who failed to convert at least one golden chance in the Revs' season-opening loss to the Chicago Fire, scored twice in the first 18 minutes against Toronto FC on Saturday, leading New England to a 4-0 win in ... Read More
Reis happy with what he sees in front of him By Adam Smartschan
April 15, 2007
The New England Revolution took some flak this off-season for not jumping on the Designated Player Express, ridden at great expense by the likes of the Los Angeles Galaxy, Red Bull New York and Chicago Fire.
After Saturday's 4-0 home-opener drubbing of expansion Toronto FC, Revs keeper ... Read More
Lilly at the double in USA win
April 15, 2007
USA 5-0 Mexico
The USA opened their 2007 domestic schedule with style with a comprehensive defeat of Mexico on a chilly night at Gillette Stadium. Boston resident, Kristine Lilly, scored twice in front of her hometown crowd while Abby Wambach, Lindsay Tarpley and Lauren Cheney added ... Read More
Confident Larentowicz keen to keep it simple By Andrew Hush
April 14, 2007
Given his outstanding form throughout 2006, which continued with an impressive display last week in Chicago, it’s hard to believe that, twelve months ago, Jeff Larentowicz’s ‘career minutes played’ log had precisely sixty seconds recorded in it.
One minute was all the time the Pennsylvania ... Read More
USA women ready to start World Cup countdown at Gillette By Andrew Hush
April 14, 2007
As the women of the USA national team made their way onto the Gillette Stadium field on Friday morning, it was apparent that the New England weather was not agreeing with many of them. Huddled up in long sleeves and pants, Greg Ryan’s squad quickly realized that they were a long way from the ... Read More
USA Women’s Notebook – Anticipation growing for WUSA return
April 13, 2007
Following the demise of the first version of the WUSA in 2003, the women’s domestic game has had a fragmented look as a number of start-up leagues have attempted to offer top-level soccer to the best female players in the country.
The alternative competitions have been successful to ... Read More
Byrne signs; Lochhead waived by Revolution
April 13, 2007
The Revolution has announced that its 2007 third round SuperDraft pick, Bryan Byrne, has signed a contract with MLS. The 24-year-old will wear the number 26 shirt, although he will be unavailable for Saturday’s game against Toronto FC.
“It’s good to be here; it’s the only place I wanted to ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Nicol: Toronto will pose a tough test
April 13, 2007
Steve Nicol and Toronto coach, Mo Johnston, go back a long way and that long-standing friendship means the Revs boss knows that his side is in for a difficult game on Saturday.
Nicol and Johnston were teammates on the Scottish national team and occasionally lined up opposite each other in ... Read More
Revs working on final touches By Andrew Hush
April 11, 2007
Three days after their opening day defeat in Chicago, the Revolution were still bemused on Tuesday as to how they left Toyota Park without a positive result. Having fallen behind early on, the Revs dominated the home side throughout the remainder of the game but were unable to turn their ... Read More
Coleman sacked as Fulham boss
April 11, 2007
Clint Dempsey may be facing an uncertain future after Fulham announced that Chris Coleman has been sacked as manager of the English Premier League side.
Just hours after Coleman claimed that he was the man to lead the floundering London club, which has won just one league game in 2007, away ... Read More
Deuce finding his new life hard work By Andrew Hush
April 10, 2007
On 24 February at Craven Cottage in London, Cristiano Ronaldo ended a sixty-yard run by smashing in a last-minute winner to give Manchester United three points against a Fulham side that, to this day, must still be wondering how it let a game that it should have won, slip away.
Standing ... Read More
Lilly excited ahead of New England return
April 10, 2007
USA coach, Greg Ryan, has selected a squad of eighteen for this Saturday’s women’s international friendly against Mexico at Gillette Stadium.
The game will represent a homecoming on sorts for three players in the squad, which is led by Kristine Lilly. The world record holder for ... Read More
Revs can't douse Fire on opening night By Andrew Hush
April 8, 2007
Chicago Fire 1-0 New England Revolution
After falling behind in the fourth minute to Logan Pause’s goal, the Revolution fought valiantly but were unable to take advantage of their chances and opened their 2007 season with a disappointing defeat at Toyota Park.
With a number of ... Read More
Western Conference Preview
April 7, 2007
Houston Dynamo: (SNE prediction: 1st, Western Conference Finalists)
If you thought the Revolution were quiet on the transfer front, then think yourself lucky you aren’t a Houston fan. Aside from the Expansion and SuperDrafts, Dominic Kinnear made precisely zero moves. Mind you, ... Read More
Reis signs new deal
April 6, 2007
On the eve of the season opener against Chicago Fire, the Revolution have been boosted by the news that Matt Reis has signed a new contract with the club.
Reis, who has played more games in goal (92) than any other Revolution goalkeeper, holds nearly every career club goalkeeping record, ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Ralston ready for the off By Andrew Hush
April 6, 2007
After a pre-season campaign that has seen the Revolution play six games in three different countries, the opening day of the regular season cannot come quickly enough for Steve Nicol and his players.
The most experienced man on the Revs playing staff, Steve Ralston, explained that, for all ... Read More
Eastern Conference Preview
April 6, 2007
DC United: (SNE prediction: 1st, Eastern Conference Champions)
They may have a new coach and have traded the face of the franchise in the off-season but DC United come into the new season as the clear favorite in the east and a fashionable pick to collect another championship ... Read More
Relaxed Smith ready for major role By Andrew Hush
April 5, 2007
Though a hamstring strain might prohibit him from participating in this Saturday’s season opener in Chicago, Khano Smith approaches the new season in a happy frame of mind, hopeful that his long-term injury issues are behind him.
Smith signed for the Revolution in 2005 and offered fleeting ... Read More
This year, Twellman has a club focus By Andrew Hush
April 4, 2007
A year ago, Taylor Twellman did not know whether he was coming or going. The Revolution’s all-time leading scorer began the 2006 season full of confidence having finally, it seemed, made a place for himself in the national team with a string of excellent displays, featuring several goals, in ... Read More
Revs ready for kick-off By Andrew Hush
April 4, 2007
The Revolution held their media day at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, amid a feeling of genuine excitement that the regular season is just days away. On the back of a 6-0-0 pre-season, Steve Nicol and his players are eager to get to Chicago, where they will take on the Fire on Saturday evening. ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Ticket sales progressing well
April 4, 2007
Revolution COO, Brian Bilello, addressed the media on a number of topics on Tuesday. Among those he covered were ticket sales ahead of the regular season which, he said, had been boosted by the news of David Beckham’s signing with Los Angeles.
12 August is the date that Beckham is ... Read More
Ryan names training camp roster
March 30, 2007
USA women’s head coach, Greg Ryan, has named a squad of 32 players for the side’s latest training camp, which will begin in California on Monday. The camp is the latest preparation for the World Cup, which will be held in China in September.
In addition to training, the USA will play a ... Read More
Pre-season form a boost for promising Revs By Andrew Hush
March 30, 2007
The Revolution picked up two more convincing wins in New Orleans this week to ensure they completed their pre-season schedule with an impressive 6-0 record. On the field, Steve Nicol’s side has played an attractive offensive style and goals have come from many sources including a number of ... Read More
USA held by Guatemala
March 29, 2007
USA 0-0 Guatemala
After the euphoria of Sundays win over Ecuador, the USA fell flat as a stifling Guatemalan defense ensured that the attacking verve that had been displayed in Tampa three days previously would not be allowed to flourish at Pizza Hut Park.
With Revolution ... Read More
Oka and Cristman inspire 100% Revs
March 29, 2007
New Orleans Shell Shockers 0-4 New England Revolution
After Adam Cristman had scored his fifth pre-season goal in the second minute, the Revolution added three further strikes, including two from Arsene Oka, to cruise to victory over the New Orleans Shell Shockers and complete their ... Read More
Franchino Takes Indefinite Leave of Absence
March 27, 2007
The Revolution issued the following statement on Tuesday afternoon:
'New England Revolution midfielder/defender Joe Franchino has been granted an indefinite leave of absence from the team to attend to personal matters. He left the team while the squad was training in New Orleans.
'This ... Read More
Cristman at the double in New Orleans
March 26, 2007
CD Olimpia 1-3 New England Revolution
Adam Cristman continued his impressive pre-season form, scoring two goals and assisting on a third as the Revolution swept past Olimpia in New Orleans. Cristman struck on either side of half-time, sandwiching a goal from Andy Dorman, to give a ... Read More
Donovan treble fires USA
March 25, 2007
USA 3-1 Ecuador
Landon Donovan inspired the USA to victory over Ecuador with a magnificent hat-trick. From the moment – after just 43 seconds to be exact – that the American captain fired his side into the lead, Donovan was in irrepressible form and, with the game tied at 1-1, his ... Read More
Cristman cruises into professional game By Andrew Hush
March 23, 2007
“It’s been pretty crazy over the past five weeks, with a lot of traveling and playing in different towns for different teams.”
Yeah, ‘pretty crazy’, that’s a good way to describe it. Adam Cristman has certainly made the most of 2007 so far. The year began with the University of Virginia ... Read More
Revolution Reserves Schedule
March 23, 2007
15 April: Toronto FC (10am)
6 May: Chicago Fire (7:30pm)
13 May: @ Los Angeles Galaxy (9am)
27 May: Kansas City Wizards (10am)
17 June: Columbus Crew (10am)
22 July: Houston Dynamo (6:30pm)
29 July: @ Real Salt Lake (10am)
5 August: DC United (6:30pm) ... Read More
Despite injuries, Nicol remains positive By Andrew Hush
March 22, 2007
Away from the ongoing Shalrie Joseph saga, Revolution boss, Steve Nicol, is having to deal with a ever-lengthening injured list, with Pat Noonan and Michael Parkhurst struggling to be fit for the regular season opener against the Chicago Fire on 7 April, while Daniel Hernandez continues to ... Read More
Wantaway Joseph defiant over trade request By Andrew Hush
March 22, 2007
Just as he said he would, Shalrie Joseph showed up at the Revolution’s training session on Wednesday and gave it his all. The Grenadian midfielder was his usual all-action self in an impressive showing as New England got back into pre-season work following their return from Cancun last ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Reis adapting to new faces
March 22, 2007
Matt Reis admitted he is getting used to having some new faces around the goalkeeping fraternity at the Revolution. Rookie, Brad Knighton, has impressed with his attitude and potential, while goalkeeper coach, Gwynne Williams, has brought his own knowledge.
“It has gone well,” said Reis. ... Read More
Joseph asks for trade and expects to get it By Andrew Hush
March 20, 2007
Shalrie Joseph has asked to be traded from the New England Revolution and expects the club to honor his request, according to the Grenadian midfielder’s agent.
Ron Waxman spoke to Soccer New England on Monday and revealed that Joseph has already made his request to the Revs and ... Read More
Noonan set for further surgery
March 20, 2007
The Revolution have been rocked by the news that Pat Noonan requires a second operation within six months.
The forward will undergo sports hernia repair surgery on Wednesday, following an injury to his left side he suffered on 9 March. The surgery will be performed by Dr. Ulrike Muschaweck ... Read More
Report: Joseph to request trade
March 18, 2007
Shalrie Joseph will ask to be traded away from the Revolution after negotiations over a new contract broke down, according to a report in Sunday’s Boston Globe.
Joseph has two years ... Read More
Cristman wins it for Revolution
March 16, 2007
Adam Cristman scored the game’s only goal in the 79th minute to lead the Revolution to victory over Pioneros de Cancun on Thursday evening. Cristman converted a cross by Khano Smith, who was sent off just minutes later, for his second goal in as many games on the trip.
Christman was paired ... Read More
Bradley names friendly squad
March 15, 2007
Bob Bradley has called up thirteen European-based players to the USA squad for upcoming games against Ecuador on 25 March and Guatemala three days later.
Just one Revolution player is included, as Taylor Twellman retains his place in the squad, following his return to international duty ... Read More
USA clinch Algarve Cup glory
March 15, 2007
Goals from Kristine Lilly and Carli Lloyd were enough to give the USA victory in the Algarve Cup Final, as Greg Ryan’s side outplayed the Danes to win the tournament for the fifth time.
Lilly put the USA ahead in the twelfth minute when she took a through ball from Abby Wambach in stride ... Read More
Twellman leads Revs romp
March 14, 2007
Revolution 7-0 Inter Playa Del Carmen
Taylor Twellman scored four times as the Revs romped to an easy win over their opponents from the Mexican second division, although the gloss was taken off the evening’s work somewhat by the sendings off of Jeff Larentowicz for two bookable ... Read More
USA into Algarve final
March 13, 2007
USA 3-2 Sweden
Two goals from Abby Wambach and a third strike in as many games gave the USA the win over Sweden it needed to advance to the final of the Algarve Cup.
Going into the game, each side had six points but, with Sweden boasting a greater goal difference, Greg Ryan’s side ... Read More
Injured Noonan and Parkhurst head home
March 13, 2007
The Revolution have suffered a double injury blow during their pre-season training camp in Cancun, with Pat Noonan and Michael Parkhurst both returning to New England early for treatment on groin and shoulder problems respectively.
Noonan complained of soreness in his left groin and ... Read More
Lloyd comes good again for USA
March 10, 2007
USA 1-0 Finland
Carli Lloyd was the USA match-winner for the second straight game as the midfielder’s third international goal was all Greg Ryan’s side needed to defeat Finland and give the Americans their second win in the Algarve Cup.
Lloyd entered the game as one of three changes ... Read More
Happy Revs ready for Cancun camp By Andrew Hush
March 8, 2007
The Revolution fly to Cancun, Mexico, on Thursday morning for an eight-day training camp, during which they will play two games against teams from Mexico’s Segunda División. On Tuesday 13 March, the Revs will face Inter Playa del Carmen, before taking on Pioneros de Cancun two days ... Read More
Lilly leads USA to opening Algarve win
March 7, 2007
USA 2-1 China
Goals from Kristine Lilly and Carli Lloyd gave the USA a 2-1 win over China in the opening game for both sides in the 2007 Algarve Cup.
The USA went ahead in the nineteenth minute when Cat Whitehill’s found Abby Wambach at the edge of the six-yard box. Chinese ... Read More
Revs sign developmental quintet
March 7, 2007
The Revolution announced on Wednesday that it has added four players to its developmental roster, after forward Adam Cristman, defender Gary Flood, goalkeeper Brad Knighton and forward Chris Loftus signed with MLS to play for the Revs. Additionally, midfielder Miguel Gonzalez has re-signed to ... Read More
USA to play Gold Cup game at Gillette (on natural grass)
March 6, 2007
The USA will play El Salvador at Gillette Stadium in CONCACAF Gold Cup Group B play on Tuesday 12 June. The game will kick off at 7pm and will form the first part of a double-header, which will also feature Trinidad and Tobago taking on Guatemala at 9pm.
Gillette will also be the venue for ... Read More
Johnson looks for foreign chance
March 6, 2007
Ryan Johnson, a native of Melrose, MA, looks set to pursue a career overseas after he failed to reach an agreement over a new contract with MLS.
After a standout career at Oregon State University, Johnson was drafted by Real Salt Lake with the 26th pick of the 2006 SuperDraft, only to be ... Read More
Busy Parkhurst ready for new season By Andrew Hush
March 3, 2007
On and off the field, Michael Parkhurst has a spring in his step. Following a busy off-season that saw the 23-year-old defender make trips to England with a Generation Adidas squad and California for his first experience of national team duty, Parkhurst took an even bigger step in his personal ... Read More
Local company buys into English club
March 2, 2007
A Massachusetts company has bought into English club, Millwall. Chestnut Hill Ventures, which is based in Wellesley Hills, has invested ₤5m (approximately $9.72m) in the south London club, which is currently lying fourteenth in League One, two divisions below the Premier League.
The ... Read More
Smith heads for Faroes
March 1, 2007
Kareem Smith, a Massachusetts native who played for Boston Aztec and the Cape Cod Crusaders, has agreed to sign with Faroe Islands side, KÍ Klaksvík FC.
The native of Hyde Park joined the Aztecs in mid-December, and recorded three assists as a fullback. He departs for Europe just before ... Read More
Hamm and Foudy to be inducted into Hall of Fame
February 28, 2007
The National Soccer Hall of Fame’s Class of 2007 will be an all-girl affair after it was announced that two-time Olympic gold medalists and two-time World Cup champions, Mia Hamm and Julie Foudy, will be the inducted in August.
Hamm was selected on 137 of the 141 ballots cast, setting a new ... Read More
Revolution continue pre-season at home By Andrew Hush
February 28, 2007
After spending last week in Bermuda, the Revolution continued their preparation for the 2007 season on Tuesday inside the Dana-Farber Fieldhouse at Gillette Stadium.
Steve Nicol’s squad was in good spirits upon its return to New England, following a training camp which was supplemented by ... Read More
Revs see off Galaxy
February 23, 2007
New England Revolution 3-1 Los Angeles Galaxy
The Revolution picked up their second win of their pre-season trip to Bermuda on Thursday night when they saw off the Los Angeles Galaxy at the national stadium in Bermuda.
Two goals in a five-minute first half spell put New England ... Read More
Algarve Cup squad named
February 23, 2007
Women’s national team head coach, Greg Ryan, has named a roster of twenty players for the 2007 Algarve Cup, which will be held from 7-14 March in southern Portugal.
Recalled to the squad is former Boston Renegades star, Shannon Boxx, who has recovered from ACL surgery:
“I’m just excited ... Read More
Christman at the double but USA held again
February 23, 2007
Rosso Kumamoto 2-2 USA Under-23s
Despite two goals from Revolution draft pick, Adam Christman, a late fightback by Rosso Kumamoto meant that the USA Under-23s had to settle for a second consecutive tie to round out their week-long visit to Japan.
Christman put the USA ahead in ... Read More
Full-time officials program announced
February 22, 2007
In a move designed to continue the growth and progress of officiating, US Soccer has established a program to employ full-time referees for the first time in the organization's 95-year history.
Jair Marrufo, Ricardo Salazar, Baldomero Toledo and Terry Vaughn will become full-time referees, ... Read More
Revs late show secures Bermuda win
February 21, 2007
Bermuda 1-3 New England Revolution
Two late goals gave the Revolution victory over the Bermuda national team on Tuesday evening, in New England’s first game of the 2007 pre-season.
In a game that saw Steve Nicol give playing time to 23 players, Andy Dorman powered home a cross ... Read More
Dorman ready for next test By Andrew Hush
February 19, 2007
Losing Clint Dempsey and Jose Cancela took from the Revolution arguably their two most creative midfielders. Fortunately for Steve Nicol’s side, in Andy Dorman, New England has a player who is more than ready to fill the void left by the departed duo.
That is not to say that Dorman, the ... Read More
Revs pair in Japan with U-23s
February 19, 2007
The Revolution duo of Ryan Solle and Adam Christman are in Japan this week as part of the USA’s Under-23 team eighteen-man tour party. Bob Bradley’s side will play two games during the week-long trip as part of the side’s continued preparation for the 2008 Olympics.
Last week, the U-23s ... Read More
Revs jet off to Bermuda By Andrew Hush
February 16, 2007
The Revolution left behind the frozen tundra of New England on Friday morning when they flew to Bermuda for a pre-season training camp.
Steve Nicol’s squad have spent the last two weeks practicing indoors and though the Revs coach is pleased to have had his team together, he is excited to ... Read More
Revs give trial to Peruvian forward By Andrew Hush
February 15, 2007
Soccer New England has learned that the Revolution have invited Jorge Eduardo Ramirez Tabacchi, a Peruvian forward who is more commonly known as Jorge Ramirez, to their pre-season training camp in Bermuda, for which the side leave on Friday morning.
Commenting on Ramirez on Thursday ... Read More
Algarve Cup preparations begin
February 14, 2007
Following their victory at last month’s Four Nations Tournament in China, the USA’s women will reassemble today in California for a week-long training camp, which will mark the start of preparation for next March’s Algarve Cup in Portugal.
The USA will open the tournament on 7 March in ... Read More
Revs announce exclusive TV deal
February 14, 2007
The Revolution has announced details of a two-year, exclusive television rights agreement that makes TV38 (WSBK-TV) the team’s only regional television broadcast partner in the Boston market.
TV38 will feature 22 Revs regular season games this season, beginning with New England’s season ... Read More
USA learn Copa America opponents
February 14, 2007
The USA will open the 2007 Copa America against Argentina on Thursday 28 June before playing Colombia on 2 July and Paraguay three days later, it was announced on Wednesday. The tournament will feature twelve teams playing in nine Venezuelan cities between 26 June and 15 July.
Host nation, ... Read More
John's journey stalls By Andrew Hush
February 13, 2007
Avery John packed as much into 2006 as some professional players experience in a career. The Trinidad and Tobago international began the year on the periphery of the Revolution first team and played in more games for his country than his club, as part of the Soca Warriors World Cup squad. ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Joseph next to sign?
February 13, 2007
Having locked up several key components – messrs Twellman, Noonan, Hernandez and Franchino – of his squad for the foreseeable future, Steve Nicol spoke on Monday of his wish to reach a similar agreement with Shalrie Joseph.
The Grenadian international has been the subject of sustained ... Read More
Revs stars to attend local fundraisers
February 12, 2007
Members of the Revolution will be present tonight at two separate fund-raising events in Boston.
Michael Parkhurst, Joe Franchino, Jay Heaps, Marshall Leonard and James Riley will be at the Park Plaza Hotel to take part in this year's MDA Muscle Team Boston event. The event involves a ... Read More
Twellman signs new deal with MLS
February 12, 2007
The Revolution has confirmed that Taylor Twellman has signed a long-term contract extension with MLS. Per league and team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed, though it is understood that Twellman will earn up to $300,000 per year.
The 2007 season will be Twellman’s sixth in with ... Read More
Bradley names local names in U-23 squad
February 10, 2007
Revolution duo, Ryan Solle and Adam Christman, have been included in the USA Under-23 squad for a training camp at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA, which begins this weekend. Bob Bradley’s side will train on the west coast for a week before departing for a two-match tour of Japan.
Also ... Read More
Rapids announce Arsenal link-up
February 10, 2007
The Colorado Rapids have announced a commercial alliance with English Premier League side, Arsenal. The agreement will see the establishment of a Center of Excellence at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, the brand new home of the Rapids.
The development of the Arsenal Cup, a club tournament that ... Read More
'Countdown to Kickoff' with the Revolution
February 9, 2007
The Revolution has announced details of its ‘Countdown to Kickoff’ Tour, a series of four interactive, fan-friendly events to be held throughout the region ahead of the side’s home opener against Toronto FC on 14 April.
The tour will make stops at the Mansfield SportsPlex in Mansfield, MA ... Read More
Keeper to train with Revs
February 8, 2007
Following his performance at the recent invitation-only tryout, Brad Knighton (left) has been invited to train with the Revolution next week. The former UNC-Wilmington goalkeeper will join up with the Revs at their training base in Fore Kicks, MA.
Knighton is a native of Richmond, VA and ... Read More
Brown to stay in Europe, while Casey leaves
February 8, 2007
Former Revolution goalkeeper, Adin Brown, has signed a fresh deal with Aalesund FK that will see him stay with the Norwegian side until 2009.
Brown has been the subject of interest from several other Scandanavian clubs, but has decided to continue with the promoted Tangoshirts.
"I'm ... Read More
Opportunist USA beat Mexico again
February 8, 2007
The USA relied on stout defense and predatory instincts on the break to overcome Mexico on Wednesday evening in front of a sellout 62,462 crowd in Glendale, AZ.
Goals from Jimmy Conrad and Landon Donovan at either end of the second half gave Bob Bradley his second consecutive win since ... Read More
2007 Revolution Schedule
February 7, 2007
The 2007 regular season schedule was released on Tuesday morning … and Revolution fans will be pleased to see that ‘Beckhamania’ will come to Gillette Stadium on Sunday 12 August for a primetime 7pm game.
Beckham is set to make his Galaxy debut on 4 July when LA host the Chicago Fire. As ... Read More
Twellman hoping for USA chance
February 7, 2007
In front of a sellout crowd of over 60,000 at The University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, AZ, tonight, the USA will play against arch rival Mexico as interim head coach, Bob Bradley, looks to maintain his winning start in the nation’s top job.
Following last month’s 3-1 win over Denmark, ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Thompson pleased to get started
February 6, 2007
It’s quite possible that Wells Thompson has not stopped smiling since his was the fifth name called in January’s SuperDraft. While the veterans Revs looked to escape the opening day of pre-season as quickly as possible, the rookie out of Wake Forest was beaming after his first session with his ... Read More
Konopka on trial with Charlton
February 6, 2007
Former Providence College goalkeeper, Chris Konopka, is currently in London for a trial with esteemed English Premier League side, Charlton Athletic. The 6’5", 215lb netminder was a guest of the Addicks on Saturday afternoon as Charlton hosted Chelsea at The Valley.
Konopka is expected to ... Read More
Revs kick off pre-season By Andrew Hush
February 6, 2007
The Revolution opened up pre-season training on Monday morning at Fore Kicks in Norfolk, MA. Steve Nicol welcomed a good number of his squad into camp and expects to have the remainder on board by the end of the week. Absentees on the first day included Shalrie Joseph, Daniel Hernandez, Joe ... Read More
Ireland and Scotland heading to Gillette Stadium?
February 4, 2007
The Republic of Ireland will play Bolivia at Gillette Stadium on Saturday 26 May, the FAI has announced. However, Kraft Soccer has said the game is not scheduled at this time.
Steve Staunton's side will head to ... Read More
Tryout shows little to Revolution coaches By Andrew Hush
February 3, 2007
The Revolution conducted an invitation-only tryout in the Dana-Farber Fieldhouse at Gillette Stadium on Friday night, as a handful of selected players were given the chance to impress Steve Nicol and the other New England coaches.
In truth, the standard on display was unimpressive, with none ... Read More
Bradley calls on European quartet
February 2, 2007
Bob Bradley has named a twenty-man roster for next Wednesday’s international friendly between the USA and Mexico.
Despite having previously stated that he planned to call up eight overseas-based players, Bradley has remained largely loyal to the core of MLS players that were involved in ... Read More
Revolution readying for pre-season By Andrew Hush
February 2, 2007
The long road back to MLS Cup begins for the Revolution this weekend, as Steve Nicol’s squad reports for entrance physicals on Sunday and commences pre-season training the following day.
Before the current members of the roster get to work, however, young hopefuls will convene inside the ... Read More
USA continue to prepare for Mexico test
February 1, 2007
It may only be a friendly but next Wednesday’s international between the USA and Mexico in Glendale, AZ, is shaping up to be a true test of Bob Bradley’s side.
With over 40,000 tickets already sold, a large crowd is set to witness the latest encounter between the two great rivals, as the USA ... Read More
Johann Smith signs Carlisle loan deal
January 31, 2007
Connecticut native, Johann Smith, has signed for League One side, Carlisle United, on loan from Bolton Wanderers, until the end of the English season in May.
Smith, who recently represented the USA’s Under-20s as they successfully qualified for this summer’s FIFA World Youth Cup, was ... Read More
USA ladies to face Mexico in Foxboro
January 31, 2007
US Soccer announced on Wednesday that Mexico will be the opponents of the USA’s women at Gillette Stadium on Saturday 14 April. The match, which kicks off at 5pm, will be followed at 7:30pm by the Revolution’s home opener against Toronto FC.
The USA will be playing their first match in the ... Read More
Ladies clinch Four Nations glory
January 30, 2007
China 0-2 USA
Goals on either side of half-time from Lori Chalupny and Natasha Kai gave the USA victory over China and, following Germany’s goalless draw with England, secured the Four Nations Tournament title for Greg Ryan’s side.
Chalupny’s goal came at the end of a first half ... Read More
New US Open Cup structure revealed
January 30, 2007
The details for the new format of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup were announced on Monday. A total of 40 teams, including 24 professional and sixteen amateur clubs, will compete in the 2007 version of the competition when it kicks off in June for the 94th consecutive year.
With a busy summer ... Read More
USA held by England
January 28, 2007
USA 1-1 England
Goals were tough to come by on the second match day of the Four Nations Tournament as the USA drew 1-1 with England, while hosts China tied Germany, 0-0. The combination of results means the USA is still alive for the tournament championship, but must beat China by a ... Read More
USA held by Germany in opening game
January 26, 2007
USA 0-0 Germany
A USA side that featured youth and experience in almost equal measure battled to a goalless tie against Germany, as the the world’s top two women’s sides played an evenly-contested encounter in the opening game of the 2007 Four Nations Tournament in China.
“On the ... Read More
Gillett interested in Liverpool?
January 26, 2007
Former Amherst College student, George Gillett, could be poised to launch a takeover bid for English Premier League side, Liverpool.
Gillett, who founded Booth Creek Holdings in 1996, which incorporates a number of ski resorts, including Loon, Waterville valley and Cranmore in New Hampshire, ... Read More
National Paralympic team to hold tryouts
January 25, 2007
The US Paralympic Soccer Team will host an open tryout on from 16-18 February at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA.
The three-day tryout will precede the team’s first camp of the year. The upcoming year is shaping up to be a busy one for the team, with the squad competing in the ... Read More
Ladies preparing for China tournament
January 24, 2007
The USA’s women have been encamped for almost a week in Guangzhou, China, in preparation for the 2007 Four Nations Tournament which, for Greg Ryan’s side, begins on Friday against Germany
Following their encounter with the current World Cup holders, the USA will face England two days later ... Read More
Twellman returns to national team fold
January 24, 2007
A trio of Revolution players has been included in the USA squad for its upcoming training camp, which will prepare the side for its friendly against Mexico on 7 February.
Matt Reis, who won his second cap in last week’s 3-1 over Denmark, is one of four goalkeepers, while Michael Parkhurst ... Read More
Revs re-sign Leonard and Warren
January 23, 2007
The Revolution announced on Tuesday that the club has re-signed Marshall Leonard and Doug Warren. Meanwhile, TJ Tomasso has left the team. Additionally, Jeff Larentowicz has been elevated to the team’s eighteen-man senior roster. The Revs also announced that Wayne Penniman has been hired as ... Read More
Dempsey pleased with Fulham debut
January 23, 2007
Clint Dempsey made an instant impact on his English Premier League debut for Fulham on Saturday when he played a part in his new side’s goal within two minutes of coming on as a substitute late in the second half.
Despite only arriving back in England late in the week from the USA and ... Read More
Debutants hand Bradley opening game win
January 20, 2007
USA 3-1 Denmark
Bob Bradley said during the week that his chances of having the ‘interim’ tag removed form his title as USA head coach would be greatly enhanced by his side winning games. On Saturday at the Home Depot Center, the man in charge of the national team thanked two men he ... Read More
Bradley's reign begins with Danes
January 20, 2007
The Bob Bradley era begins today as the USA sees its first action since last June’s World Cup. Bradley’s men will take on Denmark in a friendly at the Home Depot Center, in the first of four matches scheduled for the opening three months of the year.
On 7 February, Bradley will get his ... Read More
Under-20s held by Guatemala
January 20, 2007
The USA Under-20s were held to a scoreless tie by Guatemala in their second match of the final qualifying tournament for the FIFA World Youth Championships.
Despite out-shooting their opponents, 10-4, Thomas Rongen’s side could not make the breakthrough and must now avoid defeat on Sunday ... Read More
Revs add three more to roster
January 19, 2007
The Revolution added three players to their 2007 roster in Thursday’s Supplemental Draft. Joining the Revs are Clemson goalkeeper, Phil Marfuggi, Hofstra defender, Gary Flood, and Duke midfielder/forward, Chris Loftus. The Revolution elected not to use their fourth-round pick.
Marfuggi ... Read More
Local trio drafted by MLS
January 19, 2007
Three stars from local colleges were picked up by MLS teams in Thursday’s Supplemental Draft:
Zach Kirby (Boston University): The Georgian was selected by the Los Angeles Galaxy in the second round. A central defender, Kirby is set to learn his trade from one of the country’s finest ... Read More
Ladies headline Hall of Fame ballot
January 19, 2007
Names from the golden age of women’s soccer dominate the 2007 ballot for induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
Two-time World Champions and Olympic Gold Medalists, Joy Fawcett, Julie Foudy, and Mia Hamm headline the list of newly eligible names and the trio are joined by 1999 ... Read More
2007 MLS Supplemental Draft
January 19, 2007
FIRST ROUND
1 - Toronto - Jarrod Smith (West Virginia)
2 - Chivas - Desmond Brooks (St. Mary’s)
3 - Kansas City - Aaron Hohlbein (Wisconsin)
4 - Colorado - John DiRaimondo (Saint Louis)
5 - Los Angeles - Steve Purdy (California)
6 - New York - Randi Patterson ... Read More
Talent available in Supplemental Draft By Andrew Hush
January 18, 2007
Today sees the opportunity for MLS sides to fill out their rosters as the best players not to be selected in last week’s SuperDraft go up for grabs in the Supplemental Draft.
The Revolution have four picks in all, with the penultimate selection in each round. Following Steve Nicol’s ... Read More
Former Revs coach David Vanole passes away
January 17, 2007
David Vanole, the Revolution’s goalkeeper coach from June 2004 to July 2006, died on Tuesday at the age of 43.
While on a skiing vacation in Utah with his wife, Kerry Tatlock, Vanole complained of not feeling well and saw a doctor in Salt Lake City. At dinner later on the same day, Vanole ... Read More
Is Beckham's arrival the answer or the question? By Andrew Hush
January 17, 2007
Now that the dust has settled and the bunting has been taken down, the decision of David Beckham to join the Los Angeles Galaxy can be examined in a more balanced manner. The response of the masses to last Friday’s announcement that the Beckham brand was heading state-side was pretty ... Read More
Markgraf to skipper USA in China
January 16, 2007
Following the completion of a five-day training camp in California, women’s national team head coach, Greg Ryan, has named a 20-player roster for the 2007 Four Nations Tournament, which will be held in Guangzhou, China, from 26-30 January.
The Americans open their tournament on 26 January ... Read More
SuperLiga to kick off in July
January 15, 2007
In a joint announcement on Saturday, MLS and the Mexican football federation revealed plans for the inaugural SuperLiga, a club tournament that will feature sides from each country playing against each other.
Eight clubs – four each from the top flight leagues of the United States and ... Read More
Gonsalves pleased to be heading home
January 15, 2007
When a bout of mononucleosis prevented him from participating in the MLS combine, Rhode Island University’s Jeffrey Gonsalves might have feared he had missed his last chance to impress potential future employers. Fortunately, for him, his hometown club had already seen enough.
Gonsalves ... Read More
What he said ... Steve Nicol's SuperDraft reaction
January 12, 2007
Steve Nicol
On the Revs’ 2007 draft class:
“We’re very happy, very pleased. We’ve picked guys we like and we think a lot of them. The one thing that sticks in my head that we have now is that the guys we have, the experienced guys, report to start the season, they’re ... Read More
MLS SuperDraft 2007
January 12, 2007
FIRST ROUND
1 - Toronto - Maurice Edu (Maryland)
2 - Chicago (From Columbus) - Bakary Soumare (Virginia)
3 - Kansas City - Michael Harrington (North Carolina)
4 - Real Salt Lake - Chris Seitz (Maryland)
5 - New England (from Los ... Read More
What they said ... Comments from the newest Revs
January 12, 2007
Wells Thompson – First Round (Fifth overall)
“I’m excited to join a team that just went to the MLS Cup final the last two years. I’ll come in and try to make an impact in my first season, and hopefully I’ll be able to help the team win a Cup in 2007. Michael Parkhurst and ... Read More
Revs pick up six in SuperDraft By Andrew Hush in Indianapolis
January 12, 2007
It was an exciting day at the MLS SuperDraft, with the Revolution active from start to finish. Steve Nicol left Indianapolis having secured the services of six new players, including four representatives of the ACC, one outstanding youth international and another overseas star from a ... Read More
SuperDraft 07: What will the Revs do? One man’s view By Andrew Hush in Indianapolis
January 11, 2007
First, here’s my caveat. I probably wouldn’t need all my fingers and toes to count all of the potential draftees I have seen play live. I wasn’t at the Combine and have relied on the opinions of those that were to gauge who could be going when and to whom. Furthermore, as nicely as I have asked ... Read More
Nicol hoping for SuperDraft success By Andrew Hush
January 11, 2007
Steve Nicol heads to Indianapolis today for the 2007 MLS SuperDraft hoping to rediscover his golden touch when it comes to selecting rookies for his Revolution squad.
In his first three drafts, Nicol amassed an impressive collection of talent. In 2003, Pat Noonan was taken with the ninth ... Read More
Colaluca set to head New England draftees By Andrew Hush in Indianapolis
January 11, 2007
A number of players with New England links are hoping their name will be called in this year’s SuperDraft. Rhode Island’s Nico Colaluca is set to be the most in-demand of the local names, having foregone his senior year at the University of Virginia to join this year’s Generation Adidas class. ... Read More
Fulham confirm Dempsey signing
January 11, 2007
After his work permit was granted yesterday, Clint Dempsey’s transfer to Fulham has been confirmed by the English club. The former Revolution midfielder has signed a ‘long-term’ deal with the EPL side and spoke of his delight at finally securing the move.
“I’m real happy that everything has ... Read More
Beckham to sign with Galaxy
January 11, 2007
After months of speculation, the ‘Beckham rule’ finally has its number one target. David Beckham, the global superstar of Manchester United, Real Madrid and England fame, has agreed to sign a five-year contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy, which could net the 31-yaer-old a reported $250m. ... Read More
Dempsey leaves many happy memories By Andrew Hush
January 10, 2007
Almost three years to the day since he was selected with the eighth pick in the MLS SuperDraft, New England is a thing of the past for Clint Dempsey, who has made the switch from the Revolution to English Premier League side, Fulham. The 23-year-old completed his move following Fulham’s ... Read More
Dempsey work permit approved By Andrew Hush
January 10, 2007
Clint Dempsey has been granted a work permit and has completed his $4m move to English Premier League side, Fulham. An official announcement is expected soon from the English club.
“We’re pleased this opportunity worked out for Clint. We wish him nothing but the best as he heads to the ... Read More
Draft board looks tough to predict By Andrew Hush
January 9, 2007
With the 2007 MLS SuperDraft now just three days away, coaches from across the league were in Florida over the weekend, running the rule over this year’s class ahead of Friday’s selection in Indianapolis. In temperatures that, at times, hit ninety degrees, the wannabee professionals, several of ... Read More
Dempsey and Fulham waiting for work permit By Andrew Hush
January 8, 2007
Clint Dempsey will discover on Wednesday whether he will be granted a work permit, which would enable him to complete his $4m move to English Premier League side, Fulham.
When contacted by Soccer New England last week, the British Home Office would not comment on the status of ... Read More
SuperDraft Order announced
January 5, 2007
MLS has announced the order for the 2007 SuperDraft, which will be held on Friday 12 January in Indianapolis, IN.
As things currently stand, the Revolution will have the twelfth overall pick, as well as picks 25, 38 and 51. MLS new boys, Toronto FC, hold the first overall ... Read More
Colaluca ready to take pro chance By Joyce Furia
January 4, 2007
Nico Colaluca has been described by his college coach, the University of Virginia’s George Geinovatch, as ‘(maybe) … the most talented player in college soccer’. Starting today, the Coventry, RI, native will seek to prove that he has what it takes at the professional level in the MLS Combine. ... Read More
USA set for training camp
January 3, 2007
Bob Bradley will take charge of the USA for the first time on Thursday when the national team kicks off its January training camp at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA.
A 28-man squad will begin preparing for the USA’s upcoming international friendlies against Demark (20 January) and Mexico ... Read More
Combine set to get underway
January 3, 2007
The final list of participants for the 2007 adidas MLS Player Combine, which begins on Thursday, has been announced. More than 60 young hopefuls will be divided into four teams that will compete against each other in games coached by prominent NCAA coaches, including Brown’s Mike Noonan and ... Read More
Keegan makes 'Well debut
January 2, 2007
Former Boston College and Revolution player, Paul Keegan, made his debut for Scottish Premier League club, Motherwell, on Tuesday.
The 33-year-old midfielder, who has signed an eighteen-month contract with the Fir Park side, entered the game against Rangers as an 82nd minute substitute but ... Read More
Weimer called up to USA camp
January 2, 2007
US women’s coach, Greg Ryan, has announced a squad of 28 players that will participate in a five-day training camp at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA.
The camp precedes the USA’s trip to China for the 2007 Four Nations Tournament, to which Ryan will take a twenty-player roster. The ... Read More
John set to be a loan Ranger? By Andrew Hush
January 1, 2007
Avery John’s proposed move to English Championship side, Queen’s Park Rangers, has hit a snag, Soccer New England has learned.
It is understood that QPR were originally keen to offer John a long term deal. However, MLS has exercised the option they held on the 31-year-old for 2007. ... Read More
Revs re-sign Franchino and Noonan By Andrew Hush
December 28, 2006
An official announcement has confirmed that the Revolution have re-signed club captain, Joe Franchino, and forward, Pat Noonan.
The news that Franchino and Noonan have committed their immediate futures to the Revs comes less than a week after Daniel Hernandez also agreed to return to ... Read More
Lilly wins Player of the Year; Dempsey misses out
December 27, 2006
Following a sensational body of work in 2006, Kristine Lilly has been named US Soccer’s Female Athlete of the Year. It is the third time the New Englander, who recently took second place in the FIFA World Player of the Year voting, has won the award, following previous triumphs in 1993 and 2005. ... Read More
Hernandez inks new Revs deal By Andrew Hush
December 23, 2006
The New England Revolution confirmed on Friday that Daniel Hernandez has re-signed with the club for the 2007 season.
The 30-year-old had been linked with a move to Mexico in recent weeks but it is understood that Hernandez will be back in a Revs uniform next season. Precise details of the ... Read More
Williams to coach Revs keepers
December 23, 2006
The Revolution announced on Friday that Gwynne Williams is to join the club’s staff as its new goalkeeping coach. Williams take a role which has been vaacnt since Dave Vanole left the position in July.
Williams joins the Revolution coaching staff after eleven seasons on the staff of NAIA ... Read More
Ladies head to China again
December 23, 2006
The USA’s women will open its 2007 schedule by participating in the annual Four Nations Tournament in China at the end of January.
The four-team, round-robin competition will feature four teams - USA, Germany, China and England - that will compete in the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup, which ... Read More
Davies completes Hammarby deal
December 22, 2006
Charlie Davies has completed his move to Hammarby, the Swedish side confirmed on its website on Friday morning.
Though details of his contract have not been confirmed, it is believed that Davies, 20, has signed ... Read More
Twellman out of USA camp
December 21, 2006
Taylor Twellman has declined an invitation to the USA’s forthcoming training camp, having failed to recover sufficiently from hernia surgery, which he underwent following MLS Cup in November, to return to full training.
In Twellman's place, Kansas City Wizards forward, Eddie Johnson, has ... Read More
Soehn in at DC as Nowak goes national
December 21, 2006
One of the Revolution’s main Eastern Conference rivals will have a new man at the helm next season after it was confirmed that Tom Soehn will take charge at DC United, following Peter Nowak’s decision to accept an offer to assist Bob Bradley with the USA national team.
Soehn graduates to ... Read More
Parkhurst hoping call leads to caps By Andrew Hush
December 20, 2006
Anyone who has seen the way Michael Parkhurst handles himself on and off the field will not be surprised to hear that the Revolution defender took the news of his call-up to the USA squad for the national team’s January training camp firmly in his stride.
“I had been out from doing some ... Read More
Lilly loses out in world player vote
December 19, 2006
Kristine Lilly was pipped to the FIFA World Player of the Year award on Monday, as Brazilian, Marta, took the crown at a star-studded gala in Switzerland.
Lilly finished as runner-up and, after her outstanding 2006, must now be wondering if she will ever be voted as the best female player in ... Read More
Keegan set for Motherwell deal
December 19, 2006
Former Boston College and Revolution forward, Paul Keegan, is expected to sign for Scottish Premier League side, Motherwell, in the next few days.
Keegan, who is a native of Ireland, most recently played for St. Patrick’s in the Irish Premier League. Prior to that, he had played for Bray ... Read More
Fab five earn USA calls
December 19, 2006
A quintet of current Revolution players has been named to the USA’s roster for its January training camp. Bob Bradley, the national team’s interim head coach, has selected Clint Dempsey, Michael Parkhurst, Taylor Twellman, Pat Noonan and Matt Reis for the camp, which will be held at the Home ... Read More
MLS mourns Lamar Hunt
December 14, 2006
Lamar Hunt, one of the driving forces behind the establishment of soccer in the USA, has died at the age of 74.
Hunt championed the sport for more than thirty years, from the time of his first experience in 1962 when he met his future wife, Norma, at a Shamrock Rovers game in Ireland. In ... Read More
Notebook – MLS Cup heads to DC
December 14, 2006
RFK Stadium will be the host for MLS Cup 2007. The final game of the season will be played on 18 November and will kick off at noon eastern time. It will mark the third time that RFK has hosted MLS Cup.
The move to play the league’s showpiece game in a non-soccer specific stadium marks a ... Read More
Revs announce pre-season plans
December 13, 2006
The Revolution and TNT Vacations announced plans on Wednesday for the side’s 2007 pre-season training camps. In addition to a return to Bermuda, Steve Nicol’s side will head to Cancun for its very own spring break.
The Revolution will travel to Bermuda from 16-24 February and to Cancun from ... Read More
Adu signs for Real (Salt Lake, not Madrid)
December 11, 2006
In one of the most surprising transfers in recent MLS history, Real Salt Lake has acquired Freddy Adu from DC United.
Joining the 17-year-old on the plane to Utah will be reserve goalkeeper, Nick Rimando. In return, DC will receive goalkeeper, Jay Nolly, a ‘major allocation’ and, perhaps ... Read More
Bradley steps into interim role following Klinsmann's withdrawal
December 8, 2006
Bob Bradley has been named the Interim Head Coach of the national team, US Soccer President, Sunil Gulati, announced on Friday.
Bradley steps into the role following Thursday’s withdrawal from the running of Juergen Klinsmann. Bradley will leave his current post as head coach of Chivas USA ... Read More
Young Americans romp to win
December 7, 2006
The Generation Adidas team continued its tour of England on Thursday with a comprehensive 3-0 win over Watford’s reserves.
Chicago’s Chad Barrett put the young Americans ahead in the fourteenth minute with an effort from twenty yards and was unfortunate, two minutes later, to be denied his ... Read More
Leeds trial ends for John
December 6, 2006
Avery John’s trial at Leeds United has ended with the English Championship side deciding not to pursue the possible signing of the Trinidad and Tobago international any further, according to his agent, Patrick McCabe.
John’s trial began on 29 November and saw him feature in a ... Read More
Generation Adidas side follows opening game win with defeat
December 5, 2006
A Generation Adidas team, featuring Michael Parkhurst and Willie Sims, has experienced mixed fortunes in its opening two games in England this week.
On Monday, goals from Colorado’s Jacob Peterson and David Arvizu of the New York Red Bulls helped the Sigi Schmid-coached side to a 2-0 win ... Read More
Rebuilding process is a slow one for Revolution By Andrew Hush
December 5, 2006
With the 2007 MLS SuperDraft just over five weeks away, Revolution coach, Steve Nicol, was in Saint Louis at the weekend at the Men’s College Cup, where he witnessed Santa Barbara take the national championship back to the west coast with a 2-1 victory over another of the University of ... Read More
Revs open in Chicago; play Toronto in home opener
December 5, 2006
The Revolution will open the 2007 season on the road at the Chicago Fire on 7 April (8:30pm ET), before returning home to open their Gillette Stadium campaign against Toronto FC one week later.
New England are no strangers to the Fire, having played Dave Sarachan's side on seven different ... Read More
Scratching the surface issue: Award of Gold Cup games raises questions By Andrew Hush
December 1, 2006
Gillette Stadium has been awarded two match days during the 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup, but the tournament organizers and Kraft Soccer appear to have differing views as to what playing surface will be in use for the June events, which will see a group stage doubleheader followed by back-to-back ... Read More
Parkhurst and Sims set for England trip
November 30, 2006
The Revolution’s Michael Parkhurst and Willie Sims are among the squad of recent Generation Adidas players that will travel to England on Friday for a ten-day tour, on which they will play four games and also attend a number of live matches. The twenty man squad will be coached by Columbus Crew ... Read More
Lilly in line for top FIFA award
November 30, 2006
Kristine Lilly is one of the three finalists for the 2006 FIFA World Player of the Year award. The USA captain, who was born in Wilton, CT and now lives in Brookline, MA, is joined in the final trio by Brazilian star, Marta, and the German playmaker Renate Lingor. The winners will be announced ... Read More
Lilly leads NE trio of US Soccer award candidates
November 30, 2006
The finalists for the US Soccer Athlete of the Year Awards have been announced by the sport’s governing body and three athletes with New England links are in the running for the prestigious awards.
A candidate for the women’s award, 35-year-old Kristine Lilly might just be getting better. ... Read More
John continues Leeds trial; joined by Martino By Andrew Hush
November 30, 2006
Avery John’s trial with English Championship side, Leeds United, continued on Wednesday when he played in a behind-closed-doors reserve team friendly against Middlesbrough at the Yorkshire club’s training ground.
John, 31, was a member of the Trinidad and Tobago squad that played in its ... Read More
Gold Cup coming to New England again
November 29, 2006
An announcement on Thursday is expected to confirm that Gillette Stadium will be one of the venues for the 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
CONCACAF General Secretary, Chuck Blazer, will unveil the cities and stadiums that will host the event, which is scheduled to be held from 6-24 June and will ... Read More
Combine participants named
November 29, 2006
MLS today released the initial list of participants for the 2007 Player Combine. Among the 58 college seniors that have been invited to the four day event in Fort Lauderdale, FL, in January are several men with New England links.
In addition to those players named today, further additions to ... Read More
Onalfo hopes to work magic with Wizards
November 28, 2006
Kansas City Wizards have announced that Curt Onalfo will be the franchise’s third head coach. Most recently an assistant to Bruce Arena for the USA during the World Cup, Onalfo has coaching and playing experience at every level from youth soccer to world-class competitions.
"I am both ... Read More
Revolution decline Abundis option
November 27, 2006
Jose Manuel Abundis will not return to the Revolution in 2007 following the decision of the club not to exercise its option on the 33-year-old striker. It has been speculated that Abundis will return to his native Mexico to play for Querétaro FC of the Primera División 'A' Mexicana.
During ... Read More
Lilly the hero yet again
November 27, 2006
Kristine Lilly’s 120th minute penalty gave the USA a 2-1 overtime win over Canada in the final of the CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup on Sunday evening at The Home Depot Center.
The game-winner was well-earned for a USA side that dominated overtime, out-shooting Canada 10-1. For the match, Greg ... Read More
Revs Trio attracting overseas interest
November 27, 2006
Fulham manager, Chris Coleman, confirmed this weekend that he continues to be keen on signing Clint Dempsey. Coleman watched the Revolution man on a number of occasions in recent months and, with the transfer window set to open in January, is keen to boost his squad:
“There are funds ... Read More
Smith helps Bermuda qualify
November 25, 2006
Khano Smith played the full ninety minutes as Bermuda tied with Barbados, 1-1, in the Digicel Cup. With the draw, both teams advance to the final qualifying round of the CONCACAF tournament and are a step closer to the 2007 Gold Cup.
Following the fourth-minute expulsion of Bermuda ... Read More
Wambach the hero as ladies advance
November 23, 2006
Abby Wambach scored goals on either side of half-time to secure a comfortable win for the USA over Mexico in the semi-final of the CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup at The Home Depot Center. As well as setting Greg Ryan’s side a Sunday date with Canada in the tournament final, the victory also earned ... Read More
Much to consider for Davies By Andrew Hush
November 22, 2006
One of the best young players to come out of New England for many years, Charlie Davies, will have much on his mind as he sits down to eat his Thanksgiving dinner. The now former Boston College striker has opted out of his final two years at the Chestnut Hill school; that much is certain. Where ... Read More
Davies quits BC to pursue professional dream By Andrew Hush
November 21, 2006
Charlie Davies has left Boston College and is now mulling over a number of offers to pursue a professional career, Soccer New England has learned.
Davies, who is a native of Manchester, NH, and a former student at Brooks School in Andover, MA, has signed with agent Lyle Yorks of ... Read More
2006 Revs already a thing of the past By Andrew Hush
November 17, 2006
Many of the players of the 2006 New England Revolution were at Gillette Stadium on Thursday morning to undergo end-of-season physicals and clean out their lockers.
For some, such as the waived quartet of Danny Wynn, Jani Galik, Pat Haggerty and Adam Williamson, it would be the final time ... Read More
Joseph 'Bhoy-ed' by Celtic Interest By Andrew Hush
November 17, 2006
Following the disclosure from Celtic Chief Executive, Peter Lawell, that the club remain keen to sign him, Shalrie Joseph admitted on Thursday that he is flattered to once again be linked with the Scottish champions.
However, having been disappointed in the summer when a reported bid of $1.9m ... Read More
Toronto take Cancela in expansion draft By Andrew Hush
November 17, 2006
Jose Cancela is a Rev no more after the native of Uruguay was selected in the Toronto FC Expansion Draft. Cancela appeared in 84 games, starting 73, for the Revs after signing with the club on 22 July 2003 as a Discovery Player.
Cancela scored six goals and ranks third in club history with ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Joseph, Dempsey again linked with British clubs By Andrew Hush
November 16, 2006
Speaking on the ‘Fox Football Fone-In’ on Wednesday night, Peter Lawell, the Chief Executive of Scottish giants, Celtic, confirmed that the club will once again attempt to sign Shalrie Joseph in the forthcoming January transfer window. ... Read More
Martino to go Dutch?
November 15, 2006
Connecticut native, Kyle Martino, is currently on trial with Dutch club, NEC Nijmegen, reports Yanks Abroad. The 25-year-old is a member if the Los Angeles Galaxy, having been traded to the west coast from Columbus in the ... Read More
Hysterical Revolution criticism is unwarranted By Andrew Hush
November 15, 2006
Following the Revolution’s loss on Sunday, the haters have had a field day. The knives have been out following another Revolution failure in an MLS Cup, with Steve Nicol attracting criticism for his game-plan and in-game tactics.
It is hard to argue with the bare facts. One goal in 353 ... Read More
17 Revs exposed in Expansion Draft list By Andrew Hush
November 15, 2006
Three men who started the week in the Revolution first eleven for the MLS Cup could end it as members of the league’s newest side. Joe Franchino, Daniel Hernandez and Avery John, along with eight others, have been ‘exposed’ by New England and are therefore available to be selected by Mo Johnston ... Read More
FieldTurf is here to stay
November 15, 2006
It has been confirmed that, in 2007, the Revolution will play their home games on FieldTurf. On Tuesday, the New England Patriots announced that the natural grass surface at Gillette Stadium was to be ripped up immediately and replaced with the synthetic surface. Today, an announcement was made ... Read More
Players available in expansion draft
November 14, 2006
Chicago Fire
Bedrossian, Pascal
Brown, C.J.
Capano, Craig
Carr, Calen
Curtin, Jeff
Franks, Floyd
Griffin, Leonard
Gutierrez, Diego
Jaqua, Nate
Johnson, Ryan
Mahoney, David (GK)
Montz, Jared
Plotkin, Brian
Russolillo, Jordan
Ruud, ... Read More
Weary Revs return home empty-handed By Andrew Hush
November 13, 2006
How apt it was. The New England Revolution squad landed in Boston early on Monday afternoon to be greeted by gloomy weather and no fanfare. Meanwhile, in Houston, it was 75 degrees as the party to celebrate the Dynamo’s MLS Cup win continued.
Over the next four and a half months, until the ... Read More
What they said … Reaction from the Revs locker room
November 13, 2006
Steve Nicol
On the game …
I guess the key was losing the goal right after we had scored. That has really been our downfall. We had a couple of chances and they had a couple of chances. I really did expect us to be solid but the cross got a deflection to Ching and it ... Read More
USA names Gold Cup squad
November 13, 2006
Greg Ryan has named a twenty-player roster for the upcoming CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup, which will also serve as the qualification tournament for next year’s World Cup.
The USA will take on either Mexico or Trinidad & Tobago in one of the semi-finals at the Home Depot Center on 22 November ... Read More
Heartbroken Revs suffer cruelest loss By Andrew Hush at Pizza Hut Park
November 13, 2006
Taylor Twellman put it in the bluntest terms, which was fitting given the raw feeling amongst the Revolution squad:
“We have lost every possible way we can lose in the final. That’s my answer, I don’t know.”
I don’t know indeed. Revolution fans everywhere no doubt are thinking the same ... Read More
MLS Cup Final: Match Day Blog By Andrew Hush at Pizza Hut Park
November 13, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 Houston Dynamo (Houston won 4-3 on penalties)
5:30pm - The Revolution players are dejectedly leaving the Pizza Hut Park for the second year in a row after Pat Onstad’s save from Jay Heaps gave Houston a 4-3 win in the shootout.
Revolution penalty: Heaps - ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Heaps looked for rest before big day
November 12, 2006
When the Revolution players left the Pizza Hut Park field on Saturday afternoon, there were still some 23 hours remaining until kick-of in today’s MLS Cup. The squad was to return to the team hotel and would have dinner together. After that, the time was theirs and Jay Heaps explained how he ... Read More
Dynamo respectful of final opponent By Andrew Hush in Frisco, Texas
November 12, 2006
Houston Dynamo trained in the midday Texas sun on the Pizza Hut Park field on Saturday and met the media afterwards, at which time Dominic Kinnear discussed the challenge that New England pose:
“There are very solid all the way through, back-to-front and from side-to-side. Matt (Reis) is a ... Read More
Revolution set to banish final demons By Andrew Hush in Frisco, Texas
November 12, 2006
Since the 2006 MLS Season began seven months and eleven days ago, the thing the Revolution have been working for since Guillermo Ramirez broke their hearts here in Frisco one year ago is finally here. Today’s MLS Cup Final is a chance, not for redemption for any past failures, but simply to put ... Read More
2007 plans show several changes
November 12, 2006
In addition to the Designated Player Rule, announced by MLS on Saturday, the league also laid out its plans for the format of the regular and post seasons in 2007:
Next year will feature a thirty-game regular season. Each week, one of the thirteen clubs will have a bye. The Eastern & Western ... Read More
The Beckham Rule is approved
November 12, 2006
After months of speculation, MLS announced on Saturday that, from 2007 onwards, a Designated Player Rule will be implemented.
Commonly referred to a ‘The Beckham Rule’, the new rule will allow MLS to sign players whose salary will fall outside of the team salary budget and whose cost above ... Read More
Media side robbed of Cup glory
November 12, 2006
The Revolution’s media side was defeated in controversial circumstances by FC Dallas in Saturday’s final of the annual MLS Media Cup.
With the scores level at 1-1 after regulation, MLS abandoned the rule of the previous round, which had seen the game decided immediately by penalties and ... Read More
John injury worry for Revs By Andrew Hush in Frisco, Texas
November 11, 2006
Having arrived late on Thursday night, the Revolution hit the practice field at Pizza Hut Park today with a light session that was low on contact and high on maintaining freshness ahead of Sunday’s game. A total of 29 players have made the trip, with the entire Revs’ roster in attendance. ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Joseph keen for happier ending
November 11, 2006
Back at the venue from which he virtually crawled away last year, Shalrie Joseph smiled wryly on Friday as he recalled the way he felt following the Revs’ loss in MLS Cup 2005 to the Los Angeles Galaxy. Among the ailments that Joseph was bothered by at the game’s end were a concussion, deep ... Read More
MLS announces youth development plans
November 11, 2006
MLS announced on Friday the launch of a youth development initiative that allows teams to acquire, outside of the annual draft, top young players from their respective local areas.
MLS is requiring each of its teams next season to establish a youth amateur program, separate from the pro ... Read More
Hernandez desperate for starting role By By Andrew Hush in Frisco, Texas
November 11, 2006
Before the post-season began in Chicago three weeks ago, Daniel Hernandez spoke out at his frustration about his lack of playing time since he returned from ankle surgery. Now, following performances in the play-offs that have been increasingly effective as the games have come and gone, the ... Read More
Ching wins Goal of the Year
November 11, 2006
Brian Ching of the Houston Dynamo has won the Sierra Mist Goal of the Year. The striker picked up the prize for his bicycle kick in the Dynamo’s game versus DC United on 30 September.
With time winding down in a scoreless game, Ching struck the game winner with an overhead kick. The move ... Read More
Dorman looks for dream end to finest season By Andrew Hush
November 10, 2006
The entire Revolution squad took a full part in Thursday afternoon’s training session at Gillette Stadium. Clint Dempsey was on the field for the second straight day, as was Steve Ralston. Meanwhile, Daniel Hernandez returned to practice having missed Wednesday’s session.
The availability of ... Read More
Marrufo gets the whistle By Andrew Hush
November 10, 2006
Jair Marrufo will referee Sunday’s MLS Cup between the Revolution and Houston Dynamo. Despite Brian Hall being named the MLS Referee of the Year, Marrufo has been named as the man in the middle for what will be just the third play-off game he has refereed in his career.
Marrufo, who hails ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Mayors keep their pies on the prize
November 10, 2006
With their cities set to battle it out on Sunday, the respective mayors of Boston and Houston have entered into the spirit of things by making a small wager.
Boston’s Tom Menino has pledge that, in the event if a Houston victory, ten of the finest Boston cream pies will make their way to the ... Read More
Gomez named MVP
November 9, 2006
DC United's Christian Gomez claimed Major League Soccer’s top individual award on Thursday when he was named the 2006 MLS Honda Most Valuable Player. Gomez helped lead United to the League’s best regular season record and the MLS Cup Eastern Championship match.
In his second full season with ... Read More
Dempsey return boosts Revolution By Andrew Hush
November 9, 2006
It was a sight to gladden the hearts of Revolution fans everywhere: Clint Dempsey back in full training. After missing two and a half weeks with a sprained right ankle, the midfielder rejoined his teammates on the practice field on Wednesday, taking a full role as the Revs began their ... Read More
Straight-talking Twellman hopes it's third time lucky By Andrew Hush
November 9, 2006
Taylor Twellman jogged off the training field on Wednesday with a spring in his step that few could blame him for. The Revs all-time leading scorer has scored in each of his side’s last two play-off games and is four days away from playing in his third MLS Cup.
Add to all that the fact that, ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Hernandez absent from training
November 9, 2006
In the Revolution’s training session on Wednesday, only Daniel Hernandez was missing. The midfield limped off in the 42nd minute of Sunday’s game at DC United with a foot injury. Hernandez is listed as questionable for Sunday’s final.
The rest of the Revs’ injury report had Clint Dempsey, ... Read More
Final marks completion of franchise rebirth By Andrew Hush
November 8, 2006
When the decision was made to relocate the San Jose Earthquakes to Houston, the club’s players and staff faced not only a name change but also an alteration to their lives. The move from the northern California coast to deep in the heart of Texas was enough to shake the Quakes’ staff in a way ... Read More
Final coaches cut from the same cloth By Andrew Hush
November 8, 2006
In the week that one of the greatest Scottish managers in soccer history celebrates twenty years in charge of Manchester United, two other sons of Caledonia are preparing to do battle with each other in this Sunday’s MLS Cup Final.
On Tuesday afternoon, shortly before Alex Ferguson was ... Read More
Burns scoops top award
November 7, 2006
Revolution Director of Soccer, Michael Burns, has been named the 2006 Team Manger of the Year, along with Bobby Hammond of FC Dallas.
Burns was the first-ever club captain for the Revolution, donning the Red, White and Blue from 1996 to 2000 and playing in 108 games in his five-year New ... Read More
What they said ... Reaction from the Revs locker room
November 6, 2006
Steve Nicol
We’re obviously delighted. It was a tough old afternoon and we probably scored too early. Getting the goal meant they were coming forward and they really put us under pressure but we defended magnificently and I don’t remember a chance where you would say that they ... Read More
Revs heading back to Texas By Andrew Hush at RFK Stadium
November 6, 2006
DC United 0-1 New England Revolution
Taylor Twellman’s fourth minute goal was the difference as the Revolution won their first play-off victory against DC United in franchise history. Twellman’s instinctive finish gave the Revs a lead that, despite periods of extreme pressure, United ... Read More
Houston fight back to advance
November 6, 2006
Houston Dynamo 3-1 Colorado Rapids
For a moment it looked like the dream scenario for Fernando Clavijo. The Colorado boss watched as Jovan Kirovski stroked home a fourth-minute penalty after a handball from Adrian Serioux and Clavijo could be forgiven to casting his mind forward a week ... Read More
Western Conference Championship Preview By Andrew Hush
November 5, 2006
Houston Dynamo v Colorado Rapids
When the play-offs began, the common consensus was that the Western Conference Championship game would be an all-Texas affair, with FC Dallas providing the opposition for Houston. Few gave Colorado a chance after Fernando Clavijo’s side scraped into the ... Read More
Eastern Conference Championship Preview By Andrew Hush
November 5, 2006
DC United v New England Revolution
It’s a game fit to be the final with more storylines than a Quentin Tarantino movie. And if it is violent encounters you want, then look no further than when these teams meet. And I’m not just talking about Alecko Eskandarian. However, putting aside the ... Read More
Reis ready to silence critics By Andrew Hush
November 4, 2006
“This is the time as a player that you want to be playing.”
So said Matt Reis on Friday and it is not hard to see why the Revolution goalkeeper and his teammates are excited about the prospect of going into DC this weekend and upsetting the Supporter’ Shield winners.
The Revolution ... Read More
Expansion draft details announced
November 4, 2006
The Revolution look set to lose one of their players to Toronto FC following the announcement on Friday of the details of the expansion draft, which will see Mo Johnston begin to build his squad in preparation for the Canadian side’s entry into MLS in 2007.
The draft will take place on 17 ... Read More
Healthy and confident Revs set for DC test By Andrew Hush
November 4, 2006
The Revolution fly to the nation’s capital today ahead of the Eastern Conference Championship game against DC United tomorrow afternoon. Steve Nicol has an almost fully-fit squad to choose from, with only Clint Dempsey unlikely to be available.
Dempsey was back on the training field on ... Read More
Lilly the hero yet again
November 4, 2006
USA 1-0 Canada
Kristine Lilly scored in the 68th minute to give the USA a hard-fought victory that clinched 2006 Peace Queen Cup in South Korea.
After struggling to create quality chances against Canada’s compact and organized defense, the USA finally broke through in the 68th ... Read More
Lilly off in USA win
November 2, 2006
USA 2-0 Netherlands
The USA ended the game with just nine players on the field but bunkered down to hang on and secure a place in the final of the Peace Queen Cup in South Korea.
Goals from Lindsay Tarpley and Cat Whitehill in the first half were enough to see the USA through, ... Read More
Mastering the shootout lottery By Andrew Hush
November 2, 2006
On Sunday the Revolution will return to the site of one of the most exciting yet heartbreaking games in franchise history. On Saturday 6 November 2004, New England came from behind three times to tie DC United in the Eastern Conference Final, only to be eliminated in a penalty shootout. ... Read More
Nicol fined for Joseph ban comments
November 2, 2006
Revolution coach, Steve Nicol, has been fined $2000 by MLS for comments he made following the suspension of Shalrie Joseph.
Citing Nicol’s comments to the Boston Globe on 27 October, a league ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Mixed news on injuries
November 1, 2006
Following their exertions on Saturday night, the Revolution’s second leg starters were limited to light jogging and stretching at training on Tuesday. Absent altogether was Steve Ralston, who was getting treatment on his injured calf, and Clint Dempsey, who is still out with the ankle sprain he ... Read More
Lilly and Kai inspire USA to win
November 1, 2006
First half goals from Kristine Lilly and Natasha Kai were enough for the USA to defeat Australia, 2-0, in their second group match of the 2006 Peace Queen Cup. The USA next faces the Netherlands on Thursday, where a win likely to put the Americans in the championship game.
Greg Ryan made ... Read More
Beach soccer World Cup to get underway
October 31, 2006
The USA have arrived in Rio de Janeiro for the 2006 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup, a sixteen-team tournament that kicks off on Thursday and run until Sunday 12 November.
The USA opens group play on Friday against Japan, faces Poland on Sunday and finishes on Tuesday against Brazil.
The ... Read More
MLS Play-Offs Round-Up
October 30, 2006
New England Revolution 2-1 Chicago Fire (Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series)
(Aggregate 2-2; New England won 4-2 on penalties)
For a full game report, click here.
DC United ... Read More
National team accepts Copa America invite
October 30, 2006
The USA has accepted an invitation to compete in the 2007 Copa America, it was announced on Monday morning.
The regional championship of South America is a twelve team tournament and will run from 26 June to 15 July in nine cities across Venezuela. For the United States, the appearance ... Read More
Lilly saves USA blushes
October 30, 2006
The USA’s women opened their 2006 Peace Queen Cup campaign with a disappointing 1-1 tie against Denmark in South Korea. Kristine Lilly scored in the 73rd minute to tie the match after Denmark had taken an early lead.
The USA’s next match is at Chenoan Stadium outside of Seoul on Tuesday ... Read More
What they said ... Reaction from the Revs locker room
October 29, 2006
Steve Nicol
I think we absolutely and thoroughly deserved it. Their goalkeeper was man of the match in both games and I think that tells the whole story. They were breaking on us pretty quickly but I think we controlled the game and, most of the time, it was in our hands until ... Read More
Nicol deserves credit for winning the coaching battle By Andrew Hush
October 29, 2006
Just after the Chicago Fire took the lead in Saturday night’s second leg, Taylor Twellman guided a free header to the wrong side of Matt Pickens’ post. Moments later, Steve Nicol made his regular in-game appearance with Brad Feldman and Greg Lalas and his voice had the sound (almost) of a man ... Read More
Revs win through after shootout drama By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
October 29, 2006
New England Revolution 2-1 Chicago Fire (Aggregate 2-2; Revs win 4-2 on penalties)
Of course, it wasn’t easy. After a week when pretty much everything that could have gone wrong, did, the Revolution made life even harder for themselves by going a goal behind.
However, the side ... Read More
Revs fans showed Joseph support
October 29, 2006
Revolution fans made clear their feelings in the suspension of Shalrie Joseph at Gillette Stadium last night. The midfielder missed the second leg against the Chicago Fire following an incident involving Ivan Guerrero last Sunday and watched from the sidelines as his teammates secured their ... Read More
Revolution hope their luck will change By Andrew Hush
October 28, 2006
Jay Heaps issued a defiant rallying call on Friday, calling on the Revolution to bounce back from its troubles of the last six days, which began with their first leg defeat in Chicago and continued with the news that Clint Dempsey (injury) and Shalrie Joseph (suspension) will miss tonight’s ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Guerrero applauds Joseph suspension
October 27, 2006
The man who was on the receiving end of Shalrie Joseph’s left elbow last Sunday has spoken out in support of the league’s decision to ban the Revolution midfielder from this Saturday play-off second leg.
Speaking in Thursday’s Read More
Parkhurst picks up humanitarian honor
October 27, 2006
Michael Parkhurst has been named the 2006 US Soccer Foundation Humanitarian of the Year, MLS announced on Friday. Parkhurst, who recently won the Revolution’s team Humanitarian of the Year award, was honored for his tireless efforts in the New England community.
“I’m honored to be named ... Read More
Revs have worries about Noonan and Dempsey By Andrew Hush
October 26, 2006
The Revolution were back on the practice field yesterday, still reeling from the news that Shalrie Joseph will miss the second leg of their play-off series with Chicago Fire because of suspension. The Grenadian was in training, with his right hand still heavily wrapped.
No comment on his ... Read More
Nicol angered by Joseph ban By Andrew Hush
October 26, 2006
“If anybody can look me in the eye and tell me that Shalrie Joseph tried to elbow Ivan Guerrero then they are kidding themselves.”
Having received news earlier today that MLS has refused to overturn the Revolution’s protest at the one-game suspension it imposed upon Shalrie Joseph, Steve ... Read More
Joseph ban highlights league's own disciplinary problems By Andrew Hush
October 25, 2006
Following another example of the staggering inconsistency that has been a feature of the work of the MLS Disciplinary Committee throughout the year, the Revolution will be without Shalrie Joseph for their play-off second leg against the Chicago Fire.
On Tuesday, the Grenadian midfielder ... Read More
Joseph banned from second leg
October 24, 2006
MLS announced on Tuesday afternoon that Shalrie Joseph has been suspended for one game following an incident in Sunday’s Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series first leg against the Chicago Fire.
Joseph’s punishment stems from a play in first-half stoppage time when his left elbow struck ... Read More
More MLS season-ending awards handed out
October 24, 2006
Bobby Boswell of DC United and FC Dallas midfielder, Richard Mulrooney, have been named the MLS Defender of the Year and MLS Comeback Player of the Year respectively. The League also announced that veteran referee Brian Hall was chosen as the Official Sports International (OSI) Referee of the ... Read More
What they said … Reaction from the Revs locker room
October 23, 2006
Steve Nicol
On the officiating …
"I don’t have a problem with challenges. I have a problem when the referee is giving yellow cards out. If you are going to give one out for one thing then you have to be consistent. I think there were too many yellow cards." ... Read More
Revs behind after first leg loss By Andrew Hush at Toyota Park
October 23, 2006
Chicago Fire 1-0 New England Revolution
The Revolution controlled play throughout and had a number of chances to score but their failure to breach the Chicago defense means that Steve Nicol’s side will go into next week’s Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series second leg a goal down ... Read More
MLS Play-Offs Round-Up
October 23, 2006
Chicago Fire 1-0 New England Revolution (Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series)
For a full game report, click here.
New York Red Bulls 0-1 DC United (Eastern Conference ... Read More
Revs bosses appeal for calm ahead of Fire test By Andrew Hush
October 22, 2006
Ahead of today’s opening leg of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series against Chicago, Revolution coaches, Steve Nicol and Paul Mariner, have been instilling in their players the importance of maintaining their composure in the face of what is sure to be a hostile atmosphere at Toyota ... Read More
MLS Play-Off Preview: New England Revolution v Chicago Fire By Andrew Hush
October 22, 2006
Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series Schedule
1st Leg: Sunday 22 October, 1pm (Toyota Park)
2nd Leg: Saturday 28 October, 7:30pm (Gillette Stadium)
The two MLS teams in the best form will come together in the first round of the play-offs, with the series ... Read More
Unheralded Parkhurst elevates his game By Andrew Hush
October 21, 2006
When the three-man shortlist for the MLS Defender of the Year award was released earlier this week, it is likely that more than a few eyebrows were raised in this region and across the country, that not one member of the best defense in MLS had made the list.
The Revolution set a club ... Read More
Hernandez upset at lack of action By Andrew Hush
October 21, 2006
On the eve of the Revolution’s opening play-off game against Chicago Fire, midfielder Daniel Hernandez has expressed his frustration at the limited playing time he has seen following his return from ankle surgery.
After featuring as a second-half substitute in each of the Revs’ last two ... Read More
MLS Play-Off Preview: Houston Dynamo v Chivas USA By Andrew Hush
October 20, 2006
Western Conference Semi-Final Series Schedule
1st Leg: Sunday 22 October, 4pm (Home Deport Center)
2nd Leg: Saturday 28 October, 4pm (Robertson Stadium)
As with several of the other sides that line up in the post-season, both of these sides rather stumbled ... Read More
MLS Play-Off Preview: FC Dallas v Colorado Rapids By Andrew Hush
October 19, 2006
Western Conference Semi-Final Series Schedule
1st Leg: Saturday 21 October, 9pm (Invesco Field)
2nd Leg: Sunday 29 October, 8.30pm (Pizza Hut Park)
Of all of the four semi-finals ties, this is most likely to be the one in which home advantage counts the most. ... Read More
Joseph back to give Revs a hand By Andrew Hush
October 19, 2006
With his right hand still heavily wrapped, Shalrie Joseph returned to full training this week to give the Revolution a timely boost ahead of this Sundays first leg of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series.
Joseph has been out of playing action for four weeks, having lacerated tendons in ... Read More
CT's Smith inks pro deal in EPL
October 19, 2006
Johann Smith, who played club soccer for Oakwood SC in Connecticut, has signed a three-year contract at English Premier League club, Bolton Wanderers, according to his agent, Lyle Yorks of Proactive Sports Management.
Smith, 19, is a striker and has been on the bench for two EPL games this ... Read More
Revolution duo miss out
October 19, 2006
Despite leading the league in shutouts, goals against average and saves, Revolution goalkeeper, Matt Reis, was overlooked today for the Panasonic Goalkeeper of the Year Award, which instead went to Troy Perkins of DC United.
In his ninth professional season, Reis led the league in goals ... Read More
Reis and Ralston in line for league awards
October 18, 2006
Matt Reis is one of three finalists for the 2006 Panasonic Goalkeeper of the Year award, while Steve Ralston is on a shortlist of three for the Kraft Global Fair Play award, the league announced on Wednesday The winners of both awards will be announced on Thursday.
In his ninth ... Read More
MLS Play-Off Preview: DC United v New York Red Bulls By Andrew Hush
October 18, 2006
Eastern Conference Semi-Final Series Schedule
1st Leg: Saturday 21 October, 2pm (Giants Stadium)
2nd Leg: Sunday 29 October, 6pm (RFK Stadium)
Given that this season has seen in New York, amongst other things, a coach and general manager leave and be replaced ... Read More
Sod it! Field Turf a no-go ... for now
October 18, 2006
In a further development to the Gillette Stadium field saga, it has been confirmed that the NFL does not allow a team to change its playing surface during a season.
A report in Tuesday’s Boston Herald had claimed that the Pats were investigating the possibility of laying a turf field ... Read More
Ryan names Peace Cup squad
October 18, 2006
Women’s National Team head coach, Greg Ryan, has named a squad of twenty that will travel to South Korea for the 2006 Peace Queen Cup, which will be held from 28 October – 4 November.
The roster consists of the core of the squad that participated in this year’s six-month Residency Training ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Nine
October 16, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 Columbus Crew (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
New York Red Bulls 3-2 Kansas City Wizards (Saturday)
New York squeezed into the ... Read More
Cunningham wins golden boot
October 16, 2006
Real Salt Lake striker, Jeff Cunningham, has won the Budweiser Golden Boot, awarded to the leading goal scorer in MLS during the regular season.
Cunningham scored 16 goals during the 2006 campaign, two ahead of Ante Razov (Chivas USA) and Christian Gomez (DC United). Last year’s winner, ... Read More
Smith locks up second for Revs By Adam Smartschan at Gillette Stadium
October 15, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 Columbus Crew
Talk about getting hot at the right time.
With a chance to ice second place in the Eastern Conference – and home-field advantage in its playoffs-opening series – the New England Revolution rode a late goal by Khano Smith to a 1-0 triumph ... Read More
Reis is MVP on awards night at Gillette
October 15, 2006
Matt Reis has been named the Revolution’s Most Valuable Player for 2006. The goalkeeper received his award before Saturday night’s game against the Columbus Crew.
The goalkeeper has been an ever-present in the Revolution starting line-up and collected his tenth shutout of the season ... Read More
Revs turn attention to bigger tests ahead By Andrew Hush
October 15, 2006
It may not have been pretty, but the Revolution wrapped up their regular season schedule with a win over the Columbus Crew, thanks to Khano Smith’s 87th minute goal in front of the biggest home crowd of the season, 19,166.
“The conditions were tough,” said Steve Nicol after the game. “The ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Versatile Dorman set for another switch
October 14, 2006
Andy Dorman will be back in the center of midfield tonight as the Revolution reshuffle their formation from the 4-4-2 alignment that won at DC United. In recent weeks, Dorman, who took his assist tally for the year into double figures by having a hand in both goals at RFK Stadium, has played ... Read More
Revs ready for final 'regular' challenge By Andrew Hush
October 14, 2006
It’s taken six months and thirteen days, involved several different time zones and has featured no little blood, sweat and tears, but the end of the regular season is finally here. Almost, anyway. Before the sprint of the play-offs can begin, the final leg of the marathon has to be completed ... Read More
Georges, Lilly among FIFA nominees
October 13, 2006
Boston College’s Laura Georges has been nominated for the FIFA World Player of the Year for the second year in succession. The French international is joined among the thirty nominees by USA skipper, Kristine Lilly.
Georges, who finished twelfth in the voting for the 2005 award, is a ... Read More
Mariner impressed with strike duo
October 12, 2006
During his distinguished career, Paul Mariner played alongside some of the greatest strikers of his era. For England alone, Mariner lined up with the likes of Kevin Keegan, Trevor Francis and Tony Woodcock, the latter of whom was also a teammate at Arsenal, as his forward partners.
Given ... Read More
Revs gear up for last regular season push By Andrew Hush
October 11, 2006
The Revolution were back on the practice field in limited numbers on Tuesday, with several players absent due to a multitude of reasons.
Given an extra day off following their exertions on Saturday night in Washington DC were the side’s goalscorers, Clint Dempsey and Taylor Twellman. ... Read More
Wambach wallops Iceland
October 9, 2006
Having escaped a second yellow card just seconds earlier, Abby Wambach made the most of her good fortune by poking home a left-footed shot for hr second goal of the game to see off Iceland and wrap up the USA women’s domestic friendly schedule for 2006.
Heading towards stoppage time, the ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Eight
October 9, 2006
DC United 1-2 New England Revolution (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
Kansas City Wizards 2-1 Chivas USA (Saturday)
Kansas City edged closer to the play-offs ... Read More
Glenn Myernick dies after heart attack
October 9, 2006
US Soccer has confirmed that Glenn ‘Mooch’ Myernick, who served most recently as Bruce Arena’s assistant with the national team, died on Monday at the North Suburban Medical Center in Thornton, CO. Myernick had suffered a ... Read More
Revs gain significant Capital from DC win
October 8, 2006
DC United 1-2 New England Revolution
Taylor Twellman’s goal two minutes into the second half completed a Revolution comeback that Clint Dempsey had begun and the Revolution made the lead count to pick up maximum points at DC United. Combined with Chicago's 4-1 loss to Columbus, the ... Read More
Nicol keen to maintain momentum By Andrew Hush
October 7, 2006
In three games against DC United this season, the Revolution have created enough chances to have picked up nine points. That, in reality, they have collected just two indicates, at least in games against the new Supporter’s Shield winners, that New England have fallen just short of competing at ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Reis misses specialist coaching
October 7, 2006
The loss of goalkeeper coach, David Vanole, in mid-season may not have gained a lot of press but, for Matt Reis, Doug Warren and TJ Tomasso, the absence of a specialist coach for their position has been felt ever since the former USA international left the Revolution for personal reasons in ... Read More
Noonan to undergo sports hernia surgery By Andrew Hush
October 5, 2006
Pat Noonan will travel to Germany on Saturday to undergo sports hernia repair surgery that will be performed by Dr. Ulrike Muschaweck and Dr. Angie Erhorn on Monday at Hernienzentrum in Munich.
Noonan's total recovery time from the operation is expected to be 2-3 weeks and Steve Nicol ... Read More
Lomas to train with Revolution By Andrew Hush
October 5, 2006
Former Northern Ireland international, Steve Lomas, is scheduled to train with the Revolution today as part of a week-long trial with MLS clubs ahead of a possible move to the USA in 2007.
Lomas, who has 45 international caps, spent the first three days of this week training in New York ... Read More
Ryan names Iceland squad
October 5, 2006
USA women’s head coach, Greg Ryan, has named a roster of eighteen to face Iceland on Sunday at the University of Richmond Stadium in Richmond, VA. The match will be shown live on ESPN2 at 1:55pm and is the USA’s final domestic friendly match of the year.
Among the players named are ... Read More
In-form Revolution gaining play-off strength By Andrew Hush
October 4, 2006
So here we are, almost at play-off time and the Revolution look to be setting up for another post-season charge. A five-game unbeaten run has seen Steve Nicol’s side put together the results and, maybe more importantly given the increased quality of play that will be required to reach Frisco on ... Read More
USA crush Chinese Taipei
October 3, 2006
In one of the biggest international mismatches for some time, the USA’s women romped to a 10-0 win over Chinese Taipei at the Home Depot Center on Sunday.
Greg Ryan’s side outshot their hapless opposition, 23-0, meaning former UMass goalkeeper, Briana Scurry, was a spectator as several of ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Seven
October 3, 2006
New England Revolution 3-1 Colorado Rapids (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
New York Red Bulls 1-0 Chicago Fire (Saturday)
The boy winder did it again. ... Read More
Coach search nearing conclusion
October 3, 2006
Speaking on Monday at the 2006 Honda Symposium in Los Angeles, US Soccer President, Sunil Gulati, announced that he expects an announcement regarding the identity of the next national team manager will be made during the next 30-60 days.
Gulati, who is also President of Kraft Soccer, said ... Read More
Dempsey wins Honda award
October 3, 2006
Revolution and USA star, Clint Dempsey, has been named the 2006 Honda Player of the Year Award, which honors the best player on the USA National Team as chosen by the American sports media.
Dempsey, who is the first Revolution player ever to win the award, was presented with the key to a ... Read More
Abundis debut delight as Revs clinch By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
October 1, 2006
New England Revolution 3-1 Colorado Rapids
Jose Manuel Abundis made an immediate impact as the Revolution offense burst into life at Gillette Stadium to clinch a play-off spot. The Mexican flicked home a Steve Ralston free-kick to double a lead given to New England by the set-piece ... Read More
Abundis ready to make Rapid impact By Andrew Hush
September 30, 2006
After watching two games as an unused substitute, Jose Manuel Abundis will make his debut for the Revolution against the Colorado Rapids at Gillette Stadium tonight. The Mexican international, who signed for New England on 15 September, is set to partner Taylor Twellman as Steve Nicol’s side ... Read More
Ladies ready for Taipei test
September 30, 2006
Head coach, Greg Ryan, has named a squad with a healthy mix of youth and experience for the USA women’s friendly against Chinese Taipei, which takes place at the Home Depot Center on Sunday.
Captaining the side once again will be New England’s own Kristine Lilly, who will win her 312th ... Read More
Field not a concern for Nicol By Andrew Hush
September 27, 2006
The state of the Gillette Stadium field was a talking point for Revolution and
Patriots fans following their side’s games last weekend, which followed hard on the heels of last Wednesday’s Rolling Stones concert.
The playing surface was marked with both soccer and football lines and had ... Read More
Riley injury hurts Revs By Andrew Hush
September 27, 2006
The Revs took to the training field on Tuesday with Steve Nicol concerned with a new injury worry. James Riley suffered a grade one strain of his right hamstring on Saturday against Kansas City and is out of this Saturday’s game against the Colorado Rapids.
“(Riley’s) hamstring tightened up ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Home crowd inspires Revolution
September 27, 2006
Saturday’s game against Kansas City was watched by a crowd of 16,321, a season-high at Gillette Stadium and the role the fans play in home games is not something that is lost on the side’s coaches and players.
“There is that extra motivation that they give you,” said Jay Heaps. “These fans ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Six
September 26, 2006
New York Red Bulls 0-2 New England Revolution (Wednesday)
For a full game report, click here.
New England Revolution 1-1 Kansas City Wizards (Saturday)
For a full game ... Read More
Revs pegged back by Wizards By Adam Smartschan
September 24, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 Kansas City Wizards
The New England Revolution may be a team missing perhaps its most solid player due to nasty, unforeseen circumstances, but it's not playing like one.
Despite the absence of midfielder Shalrie Joseph, who's out for the rest of the ... Read More
Revs look to continue magic against Wiazrds By Andrew Hush
September 23, 2006
Barring any last-minute mishaps, the Revolution will be unchanged for the visit of Kansas City to Gillette Stadium tonight. New England can clinch a post-season berth with a win.
Wednesday’s win at the Red Bulls was as encouraging a display as the Revs have had all season, with all aspects ... Read More
John's joy at being back By Andrew Hush
September 23, 2006
The recent upturn in the Revolution’s form has coincided with the return to the starting line-up of Avery John and the Trinidad and Tobago international, happy to be back in the first eleven, is desperate to be part of another Revs run deep into the post-season:
“It’s great to be back ... Read More
USA names Chinese Taipei squad
September 22, 2006
Greg Ryan has named an initial squad of 24 players for a training camp, which will take place prior to the USA’s match against Chinese Taipei on Sunday 1 October at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA. The match will kick off at 4pm (ET) and will be shown live on ESPN2.
Included in the ... Read More
Revolution impress in New York win By Andrew Hush
September 21, 2006
New York Red Bulls 0-2 New England Revolution
The Revolution won for the first time at Giants Stadium since October 2003 as a goal in each half, combined with an impressive defensive display, saw off the Red Bulls. From the moment that Taylor Twellman put the Revs ahead in the ... Read More
Joseph out of Red Bulls clash By Andrew Hush
September 20, 2006
Shalrie Joseph is out of the Revolution’s game against the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night, having picked up a hand injury in an altercation in a Boston bar last Thursday. It is understood the midfielder damaged a tendon on broken glass and underwent surgery on Monday. Jospeh is expected ... Read More
Revolution seek to shape play-off destiny By Andrew Hush
September 20, 2006
It’s been a hectic twenty-four hours, filled with good and bad news, for the Revolution. First came the approval of Jose Manuel Abundis’ work visa, which means the Mexican striker is eligible to play in tonight’s game in New York against the Red Bulls.
Abundis is likely to start on the ... Read More
Morales inspires beach boys
September 19, 2006
Former UMass star, Yuri Morales, was in fine form as the USA Beach Soccer team finished in first place at the 2006 CONCACAF World Cup qualifying tournament. In doing so, the USA secured a place at the 2006 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.
Morales scored five goals in his side’s four games, ... Read More
Abundis available for NY game after receiving visa By Andrew Hush
September 19, 2006
Soccer New England can confirm that Jose Manuel Abundis has been cleared to make his Revolution debut against the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night, following the approval of a work visa.
The Mexican international is with the Revolution squad in New York for tomorrow’s game ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Five
September 18, 2006
New York Red Bulls 1-0 Columbus Crew (Saturday)
16-year-old, Josmer Altidore, scored a memorable first MLS goal to see off the Columbus Crew and keep the Red Bulls napping at the heels of Kansas City and New England in the Eastern Conference standings.
Altidore, on as a second ... Read More
Revolution add new faces
September 15, 2006
The Revolution today officially announced that Mexican international, Jose Manuel Abundis has signed with the club, while the Ivory Coast’s Arsene Oka has signed a developmental contract. Both men are awaiting international clearance before they are eligible for selection.
Abundis is a ... Read More
Dempsey inspires Revs to DC tie By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
September 14, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 DC United
Clint Dempsey inspired a Revolution second-half comeback to secure a valuable point against DC United. The Texan struck in the 55th minute, firing home from Taylor Twellman’s cross, before jumping into the Gillette Stadium crowd in celebration of ... Read More
Wambach double lifts USA
September 14, 2006
The USA’s Women defeated Mexico, 3-1, at PAETEC Park in Rochester, NY, as hometown hero, Abby Wambach, scored twice and Lindsay Tarpley added a goal. The win increased the USA’s 2006 record to 11-0-3.
Wambach put the USA ahead from the penalty spot in the seventeenth minute after she was ... Read More
Revolution look to build against DC
September 13, 2006
With wins last Saturday for the Revolution, Chicago Fire and Kansas City Wizards, the Eastern Conference standings have, finally, a slightly less congested look. Whilst the three aforementioned teams were picking up maximum points, those chasing them went unrewarded for their weekend’s work, as ... Read More
Ladies ready to face Mexico
September 12, 2006
USA women’s head coach, Greg Ryan, has included three players with New England links on his 18-player roster to face Mexico on Wednesday at PAETEC Park in Rochester, NY.
Kristine Lilly will captain the side on the occasion of her 311th international cap and the Wilton, CT, native will be ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Four
September 11, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 New York Red Bulls (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
Chivas USA 1-1 FC Dallas (Saturday)
Juan Pablo Garcia came up with a crucial ... Read More
Familiar names hit the beach
September 11, 2006
The 2006 CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship kicks off on Wednesday at Punta Leona in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
The tournament will serve as qualification for the 2006 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup which takes place on in November in Brazil. The top two finishers will earn a berth at the Beach ... Read More
Revs 1 - 0 Red Bulls By Adam Smartschan
September 10, 2006
Pat Noonan wasn't exactly all smiles in the locker room after netting his first goal of the season in the New England Revolution's 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, but you can hardly blame him.
The Indiana University product, who tallied in the eighth minute off assists ... Read More
Noonan strikes in Revs win By Adam Smartschan
September 10, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 New York Red Bulls
The New England Revolution needed this one.
With their hold on an Eastern Conference playoff berth on the verge of slipping away, the Revs (winners of only one of their last nine Major League Soccer matches) were desperate for a ... Read More
Revolution counting on old heads for New York test
September 9, 2006
The Revolution will look to experience against the Red Bulls on Saturday night, with Steve Nicol likely to make changes to the team beaten in Columbus that will see veteran players replace more youthful faces as the race for the post-season increases in intensity.
Having completed his ... Read More
Hernandez to have surgery; Unsigned Abundis to return By Andrew Hush
September 7, 2006
Revolution midfielder, Daniel Hernandez will have surgery early next week on his troublesome left ankle following a relapse of the injury, which he originally sustained on 6 May against the Los Angeles Galaxy.
“Danny is going to get a scope done on Monday or Tuesday,” confirmed Steve Nicol, ... Read More
Revs chastened by Crew loss By Andrew Hush
September 6, 2006
The Revolution were back on the training field on Wednesday, eager to put the memory of last weekend’s defeat in Columbus firmly behind them. However following such a poor display. Michael Parkhurst admitted that the hangover effect from Saturday’s debacle remained on the players’ ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Three
September 5, 2006
Chicago Fire 2-1 New York Red Bulls (Sunday)
Chicago put a little daylight between themselves and their nearest challengers for second place in the east with a hard-fought win over New York. The win, combined with the Revolution’s loss, sees the Fire have a four point advantage over ... Read More
Revs hopeful over Abundis signing By Andrew Hush
September 5, 2006
Steve Nicol confirmed on Tuesday morning that the Revolution have made a contract offer to Mexican striker, Jose Manuel Abundis, who trained with the club for two days last week.
“We made him an offer so today or tomorrow he needs to decide whether he wants it or not,” said Nicol, of ... Read More
Revolution slump in Columbus By Andrew Hush
September 3, 2006
Columbus Crew 3-0 New England Revolution
The Revolution slumped to defeat in Columbus as the Crew exposed a lackluster display by New England’s defense. Each of the Crew’s three goals, scored by Jason Garey, Eddie Gaven and Ezra Hendrickson, came following breakdowns in play the Revs ... Read More
Revs look to keep winning feeling By Andrew Hush
September 2, 2006
The Revolution face the Crew in Ohio tonight hoping to build on last weekend’s win over the same opponent. With things as tight as ever in the Eastern Conference standings – just three points separate Chicago in second place from the fifth-placed Red Bulls who, incidentally, play each other on ... Read More
Nicol to decide on Abundis By Andrew Hush
September 1, 2006
Revolution coach, Steve Nicol, said on Thursday that he will use the next few days to decide whether or not to offer Mexican trialist, Jose Manuel Abundis, a contract for the remainder of the season.
The 33-year-old striker is without a club after leaving Deportivo Toluca and trained with ... Read More
Lilly leads USA to China win
August 28, 2006
Kristine Lilly scored twice as the USA fought back from a goal down to defeat China, 4-1, at Toyota Park in Chicago on Sunday.
"We worked them very hard and put them under a lot of pressure," USA head coach, Greg Ryan, told ussoccer.com after the game. "We've been playing very well ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty-Two
August 28, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 Columbus Crew (Sunday)
For a full game report, click here.
Kansas City Wizards 1-0 FC Dallas (Sunday)
Scott Sealy scored his fifth goal of the ... Read More
Reis saves Revs By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
August 27, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 Columbus Crew
Jeff Larentowicz’s first career goal was backed up by an 88th minute penalty save by Matt Reis, as the Revolution made hard work of seeing off ten-man Columbus at Gillette Stadium.
Larentowicz struck just after the half hour with a ... Read More
Revolution look to discover form against Columbus By Andrew Hush
August 26, 2006
After two successive games against the Chicago Fire, the Revolution are gearing up for another back-to-back series. Sigi Schmid’s Columbus Crew are the visitors to Gillette Stadium on Sunday night, with the Revs set to travel to Ohio next Saturday.
New England are in desperate need of a ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Nicol still looking
August 26, 2006
Although some fans may suggest otherwise, Steve Nicol insists that he is still looking to bring in reinforcements to bolster his squad. The Revs boss has been frustrated in his attempts to add experience to the Revs ranks, but he is confident that his wide search may still have a happy ... Read More
Johnston in charge in Toronto
August 25, 2006
Former New York Red Bulls Head Coach, Mo Johnston, has been officially named as the first-ever coach of MLS’ latest expansion side, Toronto FC.
The former Scottish international team-mate of Revolution boss, Steve Nicol, will take charge at the league’s thirteenth franchise, which will ... Read More
Gibbs hopes for Thanksgiving return
August 24, 2006
Former Brown star, Cory Gibbs, is targeting late November to begin training with his Charlton Athletic teammates, according to Yanks Abroad.
The USA star has been out of action since May, when he injured knee ... Read More
Revs out of Open Cup
August 24, 2006
Chicago Fire 2-1 New England Revolution
A controversial penalty kick decision sent the New England Revolution out of the 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup when the Chicago Fire’s Andy Herron converted the spot kick, which proved to be the margin needed for the Fire to secure a 2-1 ... Read More
New England Revolution 0-1 Chicago Fire
August 21, 2006
Despite outshooting the visiting Chicago Fire 20-6, the New England Revolution fell to a 1-0 defeat on Sunday afternoon at Gillette Stadium. Andy Herron’s first-half goal put the Fire up in the 24th minute, and the Revs couldn’t connect for an equalizer.
In the first half, neither team ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty One
August 21, 2006
New England Revolution 0-1 Chicago Fire (Sunday)
For a full game report, click here.
Los Angeles Galaxy 2-0 FC Dallas (Sunday)
Landon Donovan and Santino Quaranta scored ... Read More
Dempsey up for Honda award
August 18, 2006
Clint Dempsey, Kasey Keller and Brian McBride have been selected by 207 sports journalists from across the nation as the three finalists for the 2006 Honda Player of the Year Award, widely recognized as the most prestigious award
a National Team player can receive.
The winner will be ... Read More
Dempsey banned for two games
August 16, 2006
The Major League Soccer Disciplinary Committee today suspended New England Revolution midfielder Clint Dempsey for two games and fined him $1,000 for violent conduct in the Revolution’s 0-0 tie versus the Kansas City Wizards on Wednesday, Aug. 9.
Dempsey’s suspension and fine were ... Read More
Conrad suffered broken jaw at Gillette
August 12, 2006
Kansas City Wizards defender, Jimmy Conrad, suffered a broken jaw in Wednesday’s game against the Revolution at Gillette Stadium and is expected to be out of action for four to six weeks, reports the Associated Press.
Conrad, the 2005 MLS Defender of the Year and a member of the USA World ... Read More
Revs to sign African youngster after Latham leaves
August 10, 2006
Ahead of tonight’s game against the Kansas City Wizards, Revolution coach, Steve Nicol, revealed that Monday’s waiving of Ryan Latham was, in part, to make room on the roster for Ivory Coast Under-21 pool player, Arsene Okoh, who is set to sign for New England in the next few days.
“He is ... Read More
Revolution thwarted by Wizards and Officials By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
August 10, 2006
New England Revolution 0-0 Kansas City Wizards
A frustrating night for the Revolution ended much as it began, with the home side beseeching referee, Mauricio Navarro, for apparently missing a blatant handball on the edge of the penalty area. The man in the middle had failed to give a ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twenty
August 10, 2006
Houston Dynamo 1-0 FC Dallas (Saturday)
Craig Waibel scored his second goal of the season to give Houston a valuable win over its interstate rivals. Waibel struck in the 37th minute when he converted a pass from Dwayne de Rosario.
Colorado Rapids 1-0 Los Angeles Galaxy ... Read More
Happy to be home, Revs focus on winning By Andrew Hush
August 9, 2006
Steve Nicol leant back in his office chair on Tuesday with the facial expression of a man who was just pleased to be sitting on something other than an airplane. After another testing week, in which his side played games in three different time zones, Nicol was pleased to be home and determined ... Read More
Latham released by Revs
August 9, 2006
Less than three weeks after scoring a last-minute equalizer against Celtic, Ryan Latham has been waived by the Revolution.
The midfielder / forward was originally drafted by the Revs out of Southern Methodist University with the 21st overall pick of the 2005 MLS Supplemental Draft. Whilst ... Read More
White in the goals in France
August 9, 2006
Former Revs draft pick, Jeremiah White, became the second American to notch a hat-trick for a professional European club when he scored all the goals in Gueugnon's 3-0 win at Montpellier in the French Second Division. In 2001, Ante Razov hit a hat trick for Spanish Second Division club Racing de ... Read More
Revs looking to use what they have By Andrew Hush
August 9, 2006
The Revolution is likely to be unchanged from the side that started on Sunday at Chivas USA when it welcomes the Kansas City Wizards to Gillette Stadium tonight.
Andy Dorman is a slight doubt having struggled on the bumpy Los Angeles
Coliseum field with blisters, though the Englishman is ... Read More
All square between Revs and Chivas By Andrew Hush
August 7, 2006
Chivas USA 1-1 New England Revolution
Taylor Twellman gave the Revolution the lead after a fine team move, only for Jesse Marsch to draw Chivas USA just minutes later. With a large crowd enjoying the warm-up act prior to the exhibition game between Chivas Guadalajara and FC ... Read More
TV deals, youth academies and expansion among Garber's topics in annual address
August 7, 2006
Major League Soccer has confirmed that it will receive rights fees for the first time ever, following the announcement of a television deal with ESPN that will last through 2014.
In addition to paying the league a rights fee, ABC / ESPN will bear the burden of making sure the MLS ... Read More
Trio earn national team camp recalls
August 7, 2006
Among the latest call-ups to USA coach Greg Ryan’s women’s national team squad is a trio of players with strong New England connections.
Angela Hucles is the most experienced of the returnees, with the Boston Renegades star midfielder boasting an Olympic gold medal as well as her 52 caps. ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Nineteen
August 7, 2006
Chivas USA 1-1 New England Revolution (Sunday)
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To view the latest MLS standings, click here.
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Revs look to go on the offensive out west By Andrew Hush
August 6, 2006
After a delay at Logan airport that stretched to nearly three hours on Friday afternoon, the Revolution finally made it to the west coast for Sunday evening’s game against Chivas USA at the Home Depot Center. With just three more road games to go following tonight’s encounter with Bob Bradley’s ... Read More
DeRo earns All-Stars win over EPL champs
August 5, 2006
MLS All-Stars 1-0 Chelsea FC
Dwayne de Rosario of the Houston Dynamo smashed home a 20-yard shot in the 70th minute to earn the MLS All-Stars a shock victory over English Premier League champion, Chelsea.
De Rosario struck when a short corner from Ronnie O’Brien found him in ... Read More
Johnson traded to Chicago By Andrew Hush
August 5, 2006
Ryan Johnson, a native of Melrose, MA who starred at the town’s high school, has been traded from Real Salt Lake to the Chicago Fire, with defender, Jack Stewart, heading to the Utah side. As he did with RSL, Johnson will take up a developmental spot on the Fire's roster.
After a standout ... Read More
Luckenbill receives USA call-up
August 4, 2006
Lady Voltage goalkeeper Kristin Luckenbill has been invited to join the USA on 8 August, in preparation for the upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifying matches in November of 2006.
Luckenbill’s honors are numerous, including an Olympic gold medal with the national team in the 2004 Athens ... Read More
Pope retires from USA
August 4, 2006
Following a similar announcement by Brian McBride days earlier, Eddie Pope has retired from international soccer.
Pope’s announcement brings to an end an 11-year international career that included nine World Cup matches and 82 appearances overall.
“After having the opportunity to ... Read More
FSC signs MLS deal
August 4, 2006
Fox Soccer Channel has announced a five-year programming deal with Soccer United Marketing (SUM) that includes live and exclusive English-language rights to a selection of MLS, international friendly and USA men’s and women’s national team matches through 2010.
The cornerstone of the new ... Read More
US Open Cup Fourth Round Results
August 4, 2006
Chicago Fire v Kansas City Wizards – Postponed (Rescheduled for Monday 14 August)
Real Salt Lake 0-1 Colorado Rapids
Goal: Peterson (Colorado) 61
Charleston Battery 3-3 FC Dallas (FC Dallas won 5-3 on penalties)
Goal: Cooper (Dallas) 45
Goal: Ben Hollingsworth (PK) ... Read More
Revs squeeze through in Rochester
August 3, 2006
After 120 minutes of scoreless play, the Revolution escaped from New York with a penalty shootout win against the Rochester Raging Rhinos.
After the first six rounds finished 4-4, Jeff Larentowicz converted the Revs' seventh PK attempt after the Rhinos' Frankie Sanfilippo sailed his shot ... Read More
Revs Set for Rhinos Charge By Andrew Hush
August 2, 2006
The Revolution continued to collect the air miles on Tuesday when the squad made its way to Rochester, NY, for tonight’s US Open Cup fourth round clash with the Rochester Raging Rhinos at PAETEC Park.
The full Revolution squad has traveled for the game, though it is likely that several ... Read More
Twellman and Reis are All-Stars again
August 2, 2006
Taylor Twellman and Matt Reis have been added to the final MLS All-Star roster, joining Clint Dempsey and Shalrie Joseph as a quarter of New England players in the final 32-man party.
However, with their club side scheduled to play at Chivas USA a day after Saturday’s ‘showpiece’ game, all ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Eighteen
August 1, 2006
Kansas City Wizards 1-1 New England Revolution (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
FC Dallas 4-1 Colorado Rapids (Saturday)
A three-goal burst in the final ... Read More
Ralston saves a point for Revs By Andrew Hush
July 30, 2006
Kansas City Wizards 1-1 New England Revolution
Steve Ralston stabbed home a last-gasp equalizer to give the Revolution a deserved share of the points against Kansas City. The midfielder was able to get on the end of Clint Dempsey’s through ball in the fourth minute of stoppage time ... Read More
Revs look for happy travels By Andrew Hush
July 29, 2006
After a restful week, the Revs are back on the road this weekend. Tonight, Steve Nicol’s side takes on the Kansas City Wizards in a game that will key implications on the congested Eastern Conference standings.
Currently, the Revolution lies in second place with 25 points, while KC is in ... Read More
McBride calls it quits
July 29, 2006
Brian McBride has announced his retirement from international soccer. The decision brings to an end a 13-year career that produced 30 goals in 95 matches, leaving McBride as the second all-time leading scorer in team history.
The only player in U.S. history to score in multiple World Cups ... Read More
Dunseth calls it a day
July 29, 2006
Former Revolution man, Brian Dunseth, has announced his retirement from professional soccer, according to reports in the media in Sweden, where he played for Bodens BK in 2004
Dunseth played for ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Seventeen
July 24, 2006
Houston Dynamo 1-1 New England Revolution (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
Real Salt Lake 0-1 FC Dallas (Saturday)
Dallas left it late but was finally able ... Read More
USA women coast to Ireland win
July 23, 2006
The USA got two goals from Cat Whitehill on its way to a comfortable 5-0 win over Ireland in San Diego on Sunday. The defender struck with two opportunist finishes from close range in either side of half-time to help Greg Ryan’s side to improve its 2006 record to 8-0-3.
Against an Irish ... Read More
Revs and Houston share the spoils By Andrew Hush
July 23, 2006
The Revolution had to settle for a hard-earned point from its first visit to Robertson Stadium, but Steve Nicol’s side will feel that it missed out on maximum reward. The Revs took the lead just before the hour mark when Andy Dorman’s cross was deflected into his own net by the Dynamo’s Craig ... Read More
Texas test for Revolution By Andrew Hush
July 22, 2006
The Revolution makes its first ever visit to Robertson Stadium in Houston tonight, hoping to avoid a repeat of its only previous visit to Texas this season. On 20 May, the Revs faced off against FC Dallas and were swept aside by four goals in the opening 19 minutes.
While the chances of a ... Read More
Revs sign teenager
July 20, 2006
The Revolution announced today that it has signed Miguel Gonzalez to its developmental roster. The midfielder has trained recently with the squad, having previously played for the Bradenton Academics of the PDL, for whom another Revs reserve, Jani Galik, also played.
Gonzalez, who has been ... Read More
Latham saves Revs in the end By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
July 20, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 Celtic FC
Ryan Latham fired home a fine volley with virtually the last kick of the game to earn the Revolution a deserved draw against Scottish Premier League champions, Celtic. A soft goal by substitute, Rocco Quinn, had looked to be enough to see the ... Read More
Mixed news for overseas stars
July 20, 2006
Setback for Casey
Mainz 05 forward Conor Casey will undergo an operation on his previously injured right knee and will miss the start of the Budesliga season, according to Yanks Abroad.
The native of ... Read More
Lilly rested by USA
July 20, 2006
Kristine Lilly will miss the USA’s next two internationals as Head Coach, Greg Ryan, continues to look at a wide pool of players, ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualification tournament.
Lilly, who scored her side’s winner in its 3-2 triumph over Sweden last Saturday, will take a seat for ... Read More
Revs ready for Celtic test By Andrew Hush
July 19, 2006
It might only be a ‘friendly’ but tonight’s game against Celtic is an opportunity for the Revolution to test itself against one of the most famous club sides in world soccer and, also, try to bounce back from last Friday’s surprise defeat to Real Salt Lake.
Steve Nicol’s men will play the ... Read More
Hoops hope to end tough tour in style By Andrew Hush
July 19, 2006
Gordon Strachan was putting a positive spin on Celtic’s fragmented pre-season on Tuesday, as he looked to put the finishing touches to his side’s preparation for its third and final match on its ten day trip to the USA.
Last week, Strachan told the Sunday Mail newspaper that he was not sure ... Read More
Boxx crocked again
July 19, 2006
USA midfielder, Shannon Boxx, has torn the anterior cruciate and medal collateral ligaments in her left knee and is expected to be out of action from 6-8 months. The former Boston Renegade had only just returned to training following hip surgery and was expected to make her playing comeback ... Read More
Gansler quits in Kansas City
July 19, 2006
A day after Bruce Arena was announced as the next Head Coach of the New York Red Bulls, the Eastern Conference today saw another new man take charge at the helm of one of its clubs, following the announcement in Kansas City that Bob Gansler has resigned as boss of the Wizards, who have appointed ... Read More
Arena takes over in New York
July 18, 2006
Bruce Arena has been confirmed as the new head coach of the New York Red Bulls. In addition, Arena, who last week lost his job as the coach of the USA national team, will also serve as the Red Bulls’ sporting director. The New York native will oversee all of the club's soccer operations, ... Read More
All-Star Roster Finalized
July 18, 2006
MLS All-Star team Head Coach, Peter Nowak, has announced the full 18-player roster for the Sierra Mist MLS All-Star Game, against Chelsea on 5 August.
With Clint Dempsey, Shalrie Joseph and Ante Razov not able to compete due to
the regular season game a day later between Chivas USA and ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Sixteen
July 17, 2006
New England Revolution 1-3 Real Salt Lake (Friday)
For a full game report, click here.
New York Red Bulls 1-0 Colorado Rapids (Friday)
Amado Guevara’s 34th minute penalty ... Read More
Lilly the hero again
July 16, 2006
Kristine Lilly smashed home a left-footed shot in stoppage time to grab a 3-2 win for the USA over Sweden in Blaine, MN.
Carli Lloyd provided the assist for Lilly with good work to hold off a Swedish defender, before Lilly took a touch and smashed home her 110th international goal. The ... Read More
Revs embrassed after RSL game fails to follow script By Andrew Hush
July 15, 2006
It wasn’t meant to be like that, that’s for sure. The Revolution, fully refreshed after six days between games and with as many selection options as it has had at any point during this season, went into last night’s game against Real Salt Lake as a heavy favorite. After all, the Revs were 4-1-2 ... Read More
Hernandez hopes to be back soon By Andrew Hush
July 15, 2006
When Daniel Hernandez limped off in the 24th minute of the Revolution’s 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Galaxy on 6 May, the common view was that the midfielder was being withdrawn more as a precaution than anything else. True, Hernandez had earlier received lengthy treatment on his ankle on the ... Read More
Arena out as USA coach
July 14, 2006
Bruce Arena will not have his contract as the coach of the national team renewed beyond the expiration of his current one, which comes at the end of this year. The announcement, which had been widely expected, was made today by the President of US Soccer, Sunil Gulati.
Arena, who took ... Read More
Revs crash to RSL defeat By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
July 14, 2006
New England Revolution 1-3 Real Salt Lake
Defensive errors haunted the Revolution, as Real Salt Lake took all three points at Gillette Stadium. Missed tackles and lapses of concentration were the home side’s undoing and RSL took full advantage to surge into a 3-0 lead before an hour ... Read More
Dempsey suspended by MLS
July 13, 2006
Clint Dempsey will be suspended by MLS for two games, it was confirmed this morning. An official announcement is expected imminently.
The midfielder will miss Friday’s game against Real Salt Lake, as well as the road match eight days later in his home state against the Houston Dynamo. ... Read More
Revs set for Rochester trip
July 13, 2006
The Revolution faces another long midweek trip following the 5-1 US Open Cup victory by the USL Division One side Rochester Raging Rhinos over the New Hampshire Phantoms on Wednesday. The two sides will meet in the fourth round in upstate New York on Wednesday 2 August.
In last night’s ... Read More
Celtic thumped by DC
July 13, 2006
Scottish Premier League champion, Celtic, were comprehensively beaten last night by DC United, 4-0, in the side’s first game on its North American tour.
Goals from Freddy Adu, Jamil Walker, Bobby Boswell and Andy Metcalf gave a comfortable win to a DC United side that featured several ... Read More
All-Star calls are bittersweet for Revs pair By Andrew Hush
July 13, 2006
Clint Dempsey and Shalrie Joseph admitted their call-ups to the MLS all-star team were somewhat bittersweet, given that both men know they will not be able to play when the side takes on EPL champion, Chelsea, on 5 August in Chicago.
Originally scheduled for the previous weekend, on which ... Read More
Russell on the move?
July 12, 2006
Amherst, MA, native Robbie Russell is on the verge of a move from Rosenborg to its fellow Norwegian Tippeligaen side, Viborg FF, according to Yanks Abroad.
Russell, 26, has regained full fitness after a lengthy spell ... Read More
USA women set for latest test
July 12, 2006
USA women’s coach, Greg Ryan, has named an 18-player roster for this Saturday’s international friendly against Sweden in Blaine, MN.
The clash between the USA, which is second in the current FIFA world rankings, and Sweden, ranked fifth, will be broadcast live on ESPN2 at 6pm ET.
The ... Read More
Revs pair selected as All-Star starters
July 12, 2006
Revolution duo, Shalrie Joseph and Clint Dempsey, have been named to the MLS ‘First XI’ for the All-Star game, in which the league’s finest will take on EPL champion, Chelsea, at Toyota Park in Chicago on 5 August (kick-off 5.30pm).
Although the pair will be unable to take their places in ... Read More
MLS Cup and All Star tickets go on sale
July 11, 2006
For those Revs fans that are confident of their side’s progression to another MLS Cup Final, the chance to register to buy tickets for the 12 November showpiece at Pizza Hut Park in Frisco, TX, is now available.
A Random Computerized Drawing (RCD) application is available on the league’s ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Fifteen
July 10, 2006
Chicago Fire 1-2 New England Revolution (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
Houston Dynamo 3-1 Chivas USA (Saturday)
Houston fought back from a goal down to ... Read More
Italy outlasts France for World Cup glory
July 10, 2006
Italy 1-1 France (Italy won 5-3 on penalties)
Italy won its fourth World Cup after holding its nerve in a dramatic penalty shootout in Berlin. By contrast, France and, in particular, Zinedne Zidane, ruined its big day by failing to maintain its discipline.
Zidane had rolled back ... Read More
Tired Revs set as they are; happy to head home By Andrew Hush in Chicago
July 9, 2006
A weary Revolution traveling party left its Chicago airport hotel at 6:30am on Sunday morning to fly back to Boston in time for this afternoon’s World Cup Final screening event at City Hall Plaza. On the agenda following that is one thing, specifically: Rest. Meanwhile, it looks as though Steve ... Read More
Revs grind out Chicago win By Andrew Hush at Toyota Park
July 9, 2006
Chicago Fire 1-2 New England Revolution
First half goals from Steve Ralston and Andy Dorman, combined with a resolute defensive performance, were enough to see the Revolution pick up just its second road win of the season. The midfielders each scored well-worked goals in a fourteen ... Read More
Germany takes third place
July 9, 2006
Germany 3-1 Portugal 3rd Place Play-Off
To the delight of the home fans, Germany won the game no-one wants to play, as Portugal were swept aside by Juergen Klinsmann’s men.
Bastian Schweinsteiger was the home hero in a game, which saw both teams give several squad players the ... Read More
Italy favored to end France dreams By Andrew Hush
July 9, 2006
Today’s World Cup Final sees a clash of two of the powerhouses of world soccer, as Italy takes on France in Berlin.
Both sides have played their way into form as the tournament has progressed, following relatively quiet starts. The Italians were pushed hard by Ghana and tied with the USA, ... Read More
Revs set to jump into the Fire By Andrew Hush in Chicago
July 8, 2006
He may be actively recruiting new players for the second half of the season, but Steve Nicol’s (other) main priority is to make sure that the Revolution’s loss to Colorado on Tuesday night is quickly forgotten with a more positive result on Saturday night in Chicago against the Fire. ... Read More
Weimer earns WNT call-up
July 6, 2006
Connecticut’s Tiff Weimer has been called up to attend the USA’s Residency Training Camp at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA, by Head Coach, Greg Ryan.
Weimer, who will be joined by Stanford’s Rachel Buehler, has been one of the top scorers in college soccer over the past few years and ... Read More
New faces set to boost Revolution? By Andrew Hush
July 6, 2006
With the international transfer window set to open on 17 July, the Revolution is hoping to bring in some new faces to bolster its current squad.
Speaking to Soccer New England on Thursday, Steve Nicol admitted that he has identified two players in particular that he is hopeful will ... Read More
Revs Notebook - Goalkeeping coach leaves
July 6, 2006
The Revolution announced on Thursday that its goalkeeping coach, Dave Vanole, has left the club. A former USA international, Vanole had been with New England since June 2004.
Prior to joining the Revs, Vanole had served as an assistant coach at DC United. The UCLA alum has also coached at ... Read More
No luck for Revs in Colorado By Andrew Hush
July 5, 2006
Colorado Rapids 3-2 New England Revolution
A bizarre night in the Rocky Mountain state ended with New England failing to take anything out of a match that should have yielded at least a point for Steve Nicol's side. Furthermore, a game that had goals and controversy, as well as a ... Read More
Allez les Bleus!! France advance
July 5, 2006
Portugal 0-1 France Semi Final
The Zinedine Zidane farewell to soccer tour will conclude in Berlin on Sunday, following the French veteran’s decisive contribution to the second semi-final.
‘Zizou’ kept his nerve to dispatch a 35th minute penalty that would prove to be the ... Read More
Italy sends hosts home
July 4, 2006
Germany 0-2 Italy Semi-Final
After 118 minutes of stalemate, Italian left-back, Fabio Grosso bent a magnificent curling shot into Jens Lehmann's net to give the Azzurri the victory it deserved over the host nation, which puts Marcello Lippi's side one game away from its fourth World ... Read More
Revs Rapidly Back on the Road By Andrew Hush
July 4, 2006
After a week of home comforts, which was highlighted by two wins that have seen the side suddenly rocket up the Eastern Conference standings into second place, the Revolution is back out on the road this week for two games that will provide a more fitting litmus test for its revival than ... Read More
Youri out of there?
July 3, 2006
French star, Youri Djorkaeff, will return to play for the New York Red Bulls in two weeks, according to his brother, who also acts as the player's agent. It had been thought that the French star was unlikely to return to the MLS side, following his return to Europe for personal reasons at the ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Fourteen
July 3, 2006
New England Revolution 3-2 New York Red Bulls (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
Kansas City Wizards 0-2 Los Angeles Galaxy (Saturday)
Landon Donovan scored ... Read More
Dempsey takes weekly award
July 3, 2006
Clint Dempsey has been named the MLS Player of the Week, following his return to the Revolution from World Cup duty.
In two games last week, Dempsey had an assist on Taylor Twellman’s inner against FC Dallas, before claiming the first multi-goal game of his career in the Revs’ 3-2 win over ... Read More
Revs look for two in a row By Andrew Hush
July 1, 2006
With games coming thick and fast for the Revolution at the moment, the return of two more first team squad members tonight will be a welcome boost to Steve Nicol’s squad. James Riley, who was injured against Houston on 27 May and has missed six games and Jani Galik, who sat out Wednesday’s win ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Saturday 1 July
July 1, 2006
England 0-0 Portugal: Portugal won 3-1 on penalties Quarter Final
For the fifth time since 1990, England crashed out of a major tournament on penalties as Portugal held its nerve to advance to the last four.
Cristiano Ronaldo coolly slotted home his side’s fifth penalty after ... Read More
Revs release de Oliveira
July 1, 2006
The Revolution has announced that Leandro de Oliveira has been waived by the club. The former UAB-Birmingham star was the Revs’ first pick (11th overall) in the 2006 SuperDraft.
In his short period with the Revolution, De Oliveira had persistent trouble with injuries, the most recent of ... Read More
Dempsey Inspires Revolution to Victory By Shaun Gluyas at Gillette Stadium
July 1, 2006
The Revolution took its season record to 5-4-6 at Gillette Stadium with victory against the New York Red Bulls. Another inspired performance from World Cup star Clint Dempsey led New England to its second win in four days, which marked just the second time this season that the Revs have managed ... Read More
Mixed feelings for Nicol after Revs win
July 1, 2006
After watching his side beat the New York Red Bulls, 3-2, Steve Nicol was pleased that his side picked up maximum points but was, again, frustrated that the game had been more troublesome that it should have been:
“We were passing the ball well and making runs for the first 15-20 minutes ... Read More
Revs tie incentive for Phantoms
June 30, 2006
A fourth round tie against the New England Revolution would be the New Hampshire Phantoms’ reward if Sean Carey’s side can overcome Rochester Rhinos in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup on 12 July in New York.
The Phantoms overcome Milford International (CT), 4-1, on Wednesday night, though the ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Friday 30 June
June 30, 2006
Germany 1-1 Argentina: Germany won 4-2 on penalties Quarter Final
The German adventure continued as the host nation sent their countrymen into rapture with a clinical performance in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 tie with Argentina.
Goalkeeper Jens Lehmann was the German ... Read More
Revolution Victorious on Dempsey's Return By Shaun Gluyas at Gillette Stadium
June 29, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 FC Dallas
The Revolution recorded its first victory in eight games against a strong Dallas team in a game that saw the return of World Cup Star, Clint Dempsey. The game winning goal came from Taylor Twellman, in the 23rd minute, although New England did ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Fourteen
June 29, 2006
New England Revolution 1-0 FC Dallas (Wednesday)
For a full game report, click here.
New York Red Bulls 0-0 Columbus Crew (Wednesday)
The first game of the post-Mo ... Read More
NY's Revolving Door: Johnston out; Arena in?
June 28, 2006
The New York Red Bulls announced on Tuesday morning that Mo Johnston has been fired as the club’s head coach. His assistant, Richie Williams, will take charge on an interim basis, though is unlikely to be given the role on a full-time basis.
Speculation in New York is rife that current USA ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Tuesday 27 June
June 27, 2006
Brazil 3-0 Ghana Second Round
The world champions rode their luck at times but, in the end, Brazil cruised to victory over Ghana, whose World Cup adventure ended in gallant defeat.
World Cup history was made after just five minutes when Ronaldo scored his fifteenth finals ... Read More
Back in the Revs fold, Dempsey reflects By Andrew Hush
June 27, 2006
Just five days after he leapt to the attention of the greater soccer world with a stunning goal against Ghana, Clint Dempsey was back in more modest surroundings on Tuesday, as one of the USA’s few World Cup heroes returned to training with his Revolution teammates.
Following elimination ... Read More
Dempsey back to boost Revs By Andrew Hush
June 27, 2006
The Revolution welcomes FC Dallas to Gillette Stadium tonight as it seeks to win for the first time in six games. The home team will receive a boost with the return of Clint Dempsey, who has missed the last eight games due to his involvement with the USA World Cup squad.
Dempsey is likely ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Monday 26 June
June 26, 2006
Italy 1-0 Australia Second Round
Francesco Totti came off the bench to score a stoppage time penalty to send 10-man Italy through the quarter-final.
After playing since the 54th minute sending off of Marco Materazzi, Italy struck in the third and final minute of stoppage time ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Thirteen
June 26, 2006
Chicago Fire 2-0 New York Red Bulls (Sunday)
Chicago celebrated the official opening of Toyota Park with a resounding win
over the Red Bulls in front of 20,133 fans.
After a dress rehearsal had ended in disappointment on 11 June when the Revolution scored two late goals to ... Read More
All square for shot-shy Revs By Andrew Hush
June 25, 2006
Real Salt Lake 0-0 New England Revolution
The Revolution escaped from Salt Lake City with a point after the home side missed a host of chances to take all three points. New England, which employed a 4-4-2 formation that featured Jeff Larentowicz alongside Michael Parkhurst in the ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Sunday 25 June
June 25, 2006
England 1-0 Ecuador Second Round
It wasn’t pretty again, but England is through to the World Cup quarter-finals after David Beckham’s free kick on the hour proved enough to defeat Ecuador.
Beckham, who would later be plagued by a bout of dehydration-induced vomiting, made the ... Read More
Revs keen to pick up maximum points By Andrew Hush
June 24, 2006
Clint Dempsey and Avery John are set to return to Steve Nicol’s available pool of players next week but, before that, the Revolution will look to its ‘regular’ starting line-up tonight to fire it to an elusive victory against Real Salt Lake.
Nicol is likely to select the same side that has ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Saturday 24 June
June 24, 2006
Germany 2-0 Sweden Second Round
Lucas Podolski scored twice in the game’s opening twelve minutes and Germany never looked back as the host nation continued to ride the crest of a wave against Sweden.
Podolski pounced after four minutes after Sweden goalkeeper, Thomas Isaakson, ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Friday 23 June
June 23, 2006
Ukraine 1-0 Tunisia Group H
Ukraine advanced to the second round of its first ever World Cup with a unconvincing win over Tunisia, thanks to Andriy Shevchenko’s 71st minute penalty.
Chelsea’s newest signing netted from the spot after Karim Hagui was adjudged to have fouled him ... Read More
Revolution denied by late equalizer By Andrew Hush
June 22, 2006
Columbus Crew 1-1 New England Revolution
After keeping Columbus at bay for 87 minutes, the Revs defense fatally let its concentration lapse and was punished by Crew substitute, Kei Kamara, whose late header deprived Steve Nicol’s side the three points that Andy Dorman’s third goal in ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Thursday 22 June
June 22, 2006
Ghana 2-1 USA Group E
For a full game report, click here.
Czech Republic 0-2 Italy Group E
What happened to the Czech Republic? The side that destroyed the USA just ten ... Read More
USA loss ends World Cup dream By Andrew Hush
June 22, 2006
Ghana 2-1 USA Group E
Despite a fine goal from Clint Dempsey, the USA fell to defeat as Ghana joined Italy in progressing out of Group E and into the World Cup second round. Dempsey’s goal after 43 minutes was sandwiched between goals from Haminu Dramani and a hotly disputed penalty ... Read More
Revs look for win in Columbus By Andrew Hush
June 21, 2006
The Revolution traveled to Columbus yesterday ahead of tonight’s game with the Crew, knowing that it needs to maintain the form it has shown recently, which has featured two consecutive late game comebacks to secure ties, first against Chicago and then, last Saturday against DC United. ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Wednesday 21 June
June 21, 2006
Portugal 2-1 Mexico Group D
An under-strength Portugal side took a two-goal lead in the opening 24 minutes
that, ultimately, won Luis Felipe Scolari’s side its third win of the tournament, despite a valiant attempt at a fightback by Mexico.
With the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo ... Read More
RSL boss suspended for Revs game
June 21, 2006
MLS announced on Wednesday that it has suspended Real Salt Lake Head Coach John Ellinger for one game and fined him $1,000 for public criticism of referee, Ben Jones, following his side’s 2-1 loss to the Houston Dynamo last Saturday. The suspension means that Ellinger will not be on the ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Tuesday 20 June
June 20, 2006
Ecuador 0-3 Germany Group A
The host nation cruised to victory in the game and in Group A as Ecuador seemed content to rest its major stars in preparation for the second round.
From the moment that Miroslav Klose scored in the fourth minute, when he swiveled to convert Bastian ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Twelve
June 19, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 DC United (Saturday)
For a full game report, click here.
New York Red Bulls 2-1 Los Angeles Galaxy (Saturday)
The Red Bulls won for the second ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Monday 19 June
June 19, 2006
Togo 0-2 Switzerland Group G
Crisis-hit Togo turned up to play the game at least but Switzerland took the spoils as goals on either side of the break put them on the verge of qualification from Group G.
Togo had previously threatened to boycott the game as the farcical bonuses ... Read More
Gutsy USA hold Italians to stay alive By Pat Garofalo
June 18, 2006
Italy 1-1 USA
Following Monday’s loss to the Czech Republic, Bruce Arena did indeed follow through on his promise to make changes, employing a 4-5-1 formation and inserting Carlos Bocanegra, and Clint Dempsey into the starting lineup, in place of Eddie Lewis and outspoken winger ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Sunday 18 June
June 18, 2006
Japan 0-0 Croatia Group E
Japan goalkeeper, Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi, saved a first half penalty from Darijo Srna to help Zico’s side clinch its first point of the tournament.
Kawaguchi made his crucial stop after Dado Prso had been felled in the box by the challenge of Tsuneyasu ... Read More
Dorman saves Revs again By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
June 17, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 DC United
The Revolution came up with another great escape as Andy Dorman continued his happy knack of scoring vital late goals. The midfielder turned sharply to fire home through a crowded penalty area in the 86th minute, to save a point for the home side ... Read More
USA must step up against Italy By Andrew Hush
June 17, 2006
After so much build up, the USA is in danger of being eliminated from the World Cup finals just over one week into the tournament. Sure, there will be a game against Ghana next Thursday no matter what happens against Italy on Saturday, but for that match to have anything other than pride riding ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Saturday 17 June
June 17, 2006
Italy 1-1 USA Group E
For a full game report, click here.
Czech Republic 0-2 Ghana Group E
In the biggest shock of the tournament so far, Ghana threw Group E wide open ... Read More
Revs look to dent DC run By Andrew Hush
June 17, 2006
Two weeks after they clashed in the nation’s capital, the Revolution and DC will meet once again, this time at Gillette Stadium, on Saturday night. After a stirring late comeback in Chicago last Sunday, Steve Nicol is hopeful that his side can carry on where it left off against the Fire, though ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Friday 16 June
June 16, 2006
Argentina 6-0 Serbia & Montenegro Group C
Against a side that had conceded juts one goal in ten qualifying games, Argentina put on a clinic to humble Serb and Montenegro in Gelsenkirchen.
On the same field that the USA lost to the Czech Republic just four days
earlier, Jose ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Thursday 15 June
June 15, 2006
Ecuador 3-0 Costa Rica Group A
Ecuador proved that its opening day win against Poland was not a flash in the pan with a magnificent display to secure its passage to the second round and condemn Costa Rica to an early flight home.
After the Costa Ricans had show some bright ... Read More
Mutiny get back to winning ways
June 14, 2006
The New England Mutiny (3-1, 2-1 WPSL East-North) bounced back from the disappointment of having its 20-game WPSL Eastern Conference unbeaten run ended just five days earlier with a 4-2 win over Bay State Select (1-3, 1-3 WPSL East-North) at Agawam High School.
The home side took the lead ... Read More
Record audiences tune in to watch World Cup
June 14, 2006
The highest audience ever to watch a soccer game on ESPN2 was recorded on Monday, when over two million households tuned in to watch the USA’s opening World Cup game, against the Czech Republic.
The game earned a 2.3 rating and was viewed in 2.06 million households, according to Nielsen. ... Read More
Revs investigate building own stadium
June 14, 2006
MLS confirmed in a press release on Wednesday that, in conjunction with the Kraft family, the Commissioner’s Office will begin work on the search for a new home for the Revolution.
The league is to invite enquiries from communities that may be interested in hosting the team. In today’s ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Wednesday 14 June
June 14, 2006
Spain 4-0 Ukraine Group H
They may be known as slow starters and perennial underachievers, but the Spanish ca. 2006 served warning against Ukraine that they are a force to be reckoned with in Germany.
In the most impressive team performance of the tournament to date, Luis ... Read More
Voltage look to draw RI sting
June 14, 2006
The Vermont Voltage travel to Rhode Island on Wednesday in search of its elusive first win of the season. The Voltage (0-4-3) will take-on the Stingrays (3-2), who are currently second in the standings of the New England Division in the PDL.
The Voltage split victories with the Stingrays ... Read More
Reality Czech for the USA By Andrew Hush
June 13, 2006
First, let me say that I take no pleasure in writing this opinion piece today. Nor did I necessarily expect to have to adopt the negative tone I am about to. Like many, I truly thought that the USA was capable of taking something from yesterday’s game with the Czech Republic. How wrong we all ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Tuesday 13 June
June 13, 2006
South Korea 2-1 Togo Group G
South Korea fought back from a goal down to record its first World Cup finals
win outside its own country with an inspired second half display against a Togo side that faded after the sending off of its captain, Jean-Paul Abalo.
After Togo took a ... Read More
Humbled: USA fall to Czechs By Andrew Hush
June 13, 2006
USA 0-3 Czech Republic
It took under five minutes for the USA to realize that all the ‘Send-Off Series and friendly games in the world are no preparation for the World Cup. In one of the worst performances under Bruce Arena’s tutelage, the USA was swept aside by a rampant Czech ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Eleven
June 12, 2006
Chicago Fire 3-3 New England Revolution (Sunday)
For a full game report, click here.
FC Dallas 2-1 Chivas USA
Carlos Ruiz equaled an MLS record with a goal in his seventh ... Read More
USA ready for opening game By Andrew Hush
June 12, 2006
After months of waiting, the (first) day of reckoning for the USA is here. At noon Claudio Reyna will lead his men into battle against the Czech Republic in Gelsenkirchen, not just with the hopes of a nation on their shoulders, but with more expectation surrounding it than any previous national ... Read More
Nicol reflects on bittersweet night By Andrew Hush
June 12, 2006
After watching his side improbably save a point with a stirring late fightback against the Chicago Fire, Revolution boss Steve Nicol paid tribute to the spirit of his team, before suggesting that, had prior decisions gone the Revs’ way, Steve Ralston and Andy Dorman’s injury-time goals would ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Monday 12 June
June 12, 2006
USA 0-3 Czech Republic Group E
For a full game report, click here.
Italy 2-0 Ghana Group E
If they were watching after their embarrassing defeat to the Czech Republic, the ... Read More
Dorman's late show saves Revs By Andrew Hush
June 12, 2006
New England Revolution 3-3 Chicago Fire
A crazy finish in Chicago saw the Revolution overcome frustration, physical intimidation and some questionable officiating to escape with a point. Andy Dorman’s goal after four minutes of stoppage time capped a remarkable comeback which he had ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Sunday 11 June
June 11, 2006
Serbia & Montenegro 0-1 Holland - Group C
After Argentina survived its opening game on Saturday, Holland was similarly tested a day later but was able to grab the only goal of the game against the solid, but spectacularly unspectacular, Serbia and Montenegro.
In an attritional ... Read More
Revolution looks to heat up in Chicago By Andrew Hush
June 10, 2006
All eyes might be on Germany for the next month but the Revolution is determined to make sure that, by the time the World Cup is hoisted in Berlin on 9 July, it will be in a better position than the one it currently finds itself in.
New England is currently in third place in the Eastern ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Saturday 10 June
June 10, 2006
England 1-0 Paraguay - Group B
A third minute own goal from Paraguay captain, Carlos Gamarra, gave England an
opening game win in Frankfurt. Gamarra was unfortunate to see his attempted clearance of David Beckham’s wicked in-swinging free-kick deflect past Jose Villar in the ... Read More
World Cup Round-Up – Friday 9 June
June 9, 2006
Germany 4-2 Costa Rica - Group A
The World Cup got off to a blistering start as hosts Germany and Costa Rica served up a six-goal thriller in Munich.
After a star-studded opening ceremony, German left-back Philip Lahm wasted no time in scoring the first goal of the tournament, ... Read More
Maxfield continues to live the American soccer dream
June 9, 2006
It’s not just Clint Dempsey that is representing New England at the World Cup this summer. Phil Wheddon, the USA’s goalkeeping coach, lives in Monroe, CT, and the squad’s equipment coordinator, Ryan Maxfield, is a native of Rutland, VT.
Maxfield graduated from UVM in 2000 where, as a ... Read More
World Cup Predictions
June 9, 2006
Ahead of the World Cup, Soccer New England asked local soccer figures for their predictions. Here are their thoughts. You can add your own views by sending your picks to newsdesk@soccernewengland.com.
The Professionals
Steve Nicol (New ... Read More
Here we go!! By Andrew Hush (wearing his psychic's hat!)
June 9, 2006
After four years of waiting, the World Cup is back and the 2006 version promises to be bigger and better than ever. No event in world sport has the pulling power of what we are about to see in Germany, as the best players on the planet come together to battle it out for world supremacy.
The ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group H By Andrew Hush
June 8, 2006
Spain
Always the bridesmaid, underachieving Spain is set for its eight World Cup finals in succession and will hope that, finally, it can make an impression fitting of the undoubted skill it has in its squad.
Four years ago, Spain was cruelly eliminated by South Korea in a ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group G By Andrew Hush
June 7, 2006
France
The 1998 champions feature several of that year’s successful squad in Germany, which is an indictment of the state of Les Bleus. Raymond Domenech’s side should have few problems negotiating a relatively easy group, but it would be a mild shock if they are to progress deep into ... Read More
Yallop replaces Sampson in LA
June 7, 2006
Less than 24 hours after firing Steve Sampson, the Los Angeles Galaxy has a new coach. Frank Yallop has left his position in charge of the Canadian national team to return to MLS, the league in which he won two championships, in 2001 and 2003, when he was in charge of the San Jose ... Read More
Nicol looking for increase in quality By Andrew Hush
June 7, 2006
With the eyes of the world likely to be on Germany of the next month, the Revolution is facing its own crucial stretch, as it aims to ensure that the recent bad run of form it has endured does not become the pattern for the remainder of the season. Between now and 9 July, the day of the World ... Read More
USA beats Angola
June 6, 2006
Though information from the USA camp has been limited, various sources have indicated that yesterday’s scrimmage against Angola saw Bruce Arena’s side win 1-0 with a goal from Brian McBride.
The behind-closed-doors friendly, which had such a status because FIFA will not sanction matches so ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group F By Andrew Hush
June 6, 2006
Brazil
The reigning champions are favorites to lift the trophy for the sixth time and one look at the squad chosen by Carlos Alberto Parreira explains why, with the names tripping off the tongue like a who’s who of world soccer.
Brazil should coast through Group F without ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Ten
June 5, 2006
DC United 1-0 New England Revolution
For a full game report, click here.
FC Dallas 1-2 Columbus Crew
Columbus bounced back from its 5-1 humbling at the hands of DC United ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group E By Andrew Hush
June 5, 2006
USA
The best squad in USA soccer history it most certainly is but Bruce Arena’s men will still cause an upset should they advance beyond the group stages, in which they face three formidable opponents.
Analysis of who they play, where they play them and in what order has seen ... Read More
One week until kick-off for USA By Andrew Hush
June 5, 2006
The USA World Cup squad has been in Germany for several days now and, with one week until its opening game against the Czech Republic is beginning to finalize its preparation for the start of the tournament.
Today, Bruce Arena’s side will play Angola in a behind-closed-doors friendly, which ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group D By Andrew Hush
June 4, 2006
Portugal
A European Championship finalist two years ago, Portugal should win Group D at a canter and have the big-name players to make an impression in the tournament’s knockout stages.
Once again, the Portuguese have an embarrassment of riches in midfield with, by contrast, a ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group C By Andrew Hush
June 3, 2006
Argentina
The South American giants will face no easy games as they attempt to live up to their billing as one of the pre-tournament favorites in what is this World Cup’s ‘Group of Death’.
Jose Pekerman’s side is loaded with talent and certainly has the capability to win the ... Read More
Parkhurst well aware of DC threat By Andrew Hush
June 3, 2006
A trip to the home of the Eastern Conference leaders is daunting enough but the Revolution heads into RFK Stadium tonight to play DC United with a scratch side that, following two wins on the trot has stumbled badly in recent weeks against FC Dallas and Houston Dynamo to pick up just one point ... Read More
Revs go down in DC By Andrew Hush
June 3, 2006
DC United 1-0 New England Revolution
The Revolution fell behind to a controversial Jaime Moreno goal, scored in the 14th minute, and could not get back on terms, despite creating two clear-cut chances for Taylor Twellman on either side of half-time. The Revs had an Andy Dorman goal ... Read More
Twellman scare for Revs By Andrew Hush
June 2, 2006
With so many injuries to contend with, the sight of Taylor Twellman wincing in agony as he limped away from the training field on Thursday was about the last thing Steve Nicol needed to see. The Revs striker pulled up in distress following an innocuous-looking challenge with Jay Heaps in a ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group B By Andrew Hush
June 2, 2006
England
England’s first-choice side is a match for any team in world football, but Sven-Goran Eriksson will need contributions from outside that XI if England is to win its second World Cup. Group B should not present too much of a problem to the English, who will be too strong for ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Dempsey ready to go
June 1, 2006
Clint Dempsey and the rest of his USA teammates will take off this afternoon for the World Cup in Germany. Following a three-week training camp, which culminated over the Memorial Day weekend with a trio of friendly games, the USA will now complete its preparation for the tournament in the host ... Read More
World Cup Preview: Group A By Andrew Hush
June 1, 2006
Germany
Despite reports that Germany is in crisis and with a coach that seems to prefer California to Cologne, write off the host nation at your peril for a number of reasons. Germany is sure to be there in the shake-up in the knockout stages.
Group A would seem to be ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Ten
June 1, 2006
DC United 5-1 Columbus Crew
Peter Nowak’s side warmed up for this Saturday’s visit by the Revolution with an ominous performance against the Crew. After Jaime Moreno’s 100th MLS regular season goal had been cancelled out by the second of the season for former Cape Cod Crusader, ... Read More
Beaten-Up Revs slog on By Andrew Hush
May 31, 2006
The Revolution got back to work on Tuesday as attention began to look towards Saturday’s trip to Eastern Conference pacesetters, DC United. Once again, numbers were lacking due to the current injury crisis that is affecting the squad, with the latest victim being James Riley, who yesterday had a ... Read More
Celtic to play Revs on summer tour
May 31, 2006
Celtic will play the Revolution in one of its three games on the east coast during a 10-day tour in July that will see the Scottish giants based in Boston. The game is sure to be popular with local fans, with five Celtic supporters clubs in existence throughout New England.
Revolution ... Read More
USA ends World Cup preparation with a win By Andrew Hush at Rentschler Field
May 28, 2006
USA 1-0 Latvia
Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT, was the venue tonight as the USA played the final of its three ‘Send-Off Series’ games, prior to its departure for the World Cup in Germany. An enthusiastic crowd of 24,636 watched as the USA signed off with a 1-0 win over Latvia, ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Nine
May 28, 2006
New York Red Bulls 1-2 FC Dallas
In the opening game of a double-header that would later feature an international friendly between Colombia and Ecuador, it was another South American that had the final say to fire FC Dallas to its first road win of the season.
Trailing to the ... Read More
Convey, Dempsey highlight USA win By Andrew Hush
May 27, 2006
In the state that houses the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, the USA failed to totally reach the high notes in last night’s 2-0 win over Venezuela but Bruce Arena will be happy that his side at least responded in the right way to a performance three days previously against Morocco that, thanks to ... Read More
Nicol fires back in Lochhead Club v Country saga By Andrew Hush
May 27, 2006
Steve Nicol has reacted to claims by the New Zealand coach, Ricki Herbert, who said it was the Revolution that prohibited Tony Lochhead joining up with the All Whites on its current tour of Europe.
Last week Herbert spoke out on the matter, suggesting that the Revolution had rejected his ... Read More
Revs hope practice makes perfect By Andrew Hush
May 27, 2006
Steve Nicol said on Friday that his team talk tonight is not unnecessary but the Revolution coach will surely be hoping that, beyond the specific threats posed to his team by Houston, the memories of last week’s game in Dallas will render the need for any motivational speech somewhat ... Read More
Revs foiled by late Houston equalizer By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
May 27, 2006
New England Revolution 1-1 Houston Dynamo
Ryan Cochrane’s 86th minute leveler foiled the Revolution’s hopes of taking all three points, which looked to be on the cards when Steve Ralston’s 55th minute goal had put the home side ahead.
Cochrane capitalized on slack marking by ... Read More
Gibbs to miss World Cup By Andrew Hush
May 26, 2006
The USA’s week of woe continued on Thursday when Cory Gibbs was forced out of the World Cup squad with a knee injury, apparently sustained during the 1-0 loss to Morocco on Tuesday night. The news is the latest blow to Bruce Arena, who also saw his captain limp off during the game with hamstring ... Read More
Uninspired USA has plenty to work on
May 24, 2006
This wasn’t exactly the way it was meant to be. The USA began its ‘Send-Off Series’ on Tuesday night with the fanfare of a team that expects to make its presence felt in Germany. 26,141 packed into the Coliseum in Nashville, TN, expecting to see their heroes dispatch Morocco in the first of ... Read More
MLS heading back to Bay Area
May 24, 2006
MLS will announce today that it has formed a partnership with Lew Wolff and John Fisher, principle owners of the Oakland Athletics, to bring professional soccer back to the Bay Area. Wolff and Fisher have acquired a three-year exclusive option to acquire a MLS team should the group be successful ... Read More
Leonard out; Wynn in
May 24, 2006
The Revolution announced today that Marshall Leonard has been placed on the season-ending injury list. The move will enable the Revs to receive roster relief, meaning that the club may sign another player to replace Leonard on the 18-player senior roster.
Leonard tore the achilles tendon in ... Read More
USA ready for Send-Off Series By Andrew Hush
May 23, 2006
The USA World Cup squad faces Morocco tonight in Nashville, TN, in the first of its three ‘Send-Off Series’ games. Following this evening’s game, Bruce Arena’s men will move on to Cleveland, OH, to face Venezuela on Friday, before rounding out a busy five days against Latvia in Hartford, CT on ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Eight
May 22, 2006
FC Dallas 4-0 New England Revolution
For a full match report, click here.
Houston Dynamo 0-1 Chicago Fire
Chicago extended its winning run to six games as it continued to ... Read More
Anschutz awarded National Soccer Medal of Honor
May 22, 2006
Philip Anschutz has been chosen to receive the National Soccer Medal of Honor and induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame. The medal is presented only when it is felt that the recipient’s contribution to soccer is so significant as to have changed the course of the sport’s history.
... Read More
Strikers aim to heat up Texas night By Andrew Hush
May 20, 2006
Tonight sees the two hottest strikers in MLS match up in the Texas heat, when Taylor Twellman and Carlos Ruiz aim to fire their respective sides to victory as FC Dallas welcomes the Revolution to Pizza Hut Park.
After a slow start to the season, in which he went three games without a goal, ... Read More
Revolution stumble to Dallas defeat By Andrew Hush
May 20, 2006
FC Dallas 4-0 New England Revolution
Last weekend the Revolution fell behind in the 19th minute to Chivas USA. By that stage tonight at Pizza Hut Park, Matt Reis had picked the ball out of his net a total of four times as a combination of slack defending and marking and a failure to ... Read More
Lochhead to miss NZ tour By Andrew Hush
May 19, 2006
Despite pressure from the New Zealand soccer association, Tony Lochhead will not be released to the All Whites for their forthcoming tour of Europe, which will see the All Whites play four games between 20 May and 5 June. The Revolution has decreed that, in the light of its current injury ... Read More
Revolution announces schedule changes
May 18, 2006
The Revolution has announced two further changes to its 2006 schedule, affecting two dates in July.
The Revs’ match at Kansas City - previously scheduled for Wednesday 19 July - has been moved to Saturday 29 July. The game will be played at 8:30pm (ET) and will be broadcast live on Fox ... Read More
Banged Up Revs Keep Going By Andrew Hush
May 17, 2006
Given its current problems, the Revolution might want to consider issuing a fitness report detailing who is ready to play, rather than the traditional injury report. On Tuesday, the fit members of Steve Nicol’s squad trained at Gillette Stadium, a group that was missing the following men (as ... Read More
Smith almost ready for comeback By Andrew Hush
May 16, 2006
After over seven months on the sidelines, you can forgive Khano Smith for being slightly desperate to get involved in training again as he enters what, he hopes, is the final furlong of his long road to recovery.
Smith has been out of competitive action since injuring his left knee in last ... Read More
Revs at bottom of attendance table
May 16, 2006
With the exception of the Chicago Fire, which awaits the opening of its new stadium in June, the Revolution is currently ranked at the bottom of the MLS pile in average attendance, having amassed just 30,063 total fans in its first three games of 2006 at Gillette Stadium.
The Revolution has ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Seven
May 15, 2006
New England Revolution 3-1 Chivas USA
For a full game report, click here.
FC Dallas 1-1 Houston Dynamo
The hapless Clarence Goodson scored his second own goal of the ... Read More
Reserves battle to scoreless tie By Revolution media relations
May 15, 2006
The Revolution’s reserves drew 0-0 with Chivas USA’s second string in rainy conditions on Sunday. Revs goalkeeper Doug Warren produced several excellent saves for New England to post the shutout. Former Revolution midfielder Braden Cloutier appeared for Chivas USA in the first half.
Chivas ... Read More
Citizen Dorman enjoys home comforts By Andrew Hush
May 14, 2006
Andy Dorman stood in the Revolution dressing room after Saturday night’s game with a glazed expression on his face, which was hardly surprising after the week the Revolution midfielder had.
“It’s been pretty hectic,” he admitted. “I played (against Los Angeles) on Saturday night and then ... Read More
Revs know they have to be sharper By Andrew Hush
May 14, 2006
Although he was pleased that his side’s offense continued to be more clinical in front of goal, Revolution boss Steve Nicol tempered his satisfaction with a warning that his side would not continue to be successful if it opened up games in the way it did in its eventual 3-1 win against Chivas ... Read More
Officiating had an off night By Andrew Hush
May 14, 2006
The performance of twitchy-fingered referee Mark Geiger last night at Gillette Stadium suggested that it was not just the defenses of the two sides that had an indifferent evening.
Maybe it was the weather that caused the man in the middle to continually put his hand in his top pocket, ... Read More
Revs fight back to beat Chivas By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
May 13, 2006
New England Revolution 3-1 Chivas USA
In front of 6,882 hardy souls, the Revolution overcame a shaky start to win its second consecutive game. Having fallen behind to a Chivas side that started the game well, goals from Andy Dorman, Shalrie Joseph and Taylor Twellman saw the Revs ... Read More
Franchino back for Chivas test By Andrew Hush
May 13, 2006
Revolution skipper Joe Franchino will return to the starting line-up against Chivas USA on Saturday night, having shaken off a troublesome hamstring injury that had kept him out for two games.
Franchino will replace Daniel Hernandez, who has not recovered from a left ankle sprain in time ... Read More
Revs squad stretched; Nicol hopes reinforcements come through By Andrew Hush
May 13, 2006
With Daniel Hernandez its latest addition, the Revolution has an injury list that shows little sign of clearing up any time soon. Joe Franchino has recovered from a hamstring strain and his return is much-needed. Hernandez joins Pat Noonan, Ryan Latham, Khano Smith and Leandro de Oliveira on the ... Read More
Martino on the move
May 12, 2006
Connecticut native Kyle Martino is on his way out of the Columbus Crew as part of a four player trade that sees him head west to the Los Angeles Galaxy with John Wolyniec in exchange for ex-Cape Cod Crusader Joseph Ngwenya and Ned Grabavoy.
Martino, a USA international, had been in and out ... Read More
Toronto FC confirmed as MLS' newest franchise
May 11, 2006
At a press conference on Thursday morning, MLS confirmed that Toronto FC will enter as the league’s thirteenth member in 2007.
The newest member of the league, which will play in red and white, originally was given the go-ahead from the league to begin planning for its first Canadian ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Seven
May 11, 2006
FC Dallas 1-0 Los Angeles Galaxy
Carlos Ruiz’s 20th minute goal, which came when he was first to react to a deflection from Ramón Nunez’s initial effort, was enough to give FC Dallas all three points and return Colin Clarke’s side to the top of the Western Conference ... Read More
Fans: Cast your All-Star votes
May 10, 2006
MLS fans can make their voices heard by choosing the players they want to see compete versus English Premier League champion Chelsea FC in the 2006 Sierra Mist MLS All-Star Game, to be held in Chicago’s new soccer-specific stadium in Bridgeview, IL. The game will be nationally televised live on ... Read More
Joseph calls for Revs to press on By Andrew Hush
May 10, 2006
Fresh from his double strike last Saturday, Revs midfielder Shalrie Joseph insisted that, though it was nice to get his first goals of the season, the most pleasing thing for him was the way the team performed to beat the Los Angeles Galaxy so comprehensively.
“We have struggled a little ... Read More
USA completes Japan sweep
May 9, 2006
Kristine Lilly set up substitute Natasha Kai for the only goal of the game as the USA defeated Japan for the second time in three days.
After Abby Wambach’s hat-trick had powered Greg Ryan’s side to 3-1 win on Sunday, the return game was a more defensive affair, with the USA allowing just ... Read More
Wambach whacks Japan
May 8, 2006
Despite falling behind after three minutes, the USA women’s national team fought back a a hat-trick from Abby Wambach saw them emerge with a 3-1 win over hosts Japan.
Japan shocked the USA early as they scored off a corner kick through Azusa Iwashimizu. The goal marked the first time the ... Read More
Gibbs signs for Charlton
May 8, 2006
Former Brown standout, Cory Gibbs, has signed for English Premier League side, Charlton Athletic, on a free transfer according to the club's website. The deal is subject to Gibbs obtaining a work permit.
Gibbs, who earned All-American status twice during his four years (1997-2000) at the ... Read More
Weimer in the goals for USA Under-21s
May 8, 2006
The USA Under-21 women’s side has completed a highly successful tour of Germany and Holland with a 100% record.
Led by four goals from Danesha Adams and two goals from Tiff Weimer, Jill Ellis’ side defeated Seastum, 2-1, the Dutch national team, 2-0 and Duisburg, 3-0.
Weimer scored ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Six
May 7, 2006
New England Revolution 4-0 Los Angeles Galaxy
For a full game report, click here.
Kansas City Wizards 1-1 Chicago Fire
Chicago picked up another valuable point on the ... Read More
Nicol delighted with all-round display By Andrew Hush
May 7, 2006
So Steve Nicol was right, after all. The Revs were close to giving someone a sound beating and on Saturday, in front of the national television cameras and Eusebio, one of the finest strikers the world has ever seen, they did. Goals from Taylor Twellman, Steve Ralston and Shalrie Joseph (2) were ... Read More
Reserves fight back to tie
May 7, 2006
The Revolution’s second string, featuring several guest players, fought back from a two-goal deficit to tie their Los Angeles counterparts at Gillette Stadium on Saturday night. In doing so, the Revolution picked up its first point of the season.
After former Cape Cod Crusader, Joseph ... Read More
Twellman played with a heavy heart By Andrew Hush
May 7, 2006
Taylor Twellman admitted after Saturday’s game that a big part of him would have preferred to be with his family in St. Louis rather than at Gillette Stadium, following the death of his grandfather a day earlier. However, the Revs striker admitted that he wanted to play and dedicate his display ... Read More
Revs romp to Galaxy win By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
May 6, 2006
New England Revolution 4-0 Los Angeles Galaxy
The Revolution hit form with a four-goal display to destroy a poor Los Angeles Galaxy side at Gillette Stadium. Taylor Twellman got things going early to end his rough week on a happy note, before Steve Ralston and a double from Shalrie ... Read More
Lalas and Overbeck enter the Hall By Andrew Hush
May 6, 2006
The National Soccer Hall of Fame announced today that former Revolution defender, Alexi Lalas, and Carla Overbeck, a veteran of the 1991 Women’s World Cup winning team, are the 2006 inductees.
Lalas, who hit the headlines recently when he resigned as President and General Manager of the ... Read More
Ralston back for Revs By Andrew Hush
May 5, 2006
Last season’s MLS Cup finalists stumble into Gillette Stadium this afternoon having amassed just three wins between them this season and with much to prove to pundits and fans that tipped them to make a repeat run to Frisco this November.
Steve Nicol looks set to have Steve Ralston back in ... Read More
Revs duo disappointed by World Cup squad exclusion By Andrew Hush
May 4, 2006
As the rain fell at Gillette Stadium on Wednesday, Pat Noonan and Steve Ralston reflected with disappointment on being left out of the USA World Cup squad, admitting that the recent injuries they have both endured were likely a key factor in Bruce Arena’s decision not to call them up.
“I ... Read More
Revs boss confident of strong response from disappointed stars By Andrew Hush
May 4, 2006
Steve Nicol admitted on Wednesday that, with his coach’s hat on, the prospect of losing just one of his players to World Cup duty is good news for him. However, as a man who experienced playing in the biggest tournament of all, the Revolution boss was prepared to put aside club priorities for ... Read More
Bittersweet day for Dempsey By Andrew Hush
May 4, 2006
Clint Dempsey’s celebration of the news that he has been included in the World Cup squad was tinged by sadness following the news of the fatal shooting of a close friend back in Texas.
Jonathan Hawkins, who was known as ‘Big Hawk’, collaborated with Dempsey on the Revolution star’s ‘Don’t ... Read More
As Dempsey celebrates, Revs have to pick up the pieces By Andrew Hush
May 3, 2006
So, after all the speculation, after every ‘expert’ had made his or her selection, the only man that counted made his, resulting in dreams coming true for some and dreams being shattered for others. It’s a tough job but some body has to do it and yesterday afternoon, in ultra modern style, Bruce ... Read More
Injury rules Hejduk out of World Cup
May 3, 2006
Less than 24 hours after he named his squad, USA coach, Bruce Arena, has been forced to make a change. According to US Soccer’s official website, a torn ACL has ruled out Frankie Hejduk of what would have been his third ... Read More
Twellman signs with Red Bull
May 3, 2006
Taylor Twellman has entered into a multi-year endorsement deal with Red Bull Energy Drink. The agreement formalizes a longtime relationship between Twellman and the company.
Twellman will represent Red Bull Energy Drink in a variety of activities from soccer camps and clinics, to helping ... Read More
Dempsey's 'Don't Tread' Collaborator Murdered
May 2, 2006
Big Hawk, a Houston area rapper and a collaborator on Clint Dempsey’s ‘Don't Tread’ song, was fatally shot overnight while heading to a friend's house on the city's south side, reports today’s Houston Chronicle.
Jonathan ... Read More
The Weimer Wire
May 2, 2006
April 26th- May 1st: Holland / Germany
Tiff Weimer, whose standout career at Penn State saw her break the all-time Big Ten scoring record and also finish as runner-up for the MAC Hermann Trophy twice in successive years, is currently in Europe with the USA Under-21 ... Read More
Nicol enjoys Liverpool reunion
May 2, 2006
Revolution coach Steve Nicol was back at Anfield yesterday to play in a charity game featuring Liverpool and Everton, twenty years after the two clubs met in the FA Cup Final.
Nicol had jetted off to England immediately after the Revolution’s 2-1 defeat to the Chicago Fire on Sunday and ... Read More
USA World Cup Squad: Dempsey in, Twellman out
May 2, 2006
Despite being the leading goalscorer for the USA in 2006, Taylor Twellman has been left out of the squad for the World Cup in Germany. Twellman, who has four goals in six international appearances this year, has been left in favor of Brian Ching, whose six goals in MLS so far this season, have ... Read More
Germany bound? Soccer New England's 23 By Andrew Hush
May 1, 2006
On 14 February, in the aftermath of the USA’s training camp and early-year games, I boldly predicted who I thought would make Bruce Arena’s final roster:
Goalkeepers: Kasey Keller, Marcus Hahnemann, Tim Howard
Defenders: Oguchi Onyewu, Steve Cherundolo, Greg Berhalter, ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Five
April 30, 2006
Real Salt Lake 2-3 Los Angeles Galaxy
Landon Donovan scored his first goal of the season and added his third and fourth assists as the Galaxy picked up its second win of the season against Salt Lake, which slipped to its fourth loss in five games.
Donovan leveled proceedings in ... Read More
Revolution 1-2 Chicago Fire By Shaun Gluyas at Gillete Stadium
April 30, 2006
The first home game of 2006 was a disappointment for the Revolution as the Chicago Fire returned home with three points. The win for Chicago broke a barren run for them at Gillette, which had seen the Revolution win the previous six meetings at Foxboro.
Following an uneventful first half, ... Read More
Nicol has tough choices to make By Andrew Hush
April 30, 2006
Ahead of the Revolution’s home opener against the Chicago Fire, Steve Nicol faces a selection dilemma with three regular starters almost certainly out of contention. Nicol admitted at Saturday’s training session that he does not expect Joe Franchino, Steve Ralston or Pat Noonan to feature and ... Read More
Revs disappointed with loss By Shaun Gluyas
April 30, 2006
Paul Mariner, the Revolution assistant coach, spoke of his disappointment with Sunday’s loss to the Chicago Fire:
“All the players know, we know that we’ve got to improve. We can’t give goals away like that. We are not under illusions that it was one of our better performances. We’ve given ... Read More
Nicol and Mariner know what World Cup hopefuls are going through By Andrew Hush
April 29, 2006
Three days before Bruce Arena makes or breaks the dreams of players across the country, among the Revolution coaching staff, there is a feeling of empathy towards those nervously awaiting the news of the USA squad, which will be officially announced at 6pm on Tuesday night.
Steve Nicol was ... Read More
Revs 2006 Salary Details
April 29, 2006
Based on documents obtained by the Washington Post this week, the New England Revolution has the lowest wage bill in MLS. Taylor Twellman is the highest paid of the current squad, leading a crop of eight men that earn six figure salaries.
Twellman, Taylor: $175,000 (Base), $181,666 ... Read More
Palencia is the league's highest paid
April 29, 2006
Documents obtained by the Washington Post this week have revealed that Chivas USA’s Paco Palencia is the highest paid player in MLS this season. Earning a base salary of $692,308, Palencia’s guaranteed income almost doubles that amount at $1.36m.
Next highest on the rich list is Landon ... Read More
Lochhead and John on international duty
April 28, 2006
Tony Lochhead and Avery John are set to return to the Revolution after participating in international games today.
Lochhead started at left-back in both of New Zealand’s games against Chile. The first encounter saw the home side run out comfortable winners, with Lochhead and his Kiwi ... Read More
Revs ready to reverse recent fortunes By Andrew Hush
April 27, 2006
Nearly two weeks ago, at the start of his side’s extended break, Revs boss, Steve Nicol, admitted that the rest had come at a good time for his side, which was ailing with injuries after a long pre-season and a tough three game road schedule to open the regular season.
With the home opener ... Read More
USA women name Japan squad
April 26, 2006
Connecticut’s Kristine Lilly will captain the USA women on their upcoming two-game tour of Japan, which will feature games against the host nation on 7 and 9 May.
Lilly, who has scored 109 international goals in her 309 appearances for her country, leads a roster which features 17 players ... Read More
Garber highlights positives throughout MLS By Andrew Hush
April 26, 2006
In the presence of MLS Commissioner, Don Garber, and his deputy, Ivan Gazidis, the New England Revolution held its media day on Tuesday at Gillette Stadium ahead of its 2006 home opener against the Chicago Fire on Sunday.
Speaking in front of a large group of assembled media, the ... Read More
Leonard out for the season
April 25, 2006
Revolution midfielder, Marshall Leonard, had surgery on Monday night on his left Achilles tendon, which he ruptured during Monday’s scrimmage against Boston College.
Team physician, Dr, Bertam Zarins, performed the surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. It is expected that Leonard, who ... Read More
Dempsey and Twellman doubles boost Revs By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
April 25, 2006
Revolution 4-1 Harvard University
Clint Dempsey scored twice and had two assists on a brace of goals for Taylor Twellman as the Revolution ran out 4-1 winners over Harvard University on Tuesday afternoon.
Fielding another strong side, the Revs took the lead in the 15th minute ... Read More
Boston College stuns Revs
April 24, 2006
A near full strength Revolution side outshot Boston College 23-6 but, in-keeping with its early season form, could not take advantage of its dominance and fell to a surprise 3-1 defeat to Ed Kelly’s side. USA U20 international, Charlie Davies, showed he is back to his best following a knee ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Four
April 23, 2006
Los Angeles Galaxy 0-1 Columbus Crew
Substitute Kyle Martino fired a stoppage time winner to give Columbus its first win of the season and coach, Sigi Schmid, the perfect ending to his return to his former team, which fired him in the middle of the 2005 season.
Martino, who ... Read More
USA ranked fourth in the world
April 20, 2006
Despite being humbled, 4-1, by Germany and only tying Jamaica, 1-1, the USA has risen to fourth in the latest FIFA rankings, the nation’s highest ever position. According to FIFA’s somewhat bizarre system, Bruce Arena’s side is bettered only throughout the world by Brazil, the Czech Republic and ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Bilello named as Chief Operating Officer
April 19, 2006
The Revolution has announced that Brian Bilello has been named Chief Operating Officer of the team. Bilello, who replaces Lou Imbriano, who left the role to pursue his own business interests, will oversee the business affairs of the team, working in coordination with Vice President of Marketing ... Read More
Nicol content with UConn display By Andrew Hush
April 19, 2006
Following yesterday’s 3-0 scrimmage victory over the University of Connecticut, Revolution boss Steve Nicol was pleased to have been able to see the majority of his squad log some valuable game minutes.
First half goals from Jose Cancela, Willie Sims and Clint Dempsey were enough to beat ... Read More
Hall of Fame announcement rescheduled
April 19, 2006
The National Soccer Hall of Fame announced on Tuesday that its 2006 election announcement, planned for Giants Stadium this Saturday has been moved to May 6 due to scheduling conflicts involving Hall arrangements for the event.
The announcement was planned for half-time of the New York Red ... Read More
Chelsea confirmed as All-Star opponents
April 19, 2006
MLS has confirmed that Chelsea will provide the opposition for the MLS All-Stars this summer. The annual All-Star game will take place a week later than expected, on Saturday 5 August, at the brand new Bridgeview stadium of the Chicago Fire. The game is slated for a 6.30pm (ET) kick-off and will ... Read More
Revs defeat UConn 3-0 By Andrew Hush
April 18, 2006
The Revolution played the University of Connecticut in a practice scrimmage on Tuesday morning and, thanks to first half goals from Joseì Cancela, Willie Sims and Clint Dempsey, eased to a 3-0 win.
With seven of the starting eleven from Saturday night’s loss in Kansas City in the side, the ... Read More
Lalas swaps coasts to become Galaxy GM
April 17, 2006
It has been confirmed that Alexi Lalas has resigned as President and General Manager of the New York Red Bulls and has stepped into the same role at the Los Angeles Galaxy, with whom he won an MLS championship as a player in 2002.
"We are fortunate to have the opportunity to bring in one of ... Read More
Tepid Revs lack magic in Kansas City By Andrew Hush
April 16, 2006
New England fell to its first defeat of the season, as Kansas City maintained its 100% start to 2006 at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday night. Jimmy Conrad’s early header eluded Joe Franchino on the Revs line and dropped into the goal to give the Wizards a lead that, due to its solid defending and ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Three
April 16, 2006
Kansas City Wizards 1-0 New England Revolution
For a full match report, click here.
Columbus Crew 1-1 Chicago Fire
New signing Sebastian Rozenthal’s first goal for the ... Read More
Twellman hopes to rediscover goal-den touch By Andrew Hush
April 15, 2006
Taylor Twellman limped away from training on Thursday with an ice pack on his leg, following a knock he took that summed up his season so far. Twellman was caught as he stretched into a sliding challenge towards the end of the session, an ironic reflection of that fact that, in spite of all his ... Read More
Parkhurst return leaves Nicol with selection dilemma By Andrew Hush
April 15, 2006
Steve Nicol must decide tonight whether to recall the fit-again Michael Parkhurst or stick with the back three that has successfully shut out the first two opponents the Revolution has faced this season.
The trio of Daniel Hernandez, Jay Heaps and James Riley have turned in successive ... Read More
Bumps and Bruises an Occupational Hazard for Joseph By Andrew Hush
April 14, 2006
As he always does, Shalrie Joseph stretched his body out after training yesterday, before admitting that, even at this early stage of the season, aches and pains are something that players just have to put up with. The Revs midfielder was talking following training at Gillette Stadium, ahead of ... Read More
Revs Notebook – John celebrates World Cup call-up By Andrew Hush
April 14, 2006
He may currently be surplus to requirements with his club side, but Revolution defender Avery John is a key part of Trinidad and Tobago coach Leo Beenhakker’s plans and was yesterday confirmed as a member of the Soca Warriors World Cup squad.
John has not made it off the bench in either ... Read More
Revs to feature in Barcelona visit
April 12, 2006
FC Barcelona, announced today that it is coming to America in preparation on its pre-season tour this summer. The Catalan giants, which boasts Ronaldinho, Lionel Messi and Samuel Eto’o among its star-studded squad, will play games in Los Angeles on 6 August, in Houston three days later and in ... Read More
Tomasso enjoys scoring but prefers saving By Andrew Hush
April 12, 2006
When Kyle Brown had to come off in Sunday’s reserve team game between the second strings of the Revolution and New York Red Bulls, his replacement may have raised a few eyebrows. The Revs’ third-choice goalkeeper, TJ Tomasso, was given the nod to slot in at right-back and did so with some ... Read More
USA fails to impress against Jamaica
April 12, 2006
USA 1-1 Jamaica
A sold-out crowd of 8,093, high on expectation, packed into SAS Park on a balmy night in Cary, NC, as the USA took on Jamaica, a side to which it had never previously lost, in an international friendly. Although that record remains intact, the manner in which it was ... Read More
Parkhurst keen to regain first team spot By Andrew Hush
April 12, 2006
After suffering no adverse reaction to his IT band injury following an appearance for the reserves on Sunday, Revs defender, Michael Parkhurst, is hoping to complete his comeback with a return to the first team’s starting line-up on Saturday in Kansas City.
The current MLS Rookie of the ... Read More
Boston native Johnson set for Jamaica debut By Andrew Hush
April 11, 2006
In the first quarter of 2006, Ryan Johnson has gone from a college player with a dream of the big time, to a professional contract and the verge of his international debut. The 21-year-old, who grew up in Boston, but was born in Jamaica, is in line to make his debut for the Reggae Boyz against ... Read More
Last chance for bubble boys to impress By Andrew Hush
April 11, 2006
Tonight’s USA v Jamaica game sees the final opportunity for World Cup wannabees to impress Bruce Arena, before the USA boss names an initial 35-man squad tomorrow at 3pm. Players failing to make this initial cut will almost certainly mean they will not make the final squad of 23, which Arena is ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week Two
April 10, 2006
New York Red Bulls 0-0 New England Revolution
For a full game report, click here.
DC United 2-0 Chivas USA
Jaime Moreno notched a second-half double to fire DC United to ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Franchino passes Chronopoulos
April 10, 2006
Although his night was ended prematurely by a tight hamstring, Revs captain, Joe Franchino, did stay on the field long enough to pas Ted Chronopoulos at the top of the club’s all-time minutes played list.
Franchino has been on the field for the Revs for 12,240 minutes, which is twelve ... Read More
Nicol frustrated at one that got away By Andrew Hush
April 9, 2006
Steve Nicol was upset last night. He was upset at his side’s inability to convert even one of its scoring chances, he was upset to be leaving New York with just one point and he was also upset that four of his players were shown yellow cards, as referee Baldomero Toledo, who had steadfastly ... Read More
Frustrated Revs thwarted in New York 0-0 By Andrew Hush at Giants Stadium
April 8, 2006
The Revolution endured a frustrating night at Giants Stadium, as it battled out a scoreless tie with the New York Red Bulls. Despite enjoying the majority of possession, the Revs could not find a way past Tony Meola and, indeed, was indebted at the end to Matt Reis, whose last-minute save from ... Read More
Being on the defensive is fine with Hernandez By Andrew Hush
April 7, 2006
Daniel Hernandez is a laid-back guy who has an ability to stride through games at his own pace. However, even he was moving a little quicker this week, as a return to winter weather temperatures necessitated him to do whatever it took to stay warm. As he joked about his dislike for the chilly ... Read More
USA women heading to Japan
April 7, 2006
USA’s Women will travel to Japan for a pair of matches in early May, facing the home nation on May 7 in Kumamoto and again on May 9 in Osaka. It will be the USA’s first games since the 2006 Algarve Cup in March. Both games are in southern Japan, with Kumamoto located on the most southern island ... Read More
Johnson called into Jamaica squad
April 6, 2006
Ryan Johnson, who grew up in Roslindale, MA, has been called up to the national team squad of his native Jamaica. The former Melrose High School star is now in line to make his international debut next Tuesday, against the USA in Cary, NC.
Johnson attended Melrose High School and played for ... Read More
Nicol pleased but keen for further improvement By Andrew Hush
April 5, 2006
With the sweat glistening on his brow having taken part in his side’s conditioning exercises on Tuesday, Revolution Head Coach, Steve Nicol, declared himself fit and available for selection on Saturday. Whether he is ready to give himself a place in the team or not, however, is debatable, ... Read More
Revs announce further schedule change
April 5, 2006
The Revolution has announced a schedule change that will see the team host the Chicago Fire at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 20 (TV - WB). The match was originally scheduled for Saturday, August 19.
Last week, the Revolution announced a schedule change that will see the team host Chivas USA ... Read More
Dorman relishing starting role By Andrew Hush
April 5, 2006
For all the praise that was, rightly, directed towards the defense of the Revolution following Saturday’s win in LA, the performance of the side’s midfield should not gone unmentioned. On the flanks, Steve Ralston and Joe Franchino turned in workmanlike displays to ensure that the Galaxy was not ... Read More
Revs Quintet called up by USA By Andrew Hush
April 4, 2006
Following his absence form last month’s international friendly in Germany, which took place while he was serving a two-week suspension from the Revolution, Clint Dempsey has been recalled to the USA squad for the friendly against Jamaica, which will take place next Tuesday, 11 April, in Cary, ... Read More
Dempsey fires Revs to Opening Day win By Andrew Hush
April 2, 2006
Los Angeles Galaxy 0-1 New England Revolution
Clint Dempsey put his recent problems behind him with the only goal of the game tonight, as the Revolution kicked off the 2006 MLS regular season with its first away win at the Los Angeles Galaxy since 4 July 1996.
It was perhaps ... Read More
MLS Round-Up – Week One
April 2, 2006
Los Angeles Galaxy 0-1 New England Revolution
For a full game report, click here.
Houston Dynamo 5-2 Colorado Rapids
Brian Ching’s four goals fired the newest MLS team to ... Read More
MLS 2006: Western Conference Preview By Andrew Hush
March 31, 2006
Chivas USA An improvement on its first year in MLS, in which it collected just four wins and 18 points, will be the main aim for Chivas, as Bob Bradley prepares for his first full season in charge. The former MetroStars boss has filled his roster with experience during the off-season, ... Read More
World Cup referees named
March 31, 2006
FIFA today published its own 23-man roster for the world Cup, as soccer’s governing body announced the referees for this summer’s tournament.
Left out was Kevin Stott, the USA’s sole candidate. Revolution fans will recognize the name of Peter Prendergast, who was the man in the middle for ... Read More
MLS 2006: Eastern Conference Preview By Andrew Hush
March 31, 2006
New England Revolution For those of you expecting a wire-to-wire run akin to that which the Revs went on in 2005, don’t. As things stand, the side is certain to be without two players, in Taylor Twellman and Clint Dempsey, during the World Cup and could also be missing Steve Ralston and ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Rookie signings confirmed
March 31, 2006
Ahead of the season opener in Los Angeles tomorrow night, the Revs today confirmed that contracts have been signed by Leandro de Oliveira, Kyle Brown, Pat Haggerty and Jani Galik.
A new formation?
Wednesday’s practice saw a full-field practice scrimmage take place, which was ... Read More
Driven Dempsey keen to learn from indiscretion By Andrew Hush
March 30, 2006
“Everything in life always helps your maturity and you learn from things. You learn what to do and what not to do. It’s always tough to put yourself in a situation where you’re not playing games. You never want to experience that again and I’ll try and make sure I never put myself in a situation ... Read More
Riley ready for opening kick By Andrew Hush
March 30, 2006
In 2005, while Michael Parkhurst was winning the Rookie of the Year award, his former Wake Forest teammate, James Riley, was quietly carving out his own niche as a key member of the Revolution squad. This Saturday, when the side opens up its 2006 campaign in Los Angeles, the Colorado native is ... Read More
Revs switch Chivas games
March 30, 2006
The Revolution announced a change to its regular season schedule today, which will now see the home game against Chivas USA played on Saturday 13 May, kick-off 7pm. The game will be the showpiece of the Revs' Hispanic Heritage celebrations. The Revs will play away at Chivas on Sunday 6 August, ... Read More
Chelsea announce AEG link-up
March 29, 2006
English Premier League champions, Chelsea, today announced a new partnership with Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG), which is the owner or operator of the Los Angeles Galaxy, Chicago Fire, Houston Dynamo and DC United.
Among the features of the deal is a special agreement between Chelsea ... Read More
Lilly leads USA into camp
March 29, 2006
The USA women’s national team will begin Residency Training Camp on April 2 at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA. 25 players, led by captain Kristine Lilly, will come together for a six-month period that will culminate in the fall with CONCACAF qualifying for the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup. ... Read More
US Open Cup dates announced
March 29, 2006
For the second consecutive year, a total of 42 teams – 26 professional and 16 amateur – will compete in the 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup when it kicks off in June.
Qualifying is slated to be completed by May 29, with the pairings announcement expected later that week. The Revolution, ... Read More
Revolution 2006 Reserve Division Schedule
March 29, 2006
MLS has announced the official schedule for the 2006 MLS Reserve Division, which will kick off on Monday 3 April with a match-up between last year’s two expansion teams, Chivas USA and Real Salt Lake, to be played in Carson, CA. The Revolution’s second string will begin their campaign against ... Read More
Revs draw line under past, look forward By Andrew Hush
March 28, 2006
The Revolution trained outdoors in Foxboro on Monday, as sunny skies greeted the side which, in recent weeks, has had more than its fair share of disruptions and obstacles to overcome.
Resplendent in their new warm-up uniforms, the Revs players featured among their number, Clint Dempsey, ... Read More
Rookie Report - Where New England's freshmen are now
March 27, 2006
Ahead of this season’s opening round of MLS regular season games, there are several rookies with New England links that are gearing up for their first season as professionals. Here is an updates on who they are, where they are playing and what they have been dong in pre-season:
Ryan ... Read More
Chelsea All-Star plans on hold By Andrew Hush
March 27, 2006
Monday’s press conference, at which an announcement was expected to confirm that Chelsea will provide the opposition in the MLS All-Star game on 29 July, was canceled just hours before it was due to take place at Chicago's new stadium. No new date has been set at this time.
Although the ... Read More
World Cup TV Schedule Announced
March 27, 2006
ABC will show the World Cup Final on Sunday 9 July, it has been confirmed. The channel will also show the USA’s crunch game with Italy on Saturday 17 June. Bruce Arena’s side will play its opening game on ESPN2 on Monday 12 June and will finish group play on ESPN on Thursday 22 June against ... Read More
Nicol has confidence in youth movement By Andrew Hush
March 27, 2006
For all the talk in the off-season about the lack of moves made by the Revolution, the fact is that there are several new faces that fans will come to know and recognize over the upcoming season. The SuperDraft class of Kyle Brown, Willie Sims and Leandro de Oliveira have featured in several ... Read More
Red Bulls sign O'Rourke
March 25, 2006
Red Bull New York continued to reshape its roster ahead of the opening of the MLS season on Friday, acquiring one midfielder, Danny O'Rourke of Houston Dynamo, for another, Adrian Serioux.
The fourth overall pick in the 2005 MLS SuperDraft, O'Rourke appeared in 13 games for the Western ... Read More
Queeley no longer a Rev By Andrew Hush
March 24, 2006
John Queeley, who was selected by the Revolution with the 11th pick of the 2006 MLS Supplemental Draft’s second round, did not travel with the team on its current trip to Costa Rica and has left the club, Soccer New England has learned.
The North Carolina State alumnus, who played for ... Read More
Garber speaks out on expansion, inter-league play and season calendars
March 24, 2006
Meeting with the media at The Home Depot Center this week, MLS Commissioner, Don Garber, predicted the league's goal of having 10 soccer-specific stadiums and a total of 16 teams will be accomplished by 2010.
Garber also emphasized that he wants one owner per team in twenty years. Anschutz ... Read More
Reis unsure of status for opening day
March 23, 2006
Revolution goalkeeper, Matt Reis, has admitted that he is not sure whether he will be fit to play in his side’s opening MLS regular season game in Los Angeles in nine days. Reis has a problem with his right hamstring and, in an exclusive interview with Soccer New England today, conceded ... Read More
Revs team up with Patriots to host career fair
March 23, 2006
The New England Patriots and New England Revolution have announced that the teams will host the 2006 Sports Management and Entertainment Career Fair at Gillette Stadium at noon on Sunday, April 30. The event will be held in conjunction with the Revs’ 2006 MLS home opener against the Chicago ... Read More
USA women announce summer games
March 22, 2006
USA’s Women will begin a busy summer and fall of domestic matches with two games in July, facing Sweden on Saturday, July 15, at the National Sports Center in Blaine, MN (6pm ET), before taking on long-time rival Canada on Sunday, July 30 at SAS Soccer Park in Cary, N.C (1pm ET). Both games will ... Read More
USA crashes to German defeat By Andrew Hush
March 22, 2006
Germany 4-1 USA
After a five-game unbeaten run to open this World Cup year, the USA came crashing back to earth this afternoon as World Cup hosts, Germany, reminded Bruce Arena’s side that there are international matches and, well, there are international matches. Following an ... Read More
Twellman set to lead USA attack By Andrew Hush
March 22, 2006
67,000 fans are expected to pack into Dortmund’s ‘Westfalenstadion’ today, as the USA takes on Germany in what is sure to be the toughest pre-tournament test for Bruce Arena’s men.
Without many of his European-based stars, Arena will rely on a combination of MLS stalwarts together with a ... Read More
MLS names Abbot as new President
March 21, 2006
MLS has announced the promotion of Mark Abbott to President of Major League Soccer. Abbott, MLS’s longest serving executive, was elevated to the new position during the meeting of the MLS Board of Governors on March 8, 2006.
In his new role, Abbott oversees all business operations for MLS ... Read More
Notebook - Llamosa signs for Chivas USA
March 20, 2006
Former Revs defender, Carlos Llamosa, has signed for Chivas USA, where he will join another former New England man, Brian Dunseth. Llamosa, 36, has not played in MLS since the 2003 season when he made 24 appearances for the Revolution. Previously to his time in the northeast, the Colombian ... Read More
John and Hernandez see red in Revs tie
March 18, 2006
The Revolution tied the latest game during its training camp in Costa Rica, as a prematurely-ended game against LD Alajuelense reserves finished 1-1.
The referee chose to bring proceedings to an early close in the 85th minute, having already sent off three players. As well as one man from ... Read More
Ravens alum Joyce signs for Norwegian club
March 17, 2006
Former Franklin Pierce and Cape Cod Crusaders forward, Christopher Joyce, has signed a three-year contract with Odd Grenland BK of the Norway’s top division, the Tippeligaen.
Joyce had previously been drafted with the sixth overall pick of the MLS Supplemental Draft by FC Dallas, but ... Read More
Notebook – MLS headed to South Jersey
March 17, 2006
The South Jersey Courier Post reports this morning that Monday will see the announcement of a new MLS franchise, which will be based at a brand new, purpose built stadium at Rowan University. The report goes on to say that the franchise will be in existence by 2009.
According to the ... Read More
Light at the end of the tunnel for Parkhurst By Andrew Hush
March 17, 2006
2006 has been Michael Parkhurst’s ‘annus horribilis’. After a freshman season that saw the Cranston, RI, defender pass every test possible on his way to a richly-deserved Rookie of the Year award, the New Year brought with it disappointment, followed by injury, followed by huge frustration. ... Read More
Lalas talks up USA's World Cup chances By Andrew Hush
March 17, 2006
In the second part of Soccer New England’s exclusive interview with New York Red Bulls President and General Manager, Alexi Lalas, we turn our attention to the state of the nation, ahead of the 2006 World Cup. It is a tournament, believes Lalas, that the USA has a genuine chance not to ... Read More
No Bull: Lalas is ready for a title tilt By Andrew Hush
March 16, 2006
When the New York Red Bulls were still a possibility rather than a legitimate entity, Soccer New England spoke recently with the then President and General Manager of the MetroStars, Alexi Lalas. In this, the first of a two-part interview, Lalas addresses the state of his own team as ... Read More
Ralston on form for Revs in Costa Rica
March 16, 2006
Steve Ralston took another encouraging step on his continued road back to full fitness on Wednesday night, when the Revs midfielder had assists on both of his side’s goals in its 2-2 draw with the Costa Rican U21 side in Santa Ana.
A goal down at half-time, the Revs turned the game around ... Read More
Martino has to step up in all areas By Andrew Hush
March 16, 2006
With just over two weeks to go until the start of the MLS season, Columbus Crew Head Coach, Sigi Schmid, has been talking to Soccer New England about Kyle Martino, the Connecticut native who is gearing up for his fifth season the league.
Martino, who hails originally from Westport ... Read More
No Need for Revs to Panic By Andrew Hush
March 16, 2006
So where do the Revs go from here? Injuries have deprived starters of valuable pre-season training, international call-ups have seen some players spend more time on planes than on practice fields and now, to cap it all, one of the side’s star players is fighting with the club captain. Okay lads, ... Read More
USA loses Algarve Cup on penalties
March 16, 2006
Despite dominating Germany throughout 120 minutes, the USA could not make their territorial and shots advantage count and paid the price as Germany won a penalty kick shootout, 4-3, to lift the 2006 Algarve Cup.
Greg Ryan’s side out-shot Germany, 16-8 and earned 13 corner kicks to Germany’s ... Read More
Dempsey out of USA squad By Andrew Hush
March 15, 2006
As was first reported this morning by Soccer New England, Revolution star, Clint Dempsey, has not been included in Bruce Arena’s squad for the USA’s game on 22 March against World Cup hosts, Germany, in Dortmund.
Dempsey was suspended on Monday by the Revolution for two weeks for ... Read More
Dempsey stays at home as Revs head to Costa Rica By Andrew Hush
March 15, 2006
A source from within the Revolution confirmed on Tuesday night that Clint Dempsey remains in the USA and will not participate in the club's training camp in Costa Rica, for which the team left today.
Dempsey was suspended on Monday for two weeks, following a training ground fight with Joe ... Read More
Revolution announces TV and radio schedule for 2006
March 14, 2006
The New England Revolution today announced its television and radio broadcast schedule for the 2006 MLS regular season. For the 11th consecutive year, every Revolution regular season match will be televised. New England is the only MLS club to have shown every game in its history on ... Read More
USA announces final World Cup preparation games
March 13, 2006
US Soccer confirmed on Monday what Soccer New England reported last week, that Rentschler Field in Hartford, CT, has been chosen to host the final game of the USA’s three-game ‘Send Off Series’ on 28 ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Revs set for return to Costa Rica By Andrew Hush
March 13, 2006
Just five days after returning from Costa Rica, the Revs are set to head back south of the border on Tuesday for a ten-day training camps that will feature practice matches against the national U-21 side, LD Alajuelense reserves and CS Herediano.
Injury Update
With the ... Read More
Lilly the catalyst again for triumphant USA
March 13, 2006
Kristine Lilly set the ultimate example once again to her USA teammates by scoring in the opening minutes of today’s Algarve Cup group decider against France, to set her side on its way to a comfortable 4-1 win, which puts it in the final, in two days time against Germany. The game is a rematch ... Read More
Amazing Lilly breaks another record
March 12, 2006
Kristine Lilly scored her 108th international goal to move into second place on her own on the all-time scoring leaders’ list, as her USA side crushed Denmark, 5-0, to move to the top of its group in the Algarve Cup.
The result of the game was never in doubt after the USA capitalized on ... Read More
Strong New England Links in 2006 Hall Class
March 12, 2006
Former Rev and current President and General Manager of the newly-named New York Red Bulls, Alexi Lalas, leads the list of candidates for induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
Lalas, who won 96 international caps and played for the Revolution from 1996-97, is joined on the ... Read More
Gulati looks forward to bright future for US Soccer, Revolution and himself By Andrew Hush
March 11, 2006
Soccer New England sat down with Sunil Gulati in Bermuda, ahead of the Revolution’s recent CONCACAF Champions’ Cup first leg with LD Alajuelense.
The then President-elect was happy to discuss a number of issues that are currently affecting the sport and began by outlining his ... Read More
Gulati confirmed as new US Soccer Supremo
March 11, 2006
Sunil Gulati has been announced as the new President of the US Soccer Federation, following a vote by the organization’s membership. Gulati, who has served as U.S. Soccer’s vice president since 2000 and succeeds Dr. S. Robert Contiguglia, ran unopposed in the election.
“I am honored to ... Read More
Red Bull buys MetroStars
March 10, 2006
After fervent speculation over the past few days, Thursday saw confirmation that Red Bull has finalized an agreement to purchase the MetroStars. The Austrian drinks manufacturer will partner with AEG on the construction of the team’s soccer-specific stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. The team will ... Read More
MLS mourns the death of Galaxy GM
March 10, 2006
Los Angles Galaxy President and General Manager, Doug Hamilton, died on Wednesday of a heart attack at age 43, whilst traveling back from his side’s Champions’ Cup game against Saprissa in Costa Rica.
Hamilton was MLS Executive of the Year for the past three seasons and, during his time in ... Read More
Algarve Cup - Hislop fires Ireland to glory
March 10, 2006
Laura Hislop of Franklin Pierce College fired a 29th minute winner to give the Irish a magnificent winning start to its Algarve Cup campaign. The decisive goal came following a clever dummy by Denise Thomas of the Boston Renegades, which saw the ball run on Hislop to close for he position on the ... Read More
Tired Revs crash out By Andrew Hush
March 9, 2006
LD Alajuelense 1-0 New England Revolution
Carlos Hernandez bent home a sublime free-kick in the 90th minute to carry LD Alajuelense through to the CONCACAF Champions Cup semi-final. Hernandez, who had fired just over with a similar effort in the half hour, made no mistake second time ... Read More
1-2 for Ruiz in Goal of the Decade voting
March 8, 2006
Carlos Ruiz’s stunning bicycle kick goal against D.C. United during the 2005 season has won the Sierra Mist Goal of the Decade competition. The FC Dallas star’s strike received the most votes among a group of 30 candidates in an on-line poll of over 150,000 fans on www.MLSnet.com.
Ruiz ... Read More
USA send-off set for New England
March 8, 2006
The Latvian FA has confirmed on its website that it has accepted an offer to play the USA at Rentschler Field in Hartford, CT, on 28 May. Kick-off will be at 7pm (ET).
The game, which is also reported in the ‘Breaking News’ section on the ... Read More
DiCicco: Lilly could be the best ever By Andrew Hush
March 8, 2006
With the USA women’s national team in Portugal preparing to open its defense of the Algarve Cup against China on Thursday, former coach, Tony DiCicco has been paying tribute to the side’s captain, Kristine Lilly. DiCicco led the USA to World Cup glory in 1999, when one of his key players was the ... Read More
Austrian company red-dy to take over MetroStars
March 8, 2006
Reports out of New York suggest the MetroStars owners, Anschutz Entertainment Group, are on the verge of selling their control of the franchise to the Austrian manufacturers of the Red Bull energy drink. Former New York Cosmos star, Franz Beckenbauer, who is a personal friend of Red Bull’s ... Read More
Revs set for second leg By Andrew Hush
March 8, 2006
Ahead of tonight’s Champions Cup quarter-final second leg in Alajuela, Costa Rica, the Revolution trained yesterday in LD Alajuelense’s stadium, which is expected to be packed tonight with 17,000 partisan home fans.
The field is a big one, 78 yards in width, which could suit the ... Read More
Revs ready to fly to CONCACAF success By Andrew Hush
March 6, 2006
The Revolution leaves today for Costa Rica ahead of Wednesday’s second leg against LD Alajuelense in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Following an intensive weekend that saw three straight days of high temp training, Steve Nicol’s side will use today as a travel day only, before getting back to work on ... Read More
Nicol weighs up his right-sided options By Andrew Hush
March 4, 2006
Ahead of next Wednesday’s CONCACAF Champions Cup second leg in Costa Rica, Revolution coach, Steve Nicol, has a selection dilemma on the right side of his midfield.
With Pat Noonan still 2-3 weeks away from making a full recovery from the hamstring strain he picked up in the first leg ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Parkhurst’s frustration continues
March 3, 2006
Considering he did not miss a single minute of game action in 2005, it has been hardly surprising to see Michael Parkhurst looking a little lost in recent weeks as his thigh injury has reduced him to little more than a (very) frustrated spectator.
The MLS Rookie of the Year had expected to ... Read More
Revs duo look to impress in Germany By Andrew Hush
March 1, 2006
Today sees the latest opportunity for the USA’s finest to attempt to prove their worth to Bruce Arena, as the national team plays its fifth game of 2006 and first on the road, taking on Poland in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The Poles will provide a tougher test than did the likes of Norway and ... Read More
Foxboro in line for USA send-off fixture By Andrew Hush
March 1, 2006
Ahead of today’s friendly match in Kaiserslautern, Germany against Poland, US Soccer has confirmed that the USA will complete its preparation for this summer’s World Cup, with three home games in five days in late-May.
The games are due to take place on 23, 26 and 28 May and an ... Read More
Dempsey the difference as USA win again By Andrew Hush
March 1, 2006
USA 1-0 Poland
In front of a large contingent of American fans from nearby Ramstein, the United States military base that is home to over fifty thousand servicemen and women, and in conditions that would not be out of place were he to be playing in his home stadium, New England’s ... Read More
Dunseth on the move again
February 28, 2006
Former Revolution defender, Brian Dunseth, has continued his soccer odyssey by signing for MLS Cup holders, Los Angeles Galaxy. The 28-year-old will be playing for his seventh MLS team, although he will not have to travel too far, as he has moved from Chivas USA, with which the Galaxy share’s ... Read More
Russell on road to recovery in Norway
February 28, 2006
Amherst, MA, native Robbie Russell is back in action in Norway and challenging once again for a starting sport with Rosenborg. The bright outlook for the defender / midfielder is a far cry from his immediate past, which featured injury and uncertainty about his future, as he told Read More
USA players visit America's real heroes
February 28, 2006
Taking time out from its preparation for tomorrow’s game against Poland, the USA squad visited troops in a German military hospital today.
Bruce Arena’s squad is based at Ramstein, an American military base populated by over 50,000 servicemen and women and today visited Landstuhl Regional ... Read More
Moore impressed with current Revs crop
February 28, 2006
Former Revolution and USA star, Joe-Max Moore, has been speaking out about the prospects of his successors from Foxboro emulating him by playing in a World Cup. Moore, who is now retired and was in Bermuda last week for his former team’s game against Alajuelense, told Andrea Canales of Read More
The Weimer Wire
February 27, 2006
Concluding the account of her recent trip to Great Britain with the USA U21 side, Connecticut's Tiff Weimer brings us up to date on her fortunes on and off the field, which included goals, bruises and more bad weather!
February 15th-18th - Scotland and England
The last ... Read More
Wind problems for Revolution
February 27, 2006
The Revolution’s return to New England was delayed yesterday as heavy winds forced the postponement of their flight. According to Bred Feldman, the Revs Director of Communications, half of the squad will return today with the remaining members arriving home on Tuesday. The team will then enjoy ... Read More
Cancela the difference as Revs overcome Reggae Boyz By Andrew Hush
February 26, 2006
Jose Cancèla’s 20 yard free-kick gave the Revolution a hard-fought win over Jamaica’s Under-23 side tonight in Hamilton, Bermuda. In a game that Steve Nicol used to give many of his squad players some much-needed playing time, the Revs were rarely threatened but struggled to mount any consistent ... Read More
Revs announce season ticket promotion
February 25, 2006
The New England Revolution has announced that, until April 6, all fans purchasing a pair of Revolution season tickets will receive a free 2006 replica home game jersey. Season tickets can be purchased by calling 1-877-GET-REVS.
The jersey is valued at $65 and is a special bonus, in addition ... Read More
Bermuda Shorts – Noonan out for a month By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 24, 2006
Pat Noonan will be out for at least a month after suffering a grade one strain of his right hamstring, confirmed Revolution Head Athletic Trainer, Steve Glazier, on Thursday.
Noonan limped off in the 79th minute last night and the injury will not only keep him out of the second leg in ... Read More
National rosters announced
February 24, 2006
With a busy period coming up for both the man’s and women’s national teams, coaches Bruce Arena and Greg Ryan this week announced rosters. Next Wednesday, 1 March, the men are in Germany to face Poland in a friendly, whilst Ryan’s ladies will also be in Europe in March, as they attempt to ... Read More
Mixed feelings for Revs debutant By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 23, 2006
The morning after his first competitive appearance for the Revolution, Tony Lochhead had mixed feelings as he reflected on last night’s game against LD Alajuelense. Pleased to have finally kicked a ball competitively, as it were, the New Zealander could not hide his annoyance at failing to mark ... Read More
Revs upbeat despite first leg frustration By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 23, 2006
The Revolution was back on the training field on Thursday morning, as attention turned to the side’s next pre-season game, a friendly match on Saturday night against Jamaica’s Under-23 side. The game is certain to feature a different looking side, as Steve Nicol will be without Clint Dempsey and ... Read More
Noonan hurt as Revs held in Champions Cup By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 22, 2006
New England Revolution 0-0 LD Alajuelense
After missing a host of chances, the New England Revolution faces a tough task in two weeks’ time, when the side will travel to Costa Rica locked in a goalless tie with LD Alajuelense. After some early flurries, Matt Reis was rarely troubled ... Read More
What they said . . .
February 22, 2006
On the game
Steve Nicol
I think the biggest thing to consider is which team is in pre-season. I don’t think there was any difference between the teams. They’re in the middle of their season whereas this is our second proper game so, from that standpoint, I thought we did well. ... Read More
Ralston sees light at the end of the tunnel By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 22, 2006
Although he remains a doubt for the second leg of the Champions Cup in Costa Rica on 8 March, the sight of Steve Ralston participating more fully in training is a welcome one for Revs fans. Ralston, who strained the quadriceps in his right leg in January whilst in California with the national ... Read More
Revolution set for CONCACAF test By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 21, 2006
With the sun making a welcome appearance over the national stadium, the Revolution put the finishing touches yesterday morning to its preparation for the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup against LD Alajuelense of Costa Rica. Tonight’s game is sure to be a big test for a Revs side that has ... Read More
Franchino excited by Costa Rican test By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 21, 2006
Ahead of tonight’s Champions Cup first leg against LD Alajuelense, Revolution captain, Joe Franchino, admitted on Tuesday that revenge is a motivating factor for him.
Three years ago these two sides met at the same stage of the tournament, in a tie that was overshadowed largely by ... Read More
Revs set sights on biggest test so far By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 20, 2006
The Revolution held a full training session on Monday morning as attention turned to the fundamental reason why the team is currently in Bermuda, Wednesday night’s CONCACAF Champions Cup Quarter-Final First Leg against LD Alajuelense. Following two comfortable wins over the national U20 side ... Read More
Bermuda Shorts – Twellman signals Revs intent By Andrew Hush in Bermuda
February 20, 2006
The word ‘revenge’ is not one that is being readily used around the Revolution players and staff this week. However, particularly for those who were involved the last time the side played in the Champions Cup, the events of the meeting, also with LD Alajuelense, have lingered somewhat. ... Read More
Revs win again in Bermuda
February 19, 2006
The New England Revolution improved to 2-0-0 in preseason play on Saturday night, defeating the Bermuda National Team by a score of 3-0 at the National Sports Centre stadium in Hamilton. Clint Dempsey scored twice for the visitors, raising his preseason goals total to seven in two ... Read More
Saturday notebook - Metros shopping again?
February 18, 2006
Reports on opposite coasts suggest that the Los Angeles Galaxy and MetroStars are talking about a trade that would see left-back Todd Dunivant head east with midfielder Eddie Gaven heading the other way.
Dunivant is currently with the Galaxy as it prepares for CONCACAF Champions’ Cup ... Read More
The Weimer Wire
February 17, 2006
February 10th-14th - London, England
After her stellar playing career at Penn State ended last fall, Connecticut’s Tiff Weimer finished runner-up for the M.A.C. Hermann Trophy and is currently on tour in Britain with the USA National U21 team. In this installment, Tiff regales us ... Read More
Five-Star Dempsey
February 16, 2006
Clint Dempsey scored five first half goals and new boy Willie Sims scored a hat-trick in the second period as the New England Revolution kicked off its pre-season tour of Bermuda with a comfortable 8-1 win over the country’s U20 side on the National Sports Center North training field in ... Read More
Revs and MLS Stars ready for Maxim-um exposure
February 15, 2006
Coming soon to a newsstand near you – Taylor Twellman and Clint Dempsey in catwalk poses! No, this is not a typo. The Revs duo feature in a seven page spread in the latest issue of Maxim magazine, which is due to hit the shelves on 21 February.
Twellman and Dempsey posed for the cameras at ... Read More
MLS announces changes for 2006
February 15, 2006
MLS announced Tuesday a whole range of competition changes for the upcoming season. The most significant is the new qualification process for the CONCACAF Champions Cup, for which the Revolution are currently preparing in Bermuda.
Under the new ruling, the two spots given each year will go ... Read More
Wizards work magic to sign Johnson
February 15, 2006
FC Dallas and USA forward Eddie Johnson has been traded to the Kansas City Wizards in exchange for an allocation.
Johnson, 21, has spent the last five seasons in Dallas where he has appeared in 84 career matches, including 54 starts since being drafted as a 16-year-old in the 2nd round ... Read More
Arena talks up Revolution players
February 15, 2006
In a conference call yesterday, Bruce Arena commented on how he feels training camp has gone so far and spoke in some detail about the quintet of Revolution players that have been involved. Here are the best bits from what the coach had to say:
On whether Taylor Twellman has done enough ... Read More
Germany or Gillette? By Andrew Hush
February 14, 2006
How the US Revs fared in camp and what it means for the season ahead
With the Revs currently sunning themselves in Bermuda and having shoveled several tones of snow off my driveway, this correspondent thought that the only sensible thing to do in this relative calm before the ... Read More
Notebook – USA World Cup uniforms unveiled
February 14, 2006
US Soccer has unveiled the threads to be worn by its players in this summer’s World Cup. Inspired by the design of the 1950 World Cup uniform, in which USA famously beat England, the outfit features vertical blue and red stripes underneath a large crest. The away kit is described as having a ... Read More
Soccer New England’s USA World Cup Squad* By Andrew Hush
February 14, 2006
Goalkeepers Kasey Keller, Marcus Hahnemann, Tim Howard
Defenders Oguchi Onyewu, Steve Cherundolo, Greg Berhalter, Eddie Lewis, Carlos Bocanegra, Frankie Hejduk, Eddie Pope, Todd Dunivant
Midfielders Landon Donovan, DaMarcus Beasley, Claudio ... Read More
Revs sign Jani Galik
February 14, 2006
The Revolution has announced the signing of Jani Galik to a supplemental contract. The 6’ 1” defender, who can also play in midfield, was born in the Prerov in the Czech Republic before moving to Florida at a young age. Galik attended Riverview High School in Sarasota before committing to play ... Read More
Mariner reflects on fomer boss whilst quietly shaping his own destiny By Andrew Hush
February 13, 2006
The death last week of former England manager, Ron Greenwood, had particular poignancy for Paul Mariner. Greenwood was in charge of the national team between 1977-82, during which time Mariner, then at Ipswich Town, won the majority of his 35 international caps and scored all but two of his 13 ... Read More
What they said ... USA v Japan reaction By Krisha Zagura at SBC Park
February 11, 2006
Bruce Arena
Despite the score on the scoreboard I thought that we were a bona fide team tonight. I think in the second half with the numbers so to speak and the number of substitutions impacted the flow of the game a bit - but that happens in friendlies. When you are allowed to use ... Read More
Twellman and Dempsey lead USA to win By Krisha Zagura at SBC Park
February 11, 2006
USA 3-2 Japan
Taylor Twellman scored his fifth international goal in four games and assisted on two others, including one for Clint Dempsey, as the USA, which also featured Pat Noonan in a starting role, overcame a spirited Japan side, 3-2, at SBC Park in San Francisco, CA, tonight. ... Read More
Introducing … John Queeley By Andrew Hush
February 11, 2006
John Queeley can’t get the smile off his face. Two short weeks into his career as a professional soccer player and at a point in pre-season where gnarled old pros tend to grunt and grumble their way through the seemingly endless runs, sprints and strength workouts, you can’t keep the Denver, CO, ... Read More
Revs notebook – Bermuda schedule finalized By Andrew Hush
February 11, 2006
The Revolution squad leaves for Bermuda on Monday, having completed a week of pre-season training at Forekicks in Norfolk. Prior to the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup against LD Alajuelense on 22 February, Steve Nicol’s men will play two warm-up games and will follow the game against ... Read More
Nicol unhappy with schedule; Mariner delighted with squad By Andrew Hush
February 11, 2006
You could see it in his eyes when the question was put to him. You kind of knew what response you were going to get. So, Stevie, what is your reaction to the 2006 regular season schedule?
“Well, we’re away the whole of July and home the whole of August. That’s not what anybody wants. ... Read More
John in latest Trinidad squad
February 10, 2006
New England Revolution defender, Avery John, has been called into the Trinidad and Tobago squad for the World Cup warm-up game against Iceland on 28 February. John, who lost his starting spot in the Revs back three last year after a fine 2004 season, has remained a key part of T & T coach Leo ... Read More
MLS Notebook – FC Dallas strengthen offensive numbers
February 9, 2006
Having been released from Manchester United recently, 21-year-old forward, Kenny Cooper, has come home. The 6’ 3”, 195lb striker was born in Baltimore but raised in Texas and has joined FC Dallas ahead of the 2006 season and began training with Colin Clarke’s side this week.
Cooper, who ... Read More
No reduced weight in this MLS schedule
February 9, 2006
Despite MLS Commissioner, Don Garber, previously pledging a ‘light’ schedule during the World Cup this summer, yesterday’s schedule announcement by the league shows that the New England Revolution will play a quarter of its regular season schedule during the month (9 June – 9 July) that the ... Read More
Revolution 2006 MLS Regular Season Schedule
February 9, 2006
Revolution @ Los Angeles Galaxy - Saturday, April 1
Revolution @ MetroStars - Saturday, April 8
Revolution @ Kansas City Wizards - Saturday, April 15
Chicago Fire @ Revolution - Sunday, April 30
Los Angeles Galaxy @ Revolution - Saturday, ... Read More
Introducing … Leandro de Oliveira By Andrew Hush
February 8, 2006
After his first full day as a Rev, Leandro de Oliveira seemed to be still taking it all in. Having been through a rigorous first training session with his new teammates after joining up a little later than fellow draftees, Willie Sims and Kyle Brown, the 23 year old was immediately swamped by ... Read More
Frustrated Ralston determined to get back to fitness By Andrew Hush
February 8, 2006
While his USA teammates soak up the sun on the west coast as they prepare to face Japan in the latest World Cup warm-up on Friday, Steve Ralston has been back in chilly New England this week to continue the slow rehabilitation from his latest injury.
Ralston was at Forekicks on Monday and ... Read More
Meet the Coach, Meet the Midnight Riders By Joyce Furia
February 7, 2006
The Midnight Riders held their annual Meet the Coach event last Saturday at Gillette Stadium. Steve Nicol was unable to make it at the last minute so assistant coach Paul Mariner ably filled in for him.
Mariner spoke for more than an hour, sharing stories and answering questions about the ... Read More
Revs notebook – Nicol’s trip remains top secret By Andrew Hush
February 7, 2006
Well, we all know that Steve Nicol was watching someone, somewhere at the weekend, but few further details are being divulged from within the confines of Gillette Stadium or, in the case of Monday’s training session, Forekicks in nearby Norfolk.
Ever probing, Soccer New England asked ... Read More
It's Official: Football is better than football
February 7, 2006
With the whole world seemingly of the opinion that Superbowl XL was anything but the oversized affair it should have been, it should come as no surprise that the men of the USA national team felt exactly the same way.
Bruce Arena’s side relaxed at Landon Donovan’s Manhattan Beach (yes, the ... Read More
USA back in training
February 6, 2006
After a three-day break following the resounding 5-0 win over Norway, the USA men’s national team got back to work over the weekend in California. The pool of players present has been trimmed a little following the release back to their clubs of the likes of Freddy Adu and Steve Ralston but those ... Read More
Pre-season underway across the country and beyond
February 5, 2006
After the Revolution and Los Angeles Galaxy were awarded special dispensation to begin pre-season training early, due the sides’ upcoming CONCACAF Champions Cup commitments, the remaining ten MLS teams have all begun to prepare for the new campaign over the past few days.
Like the ... Read More
Saturday Notebook – Ralston heads east
February 4, 2006
Suffering from a nagging quadriceps injury in his right leg, Revs midfielder Steve Ralston has been released from the USA national team camp and will continue his rehabilitation with club doctors back here in New England.
Ralston, who was afflicted by leg problems at the tail end of the 2005 ... Read More
Coming soon - 'Revolution Soccer Celebration'
February 2, 2006
The New England Revolution today will team up with Simon Property Group, Inc. to bring the "Revolution Soccer Celebration" - an interactive fan experience featuring skills challenges, player interaction, family fun activities, Revs mascot Slyde the Fox and more - to malls around New ... Read More
USA Women head back out west
February 2, 2006
Following his side’s triumph in the recent Four Nations Tournament in China, USA women’s coach, Greg Ryan, has called up 26 players for a training camp in California, set to begin on 6 February. The two-week camp will serve as preparation for the Algarve Cup, which is help in Portugal from 9-15 ... Read More
James aims for Germany
February 2, 2006
University of Connecticut sophomore, Julius James, is currently attending Trinidad and Tobago’s upcoming training camp in Florida.
James, who hails from Maloney Gardens, Trinidad, will be hoping to impress Leo Beenhakker as the coach begins to make assessments ahead of the World Cup, in which ... Read More
MLS Notebook – PHP gets another Slice of the Action
February 1, 2006
It was announced on Tuesday that MLS Cup this year will return to Pizza Hut Park in Frisco, TX. Last year saw the soccer-specific stadium host the final that saw the Los Angeles Galaxy overcome the New England Revolution 1-0.
The game had a sold out attendance of 21,193 and, in an apparent ... Read More
Twellman joins an elite group
February 1, 2006
Before Taylor Twellman struck three times on Sunday against Norway, there had been eight previous hat-tricks for the USA. Twellman’s treble marks the fifth straight year in which an American man has notched three times in a game.
However, Twellman is not the first player with New England ... Read More
Hat-Trick Hero Twellman Happy to 'Do His Job' By Andrew Hush
February 1, 2006
In the aftermath of his hat-trick against Norway on Sunday and as he relaxed on a rare day off, Revs star Taylor Twellman spoke exclusively to Soccer New England. Twellman became just the ninth man in national team history to score three times in a game (for a list of his ... Read More
Introducing … Willie Sims By Andrew Hush
January 31, 2006
“It is kind of lonely early on here without friends and family and you kind of wonder ‘who do I call or who do I hang out with?’ I’ve got to get used to these guys.”
Willie Sims has a lot to get used to. A new job with new colleagues in a new part of the country is a big enough challenge ... Read More
Patient Reis Happy with Debut Display By Andrew Hush
January 31, 2006
In the aftermath of his debut for the USA national team against Canada recently, Soccer New England caught up with New England Revolution goalkeeper, Matt Reis, to find out how his first experience at international level had gone.
The 30-year-old Revs number one had endured a ... Read More
Introducing … Kyle Brown By Andrew Hush
January 31, 2006
On his first day in his new job, Oklahoma-born Kyle Brown admitted he was still getting used to things. The 5’ 11” forward, who attended the University of Tulsa, had been in New England for all of 16 hours when Monday morning’s session got underway, having had to look where exactly his new club ... Read More
Twellman has three reasons to celebrate By Andrew Hush
January 29, 2006
USA 5-0 Norway
Taylor Twellman fired home a stunning hat-trick to lead USA to a comfortable 5-0 over Norway at the Home Depot Center. Twellman, who was joined in the starting line-up by fellow Revs, Pat Noonan and Clint Dempsey, scored with a left-foot strike in the 5th minute ... Read More
What they said ... USA v Norway reaction
January 29, 2006
Following USA's 5-0 win over Norway, the game's key protagonists gave their thoughts on the game to ussoccer.com:
USA Coach Bruce Arena
On winning the game
“Obviously, it was a good performance on our part. We certainly improved over last week. It was a ... Read More
Lochhead all Rev-ved up for new season By Andrew Hush
January 28, 2006
It is not often that you will find a professional soccer player that relishes pre-season training. Sure, every player is keen to get back to playing but, initially at least, soccer balls are a scarcity as the build-up to the season starts. Invariably, the agenda involves running, stretching, ... Read More
MLS Notebook – What’s in a name?
January 27, 2006
Houston 1836. After all the hype, there it is. The club formerly known as the San Jose Earthquakes will ply its trade in Texas from now on, under a name that marks the year in which its new home city was born.
In a less-than plush ceremony held at, of all places, a middle school ... Read More
Local names selected in Supplemetal Draft
January 27, 2006
Several players with New England links were picked up in Thursday’s MLS Supplemental Draft. Taken highest, with the sixth pick in the first round by FC Dallas, was Franklin Pierce’s Christopher Joyce, whose disappointment at not being selected in the SuperDraft will be wiped away with the news ... Read More
Revs add four in Supplemental Draft
January 27, 2006
The Revolution added a quartet of players to its 2006 squad in yesterday’s Supplemental Draft, as Steve Nicol sought to continue to increase the depth of talent at his disposal. Two defenders that can also play in midfield, St. Louis’ Danny Wynn and Creighton’s Matt Wieland, were picked in the ... Read More
2006 MLS Supplemental Draft
January 26, 2006
1st Round
1. Chivas USA - Drew Helm (Florida Atlantic)
2. Real Salt Lake - Jeff Rowland (New Mexico)
3. Columbus Crew - Andy Gruenebaum (Kentucky)
4. Kansas City Wizards - Anthony Noriega (George Mason)
5. MetroStars - Joseph Vide (Virginia)
6. FC Dallas - ... Read More
Nicol prepared to go on the defensive By Andrew Hush
January 26, 2006
With offense having been taken care off in Philadelphia, Revs boss Steve Nicol admitted this week that any reinforcements that are taken – the Revs have the 11th, 22nd, 33rd and 44th picks – will likely be focused on the back line. With that in mind, consider these names as being some potential ... Read More
Revs Notebook – No balls allowed By Andrew Hush
January 25, 2006
Pre-season, says Steve Nicol, is as much about ‘reigning players in’ as it is about firing them up. Explaining the lack of soccer balls at the start of this week’s fitness sessions, the Revs coach spoke of his wish to avoid muscle pulls and strains as his side eases itself towards match fitness. ... Read More
Revs back to work; focus on future By Andrew Hush
January 25, 2006
With just about half his first team roster in attendance, Revs coach Steve Nicol has been joining in with his charges this week as they prepare for what is likely to be the longest season in team history. However, as the coach himself confirmed, he is selective as to which drills he participates ... Read More
Lilly inspires USA to glory
January 22, 2006
Kristine Lilly continued her dream week by scoring both goals in the USA’s Four Nations Tournament decider against China. Lilly’s brace was the difference as her country’s 2-0 win over the host nation secured more silverware for Greg Ryan’s side.
In front of 15,000 fans, Lilly silenced the ... Read More
Reis pieces together debut shutout By Andrew Hush
January 22, 2006
USA 0-0 Canada
Revs goalkeeper Matt Reis had a shutout on the occasion of his first international cap tonight and the Californian’s clean sheet was one of the few highlights of a low-key, goalless tie with Canada in front of 6,077 fans on the campus of San Diego University. ... Read More
USA and France can't be separated
January 20, 2006
In a battle of the defenses in China this morning, the US Women’s National Team battled to a 0-0 tie with France. The USA outshot their opponents 11-3 but could not take advantage and had to settle for a point, which puts them at the top of the Four Nations Tournament standings, level with China on ... Read More
MLS SuperDraft 2006
January 20, 2006
First Round
1 – METROSTARS – Marvell Wynne (UCLA)
2 – REAL SALT LAKE – Mehdi Ballouchy (Santa Clara)
3 – COLUMBUS CREW – Jason Garey (Maryland)
4 – KANSAS CITY WIZARDS – Yura Movsisyan (Pasadena City College)
5 – CHIVAS USA – Sacha Kljestan (Seton Hall)
6 – FC ... Read More
The Class of 2006: Opening Thoughts By Andrew Hush in Philadelphia
January 20, 2006
In the immediate aftermath of the 2006 MLS SuperDraft, evaluating whether the Revolution has had a strong day or not is, of course, somewhat impossible. At the moment, the names Leandro de Olivera, Willie Sims and Kyle Brown mean little and, in truth, they will continue to until the players have ... Read More
Nicol happy with draft work
January 20, 2006
Steve Nicol commented on his new signings following the conclusion of today’s
draft. Having selected three attacking players, the Revs boss was keen to espouse the futures of the trio and the fact that they have speed was clearly a big attraction. Speaking about Leandro de Olivera, Nicol gave an ... Read More
The Rumor Mill
January 20, 2006
Here what Soccer New England is hearing behind the scenes at the 2006 MLS SuperDraft:
Confirmed: The Revs have traded the 13th overall pick and a third round pick in 2007 to Columbus for a partial allocation. As of 10.30am, the Revs have the 11th overall pick, as well as the ... Read More
Excited Joyce prepares for his big day By Andrew Hush in Philadelphia
January 20, 2006
Christopher Joyce had quite a season. The English forward’s 28 goals fired Franklin Pierce to the brink of a national championship and also secured him his second consecutive All-American accolade and the Division II Player of the Year award. Last weekend, the 6’ 3” striker was part of the MLS ... Read More
Clubs ready for SuperDraft By Andrew Hush in Philadelphia
January 19, 2006
Ahead of what is widely regarded to be one of the most level drafts ever, in terms of the talent available, the twelve MLS clubs are in Philadelphia in preparation for tomorrow’s noon ceremony that will see the freshman class of 2006 join their new teams.
After selecting the last two ... Read More
Lilly blooms on her big day By Andrew Hush
January 18, 2006
Of course, it had to be like this didn’t it? On the occasion of her 300th international cap, Kristine Lilly chose not to just turn up and cruise through her country’s game against Norway. No, the USA captain grabbed the fixture by the scruff of the neck and almost single-handedly propelled her ... Read More
Lilly poised for 300
January 17, 2006
By the time most of us on the east coast wake up tomorrow morning, the USA women will have long since finished the opening game of the Four Nations Tournament against rivals Norway, in China. Oh yes, and New England’s Kristine Lilly will have won her 300th international cap. The Wilton, CT, ... Read More
MLS notebook - Transfer Merry-Go-Round Gathers Pace
January 13, 2006
Dema Departs DC
DC United’s Dema Kovalenko looks to be on his way out of the nation’s capital. The 28 year old midfielder, who scored four goals last season and was sent off against the Revolution in his side’s 2-1 loss in Foxboro in August, has reportedly made up his mind to ... Read More
MLS hopefuls prepare for busy week
January 12, 2006
The next generation of MLS stars is gathering at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA, to participate in the 2006 Combine. Four players – M.A.C. Hermann Trophy winner Jason Garey, Brian Plotkin, Mehdi Ballouchy and Yura Movsisiyan – have already signed contracts with MLS ahead of the draft, which ... Read More
Club v Country problems ahead for Revs?
January 11, 2006
The New England Revolution yesterday confirmed the team's preseason schedule for January and February. As Soccer New England reported last week, the Revs will host Costa Rican side Liga Deportiva ... Read More
Revs hopefuls try not to freeze on the big occasion By Andrew Hush
January 6, 2006
On a chilly night at the Dana-Farber Fieldhouse next to Gillette Stadium, the New England Revolution’s coaching staff last night cast their eyes over some of the brightest young talent the region has to offer, as around thirty invited trialists were put through their paces, in the hope they ... Read More
Notebook - Weather the main factor behind Bermuda decision
January 6, 2006
Revs to play ‘home’ game in Bermuda
Following criticism of the Revolution's decision to play the home leg of the opening round of the Champions' Cup in Bermuda, the club countered with further reasoning for its choice. Primarily, it seems, Steve Nicol does not want his players ... Read More
College stars aim to take next step into professional game
January 5, 2006
Revs tryouts to take place tonight
The Revolution coaches will tonight run the rule over some of the best young talent in New England, as the club holds its annual invitation-only tryout. Steve Nicol and company will be in attendance as many of this year’s senior college class try to ... Read More
World Cup hopefuls assemble on west coast By Andrew Hush
January 5, 2006
With the World Cup just five months away, USA Head Coach Bruce Arena yesterday began the next stage of his squad evaluation process as he welcomed 28 potential members of his final roster to a month long training camp in Carson, CA.
Featuring heavily on the list of participants is the New ... Read More
Notebook - Revs look to Bermuda again
January 5, 2006
Smith likely to return to Revs
The Bermuda Royal Gazzette is reporting that Khano Smith is to return to the Revolution in 2006. The left winger / forward scored three goals for Steve Nicol’s side last year, in a total of 23 appearances, the most important of which was the tie-winner ... Read More
USA Women reach agreement on CBA
January 5, 2006
U.S. Soccer announced on Wednesday that is had reached a deal with the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team Players’ Association (USWNSTPA) on a new collective bargaining agreement through 2012. The agreement carries through the next two FIFA Women’s World Cups and the next two Olympic Women’s ... Read More
Lilly set to win 300th cap
December 28, 2005
USA Women’s Head Coach, Greg Ryan, has named a strong 30-player squad for January’s Four Nations tournament in China. Captaining the side will be Kristine Lily and, barring an injury, the Connecticut native will win her 300th international cap on 18 January against Norway. The USA follows up ... Read More
Earth moves for the Quakes
December 16, 2005
After months of speculation, MLS confirmed yesterday that the San Jose Earthquakes will play in Houston in 2006. The Quakes, which was the only team with a better MLS regular season record than the Revolution in 2005, are being forced to relocate primarily because the franchise has been unable ... Read More
Bullish Arena looks ahead following World Cup draw By Andrew Hush
December 10, 2005
USA coach Bruce Arena was in belligerent mood yesterday following the draw for the opening round of the 2006 World Cup. In a conference call to reporters, Arena lightly chastised several question setters that attempted to garner his views on the opponents USA will face – Czech Republic, Italy ... Read More
SuperDraft order announced
December 9, 2005
MLS announced yesterday the order for the 2006 SuperDraft and the New England Revolution is well-placed once again to select a strong intake.
Having reached this year’s MLS Cup Final, the Revs automatically get the 11th overall pick. In addition, Steve Nicol’s side has picked up the 13th ... Read More
USA faces tough task in Germany By Andrew Hush
December 9, 2005
At every tournament there is a 'group of death', that's just the way it is. Unfortunately, however, more often that not in recent times the USA has found itself in the middle of this dreaded section and, following today's draw for the opening round of the 2006 World Cup, Bruce Arena must be ... Read More
World Cup Finalists await draw By Andrew Hush
December 8, 2005
The 32 World Cup finalists will learn which opponents they will face in next year’s finals later today, when the draw for the group stages takes place in Leipzig, Germany. Coverage of the draw is live on ESPN2 (3pm, ET) and on US Soccer's ... Read More
Revs notebook - Duo undergo successful ops
December 7, 2005
The Revolution confirmed on Tuesday that Taylor Twellman and Marshall Leonard have successfully undergone surgeries and both are expected to make full recoveries in time for the 2006 preseason.
Twellman, the MLS MVP and Budweiser Golden Boot winner as top goalscorer, had a hernia repair ... Read More
World Cup seeding blow for USA By Andrew Hush
December 6, 2005
The USA discovered today that it will not be seeded in the top bracket for the 2006 World Cup. Under FIFA’s much criticized points system, which bases seedings on performances in the previous two World Cup Finals tournaments and on a side’s world ranking from the previous three years, Bruce ... Read More
Revs announce tryout plans
December 2, 2005
The New England Revolution, the current MLS Eastern Conference Champions, is now accepting resumes for potential invitees for a tryout session that will be held on Thursday 5 January, 2006.
Players with elite-level club and /or college playing experience, and no remaining college ... Read More
Notebook - 12/1/2005
December 1, 2005
Clavijo wheeling and dealing
Former Revolution coach and current Corlorado Rapids boss, Fernando Clavijo, is having a busy week. First, he traded defender Ritchie Kotschau traded to Columbus for Cornell Glen, the Trinidadian striker and now, according to Soccer America, he is set to ... Read More
MLS Combine list takes shape
December 1, 2005
The first 54 players to be invited to the MLS Player Combine were announced on Thursday and are listed below. Representing 36 Division I schools, the players will attend the event, to be held at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA, from 12-15 January.
MLS coaches and scouts will run the rule ... Read More
Morales on the road to recovery
December 1, 2005
Former UMass star, Yuri Morales, has resumed training for Norwegian club, Ølstykke, after knee surgery. The forward is hopeful he will be ready to go when the Danish Sport Divisionen side returns to league play in March. The Puerto Rico native has two goals in twenty appearances this year, the ... Read More
Contiguglia to step down; backs Gulati as his successor
December 1, 2005
At the annual Honda Soccer Symposium this week, U.S. Soccer Federation president Dr. Robert Contiguglia confirmed that he will not stand for re-election when his current term of office expires in March 2006. The announcement was widely expected, as is the succession of Dr. Contiguglia by Sunil ... Read More
No Toffee for Dempsey By Andrew Hush
November 30, 2005
Despite speculation that he was to spend time training during the off-season with Everton, Revs midfielder Clint Dempsey will not be heading for Merseyside and the club known as ‘The Toffeemen’. Dempsey, who amassed a total of thirty starts for his club in 2005, as well as adding several caps to ... Read More
All White for former Revs pick
November 30, 2005
Former Revs draft pick, Jeremiah White, scored his first goal of the season last Friday for French second division side Gueugnon, which beat Le Havre 1-0. Having made only five appearances during the season, including two starts, White entered the game in the 68th minute and, just six minutes ... Read More
Burns and Okaroh head 2005 NE Hall of Fame class
November 26, 2005
Two former Revolution defenders headed the list of this year’s inductees into the New England Soccer Hall of Fame. Mike Burns and Francis Okaroh starred in the side’s backline during the late 1990s and were recognized for their efforts at a banquet, held in East Providence, RI, last ... Read More
MLS Final Viewing Figures Up On Last Year
November 24, 2005
Nearly three quarters of a million households tuned in to see the Revolution battle the Los Angeles Galaxy in this year’s MLS Cup Final. Nielsen Media Research reports that MLS Cup 2005, shown on ABC, drew a 1.0 rating, which equals 1 percent of the nation's 77 million overnight TV ... Read More
Revs revisit past in CONCACAF draw By Andrew Hush
November 22, 2005
Just as in it first jaunt in the competition in 2003, the New England Revolution has been drawn against Costa Rican side LD Alajuelense in the opening round of the 2006 CONCACAF Champions Cup. Two years ago, the Revs lost out 5-3 on aggregate when, having lost the first leg 4-0, goals from ... Read More
Dunseth traded to Chivas USA
November 18, 2005
Former Revolution defender, Brian Dunseth, was yesterday traded to Chivas USA from Real Salt Lake, in exchange for defender Douglas Sequeira, who had a winning goal in the west coast’s home game against the Revolution on 22 July, and midfielder Christian Jimenez. Dunseth, 28, appeared in ... Read More
Looking forward: What do the Revs need to do? By Andrew Hush
November 18, 2005
The dust has settled and the time has come to move on. As last Sunday becomes an ever-smaller speck in the wing mirror of history, attention should now turn to the future for all involved with the Revolution.
Talking this week, Steve Nicol admitted that, with everything that he has had to ... Read More
MLS Notebook - The Beckham Rule
November 17, 2005
Although few actual decisions were made during the recent MLS meetings, a number of interesting topics were discussed and will be considered further over the coming months. One of these concerns what has become known as the ‘Beckham Rule’, which would permit each team to field one high-salaried, ... Read More
Revs announce travel partnership and pre-season plans
November 17, 2005
The New England Revolution and TNT Vacations have announced a partnership that will make TNT the team’s official vacation company.
The Revolution will make trips to Bermuda and Costa Rica in February and March of 2006 in preparation for the MLS season and for the CONCACAF Champions Cup, a ... Read More
A look back: What went wrong? By Andrew Hush
November 17, 2005
Now that the dust has settled, the post mortem can begin. The wounds from Sunday may still be fresh, but they are beginning to heal and, you can bet, all associated with the Revolution are desperate for next season to start. Before that happens, however, comes the ‘if’ period for coaches, ... Read More
Season ends with Revs wondering what might have been By Andrew Hush
November 16, 2005
‘Woulda, coulda, shoulda’ responded Michael Parkhurst to a question about how things might have gone differently on Sunday afternoon in Dallas. As the Revolution players cleared their lockers at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday morning, the prevailing feeling remained that the side had just run out ... Read More
Revolution waives seven
November 16, 2005
The Revolution has released seven members of its roster for today’s MLS Waiver Draft, due to take place at 5pm (ET). Available to any MLS club will be Ricardo Phillips, Connally Edozien , Jamie Holmes, Marcos Romaneiro, Luke Vercollone and Easton Wilson.
The Revs signed Phillips, a Panamanian ... Read More
What they said – Revs Reaction
November 14, 2005
Steve Nicol
“We were disappointed with what we did in the first half, but coming in here, we just wanted to play the consistent way we did all season. We had to give it time to decide whether it really was going to happen or not. We gave it fifteen minutes at the start of the second ... Read More
Revs fall short in Final disappointment By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 14, 2005
New England Revolution 0-1 Los Angeles Galaxy
Los Angeles Galaxy substitute, Guillermo ‘Pando’ Ramirez, volleyed home a glorious winner as time expired at the end of the first period of overtime, to win the MLS Cup for Steve ... Read More
What they said – Galaxy Reaction
November 14, 2005
Landon Donovan
“It’s been a tough year for the team but (Steve Sampson), when it mattered most, he did the things that needed to be done. He listened to the players and did what we wanted and, without compromising himself, he made the changes he needed to and for that, you have to tip ... Read More
Revs Notebook – Franchino cannot wait
November 13, 2005
“I think that after this last training session you get a bit antsy. We just put our feet up, put some liquids in you and visualize about the game. I definitely visualize a lot, it’s going to be on my mind until tomorrow.”
So said Revs captain Joe Franchino when he was asked how desperate he ... Read More
Daddy Danny happy to be home By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 13, 2005
When Daniel Hernandez left New England two years ago, few thought he would ever return. Even fewer thought he would make the impact he has since re-joining the Revs in the middle of the regular season. Hernandez was shipped out in the middle of 2003 to Mexican club, Necaxa, after expressing ... Read More
Donovan his own biggest critic By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 13, 2005
In a conference call on Tuesday, Landon Donovan referred to being comfortable in his own skin. He added that it was the only thing he was concerned with. It was an interesting choice of words to use but then, Landon Donovan is an interesting guy. He is something of a paradox, a reluctant hero ... Read More
For Reis, the past is a Galaxy away By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 13, 2005
When the Revolution and Galaxy met in the 2002 MLS Cup Final, sitting on the LA bench that day was one Matt Reis. He watched as his team of the time beat his future employers, when Carlos Ruiz slotted a 113th minute ‘golden goal’ past Adin Brown, who Reis would challenge and ultimately usurp as ... Read More
Kraft-y showing of support by Revs owner By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 13, 2005
As the Revs concluded their final preparation on Saturday afternoon, team owner Robert Kraft was on hand to offer his support of the side as it attempts to win the first MLS Cup in franchise history. Mr. Kraft, accompanied by the managing director of Kraft Soccer, Sunil Gulati, talked freely ... Read More
Three Revs feature on MLS Team of the Season
November 13, 2005
League MVP Taylor Twellman, Shalrie Joseph and Clint Dempsey have all been named to the Radioshack Best XI for the 2005 season. For Twellman, it is the second time he has made the team (2002), whilst for the midfield duo of Dempsey and Joseph, it is the first time they have been named on the ... Read More
MLS CUP Final 2005: Time to Walk the Walk for Revolution By Andrew Hush in Frisco, TX
November 13, 2005
It seems like so much longer than seven days since some combination of Clint Dempsey’s foot, torso and backside scored the goal that has brought us here, to Frisco, TX, for the 2005 MLS Cup Final. Over the last week, Revolution players, staff and fans have waited for the referee’s whistle, which ... Read More
Jones still keeping up By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 12, 2005
Before Freddy came along and Landon before him, Cobi Jones was the poster boy of MLS. The tenth anniversary of the league also marks a decade in the league for the 35 year old Californian who, far from staring retirement in the face, has been plying some of the best soccer of his career and is ... Read More
Garber speaks out on expansion, the World Cup and an SSS in Boston? By Andrew Hush at the MLS Cup Final
November 12, 2005
In a question and answer session held here in Frisco with fans yesterday, MLS Commissioner, Don Garber, spoke candidly about the future of the league regarding expansion but was coy when asked about the prospect of a soccer specific stadium for the Revolution. Graber also commented on the plans for ... Read More
Johnston and Clarke given another chance
November 11, 2005
Two coaches whose sides fell by the wayside in the playoff have been handed a chance to make amends in 2006. Mo Johnston, who took the MetroStars to within twenty minutes of eliminating the Revolution, has had his interim position as head coach made permanent. Meanwhile, in Dallas, Colin Clarke, ... Read More
Revs notebook - Success for one member of the Foxboro family
November 11, 2005
Revs fired up by Pats
On Thursday, the Revolution practiced in the afternoon before leaving for the airport. The session, for once, coincided with a practice for the other team that plays at Gillette Stadium and there was no shortage of encouragement from the other ‘footballers’. ... Read More
Nicol: Just another game By Andrew Hush
November 10, 2005
Steve Nicol has been involved in a few big games in his time. Whether it be playing or coaching, the Scot has a wealth of experience about the unique demands of finals and championship games and has been impressing upon his young squad this week that, for all the pomp and ceremony that will ... Read More
On Becoming a Club and Winning a Championship By Emlyn Lewis
November 10, 2005
Now that we are in sight of the New England Revolution’s second MLS Cup appearance, with ten seasons of soccer behind us, let us look briefly and satisfyingly backward before we turn our gazes wholly and resolutely forward, to the weekend, and to our chances of victory.
First the look back ... Read More
MVP for Twellman
November 10, 2005
Taylor Twellman has been named the 2005 Honda MLS Most Valuable Player of the Year. Twellman, who scored seventeen goals and had seven assists in twenty five games this season, picked up the league’s Budweiser Golden Boot at the end of the regular season and now adds the highest individual ... Read More
Kraft investment in Liverpool speculation played down By Andrew Hush
November 9, 2005
Media reports today from England suggest that Revolution owner Robert Kraft is considering investing in Liverpool Football Club, the current European Cup holder and one of the most storied clubs in soccer history. However, ‘not so fast’ appears to be the response to the reports, as both ... Read More
What they said … Post-match reaction from the Revolution v Fire
November 7, 2005
Steve Nicol
On the game
“Semi-finals are always tough. I think we started the game very well and for 35 minutes we have the game in our hands. From that point on it kind of went the other way and they had the upper hand. Sometimes you win games by attacking and sometimes ... Read More
Revs get set for Chicago test By Andrew Hush
November 6, 2005
With the weather set fair for this afternoon in Foxboro, the Revolution go into the Eastern Conference Championship Game as firm favorites to reach the second MLS Cup Final in franchise history. However, given the drama that has gone hand-in-hand with the side throughout its previous runs in the ... Read More
Dempsey goal sends Revs through By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
November 6, 2005
Clint Dempsey’s fourth-minute goal was all the Revolution needed to reach next Sunday’s MLS Cup Final, where it will take on Landon Donovan and the Los Angeles Galaxy. The final takes place at Pizza Hut Park in Dallas, TX, and will be a homecoming of sorts for Dempsey, who was born and raised in ... Read More
Defensive duo are happy to let their play do the talking By Andrew Hush
November 5, 2005
Every great team has them. There they are, day in, day out, doing their jobs. The unsung heroes, without which the superstars could not function. The Revolution has had a season to remember, as the goals of Taylor Twellman and co. up front have been supplemented by sublime play from Clint, ... Read More
Revs notebook - Team News By Andrew Hush
November 5, 2005
Although Khano Smith has been at training this week and, at one point, had a pair of cleats, he will not play tomorrow. The deep bruise behind his left knee has not healed sufficiently to give him a chance of taking the field.
Better news for Steve Nicol has come from Andy Dorman, who has ... Read More
ABC and ESPN secure World Cup rights
November 5, 2005
FIFA has awarded the English-language television rights to the Men's and Women's World Cup through 2014 to ABC and ESPN and the Spanish-language rights to Univision.
The price involved in the new deal is $425 million and is the biggest TV deal for a single country in FIFA's history. Soccer ... Read More
World Cup warm-up schedule taking shape By Andrew Hush
November 4, 2005
Following the recent announcement of a friendly in Scotland later this month, US Soccer has lined up a home friendly for Bruce Arena’s side on Sunday 29 January against Norway. The only other game slated for the side at present is a 22 March 2006 showdown with World Cup host, Germany. It is ... Read More
The Play-Offs System: Sweet Science or Laughable Lottery? By Andrew Hush
November 4, 2005
Okay folks, competition time. Ready? Of the ten teams that have finished an MLS regular season with the best overall record, how many have gone on to win an MLS Cup?
The answer is four: DC United (1997 & 1999), Kansas City (2000) and Los Angleles (2002). Additionally, one team (Chicago in ... Read More
Revs notebook – Win a date with ... By Andrew Hush
November 3, 2005
... Clint Dempsey and James Riley!
“I just hope I go for more than ten dollars! Twenty would be good for me,” suggested a tense-looking James Riley. No, don’t panic, the rookie winger is not being sold, more loaned out and it’s all in the name of charity.
Last night Riley ... Read More
Confident Revs ready to Fire Chicago By Andrew Hush
November 3, 2005
Following a spirited training session that was described by one player as being the perfect way to ‘blow the cobwebs off’ after a couple of days off, the Revolution players and coaching staff are turning their attention to Sunday’s Eastern Conference Championship game against the Chicago ... Read More
Parkhurst is Rookie of the Year By Andrew Hush
November 2, 2005
Revolution defender Michael Parkhurst has been named the 2005 Gatorade Rookie of the Year. The Wake Forest graduate and native of Rhode Island, is the second Revs star to win the award in successive years, following Clint Dempsey in 2004. He joins Dempsey and teammates Jay Heaps (1999 – Miami ... Read More
Revolution to face Fire in conference final By Andrew Hush
October 31, 2005
The Revolution will face the Chicago Fire in next Sunday’s MLS Eastern Conference Championship game following the Fire’s sensational 4-0 road win against DC United. Ivan Guerrero led the way with two goals and an assist as Dave Sarachan’s side romped to victory, to send the majority of the ... Read More
Glorious Revs pull through By Andrew Hush at Gillette Stadium
October 30, 2005
Revolution 3-1 MetroStars
It was the substitutes show at Gillette Stadium on Saturday night, as Jose Cancèla and Khano Smith came off the bench to inspire the Revolution to a second-half fightback that saw the side reach the Eastern Conference Championship Final. Following Youri ... Read More
Team News: Status Quo likely for Nicol By Andrew Hush
October 29, 2005
Despite lengthy speculation to the contrary over the past week, it seems likely that Steve Nicol will retain the same line-up that began the first leg against the MetroStars in Giants Stadium last week. It had been thought that Jose Cancela may force his way into the starting eleven but, with ... Read More
Reis and Revs ready to tackle MetroStars By Andrew Hush
October 29, 2005
Next to the Revolution training field at Gillette is a piece of equipment more likely to usually be found up the hill at the practice facility of the other incumbents of the stadium. A tackle bag hangs somewhat mournfully and appears redundant, except when Matt Reis is around. While some players ... Read More
Revs notebook - Joseph ready to go By Andrew Hush
October 27, 2005
As he rested his bumps and bruises during training on Wednesday, Shalrie Joseph said that he did not believe he had been specifically targeted by the MetroStars on Saturday night, despite being on the receiving end of several tough challenges:
“I think it is part and parcel of the game. A ... Read More
Return home brings renewed hope for Revolution By Andrew Hush
October 27, 2005
Following Tuesdays deluge, it should be hoped that the bright sunshine that greeted the Revolution at yesterday morning’s practice is a reflection of an improvement, not only in the mood of the weather, but also of Steve Nicol’s side. The bitter taste that Saturday’s first leg defeat in New York ... Read More
Revs fail to shine in attendance standings
October 25, 2005
Despite the side enjoying its best regular season in franchise history, attendances at Revolution home games were disappointing once again this year. Gillette Stadium was sparsely populated throughout the season and the Revs ranked third from last in average home attendance.
Of course, being ... Read More
Lilly continues to bloom on international stage
October 25, 2005
On the occasion of her 299th international cap, USA women’s captain Kristine Lilly achieved another milestone, as she scored her 105th international goal in her side’s comfortable 3-0 win over Mexico in Charleston, SC.
Lilly, who was born and grew up in Wilton, CT and now resides in ... Read More
Narrow-minded Revs need to broaden their horizons By Andrew Hush
October 24, 2005
A largely forgettable opening leg to the Eastern Conference semi-finals featured two sides that have played some of the most attractive soccer that MLS has seen over the course of the season. Yet, despite the presence on the field of a World Cup winner, two All-Star game MVPs and a host of ... Read More
MetroStars 1-0 Revs By Mark Goodman
October 23, 2005
As the lowest seed in last season’s MLS playoffs, the New England Revolution rode a 1-0 home victory in the first leg of the Eastern conference semifinals to an eventual upset of top-seeded Columbus.
Next weekend, the Revs will be playing to avoid a repeat of history.
An Amado ... Read More
Play-offs a walk in the Park for Revs rookie By Andrew Hush
October 22, 2005
Exactly one year ago today, Michael Parkhurst helped his Wake Forest University side shut out ACC rival Clemson. Just for good measure, he also had an assist in the 2-0 win. Forget about another assist, if the MLS Rookie of the Year candidate can replicate the clean sheet from that game tonight ... Read More
Revs up for MLS awards By Andrew Hush
October 22, 2005
The end of the season is traditionally the time for prize giving and while the Revolution has its eyes set on the biggest of them all, several of its players are in the running for individual honors following outstanding seasons.
Already announced is the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year and San ... Read More
Stat Attack: Revs and MLS scoring average up
October 22, 2005
The Revolution has averaged 1.72 goals per game this season, which is good for second in the league behind DC United (1.81). The Revs average easily betters the mark of last season, when the side scored 42 times at a clip of 1.4 goals per game.
The highest goals-per-game average for the ... Read More
Injury worries clearing up for Revs By Andrew Hush
October 20, 2005
Following his side’s final full training session before it leaves for New York tomorrow morning, Revolution boss Steve Nicol was confident that he would have a full roster to choose from for the first leg of the Eastern Conference semi-finals against the MetroStars on Saturday night.
Nicol ... Read More
Joseph blow rocks Revs By Andrew Hush
October 19, 2005
With the first leg of the Eastern Conference semi-final against the MetroStars just four days away, Revolution boss Steve Nicol had a scare on Tuesday as Shalrie Joseph limped out of training with his right foot packed in ice following a training ground injury.
Joseph, who has been an ... Read More
Revs to face Metrostars in play-offs By Andrew Hush
October 17, 2005
The Revolution is off to Giants Stadium this weekend after the MetroStars did what it had to do to reach the play-offs yesterday. A 2-0 over the hapless Chivas USA was enough for Mo Johnston’s side to leapfrog Kansas City into fourth spot in the Eastern Conference. Ironically, it was the play of the ... Read More
Twellman continues hot streak By Mark Goodman
October 16, 2005
Going into last night’s match with the Chicago Fire, the New England Revolution had two things on their mind: win, and don’t get hurt while doing so.
The Revs did the former, picking up a 1-0 victory via a classy 35th minute strike by Taylor Twellman. The health part? Well...
Starting ... Read More
Arrowhead or Giants Stadium? By Mark Goodman
October 16, 2005
That question still lingers Sunday morning, as the Revolution’s Eastern semifinals opponent will be determined by today’s Chivas-MetroStars result.
NY/NJ finds themselves a point behind Kansas City, who scored two goals in the last 15 minutes to salvage a road draw against FC Dallas Saturday ... Read More
Revs awards; Parkhurst milestone By Mark Goodman
October 16, 2005
Shalrie Joseph was one of four players to earn team awards that were handed out before the match.
As voted by the media, the Grenadan international was named the Honda Revolution Most Valuable Player. The media also voted for Michael Parkhurst as Defender of the Year, and Reis as U.S. Soccer ... Read More
Former Rev Kamler to hang up his cleats
October 15, 2005
Former Revolution and MLS All-Star defender Brian Kamler has announced his retirement.
Kamler, who was on the DC United side that won the first ever MLS championship in 1996, will commence work as Director of Soccer Development at Real Salt Lake, where he played the last of his 214 career ... Read More
Revs get Fired up for play-offs By Mark Goodman
October 14, 2005
The New England Revolution host the Chicago Fire on Saturday night, but the more important games from the Revs’ perspective are taking place in Texas and California.
Steve Nicol’s side clinched the top seed in the East last weekend with a 2-2 draw at Kansas City, coupled with a D.C. ... Read More
Twellman on target in USA win By Mark Goodman
October 13, 2005
USA 2-0 Panama
Taylor Twellman finally ended his scoring drought at international level as the national team overcame a Panama side that threatened in the first half but faded badly later in the game. Kyle Martino also scored in a national team shirt for the first time as this live audition of ... Read More
Cool Clint looks to book his ticket to Germany By Andrew Hush
October 12, 2005
Clint Dempsey comes across as a laid-back sort that is bothered by very little but, on the eve of his country’s World Cup qualifier against Panama in Foxboro, even the cool, calm and collected exterior of the Texan is showing signs of feeling the heat.
Dempsey is in line to start tonight in ... Read More
Local Stars Step on to National Stage By Andrew Hush
October 11, 2005
A new-look national team squad practiced in the rain on Monday at Harvard’s Ohiri Field, as Bruce Arena prepared to put the finishing touches on another successful World Cup qualifying campaign. For the coach, ‘finishing’ will be the operative word, following two road games against Guatemala (0-0) ... Read More
Arena calls for Revolution following Costa loss By Andrew Hush
October 10, 2005
After a tepid display on Saturday in Costa Rica that saw his side outfought and outplayed, national team coach Bruce Arena has turned to local talent as he prepares for the final World Cup qualifier, against Panama at Gillette Stadium on Wednesday night.
Taking the field at Harvard's Ohiri ... Read More
Revs clinch home field with road tie By Andrew Hush
October 9, 2005
Despite a drab start that saw Kansas City take a two-goal lead, a patched-up New England Revolution side fought back courageously to earn a point that, combined with the MetroStars’ win over DC United, guarantees that Steve Nicol’s side will not only finish at the top of the Eastern Conference, but ... Read More
Revolution looks for road magic against Wizards By Mark Goodman
October 8, 2005
There are many things on the table tonight when the New England Revolution pays a visit to Arrowhead Stadium to take on the Kansas City Wizards.
The match is rife with playoff implications. For the Revs, a win will go a long way toward securing the all-important homefield advantage for the ... Read More
Few Signs of National Team Revolution
October 4, 2005
Men’s national team boss Bruce Arena selected a eighteen-strong roster for his side’s penultimate World Cup qualifier in Costa Rica on Saturday 8 October.
Despite some speculation that several Revs could be involved in the squad, which features several fringe players looking to press a claim ... Read More
Revs 0-2 Earthquakes By Mark Goodman
October 2, 2005
A match that the New England Revolution dominated for 60 minutes went up in flames in one 60-second sequence Saturday night.
A mysterious play from defender Jay Heaps led to a San Jose corner, which was converted into a goal by Brian Ching. Seconds after the ensuing kickoff, Revolution ... Read More
Revs Face Hot Quakes Saturday By Mark Goodman
September 30, 2005
It’s a battle of East vs. West Saturday night when the New England Revolution host the San Jose Earthquakes at Gillette Stadium.
The two teams come into the match leading their respective conferences; New England with 55 points and San Jose with a league-best 57.
There are some who might say ... Read More
Ryan goes with usual suspects for Aussie showdown
September 29, 2005
Greg Ryan has named a 24-woman squad for a training camp and match against Australia on 16 October. The game will take place on the campus of Cal State Fullerton and be shown live on ESPN2 (kick-off 3pm).
Recalled to the squad after a summer off is veteran skipper Kristine Lilly. Another ... Read More
Revs 1-0 MetroStars By Mark Goodman
September 25, 2005
Just when it looked as though the New England Revolution would squander a match it dominated from the beginning, James Riley continued the team’s late-game magic this season and, as a result, the Revs clinched a spot in the playoffs.
Riley’s goal in the 86th minute gave the Revs a 1-0 win ... Read More
Revs look to clinch play-off spot
September 24, 2005
After a wild night in New York seven days ago, the Revolution welcomes the MetroStars to Gillette Stadium tonight, knowing that a victory will assure it of a post-season berth.
For several weeks, Steve Nicol has been preaching the importance of hitting the play offs in stride and just one ... Read More
Twellman strikes late yet again By Andrew Hush
September 22, 2005
In what is becoming the rule rather than the exception Taylor Twellman scored in the final minute last night. With his side staring down the barrel at a second successive road loss, Twellman rose highest at the near post to head home Pat Noonan’s cross as the clock ticked through the second of ... Read More
Auction raises $135,000+ for hurricane victims By Andrew Hush
September 20, 2005
An online auction of the game-worn shirts of MLS, USA and Mexico national team players has raised over $135,000. Following the devastation that Hurricane Katrina inflicted upon the Gulf Coast, the soccer community, like so many others, immediately set about doing its bit to raise money for those ... Read More
Shades of ’99 as the Revolution Lose Their Way By Emlyn Lewis
September 20, 2005
I watched two MLS matches this weekend. I saw the Revolution play the MetroStars in New York, and I saw San Jose take on Chivas USA in Los Angeles. In both cases, I felt like Sherman had set the Way Back Machine for 1999, and I was watching the old Revolution running around the pitch like so many ... Read More
Revs busy as transfer window closes By Andrew Hush
September 17, 2005
The MLS transfer deadline passed on Thursday, meaning that sides have their rosters frozen until the 2005 season is over. Although it was a generally quiet day, there were several announcements, of which had New England connections.
The Revolution announced that New Zealand international ... Read More
Revs gear up for trip to NYC By Andrew Hush
September 17, 2005
The Revolution makes its second trip to New York of the year to play a MetroStars side, for which the game means a great deal more. Seven points clear in the Eastern Conference with a game in hand over second-placed Kansas City, Steve Nicol's side have little more to do than ensure that complacency ... Read More
MetroStars 5 - 4 Revs By Michael Jones
September 17, 2005
Red Sox fans watching tonight’s highly entertaining goal fest between the Revs and MetroStars might have had ghastly flashbacks to years past when the local team would look dead in the water, stage a heroic comeback, only to lose at the last gasp when a trusted and usually reliable player made a ... Read More
USA women face tough October games
September 16, 2005
The U.S.A. Women will face 2004 Olympic foe Australia and CONCACAF success story Mexico next month as the team continues to prepare for the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Titan Stadium, on the campus of Cal State Fullerton, will be the venue for the game against Australia on 16 October. Kickoff is ... Read More
Twellman Treble secures comfortable Revs win By Andrew Hush
September 11, 2005
He may still be looking for that elusive first goal at international level, but hitting the back of the net for his club side has never been a problem for Taylor Twellman. On the back of some negative press following his performance for the national team in Guatemala in midweek, the 25-year-old ... Read More
Revs look to add to record tally; sign Ricardo Phillips By Andrew Hush
September 10, 2005
Having established a franchise record for regular season points last week in Salt Lake City, the Revolution will be confident of adding to the record tonight against lowly Columbus Crew.
The Revs have a record of 14-5-6 (8-1-3 at home) and currently sit atop of the Eastern Conference by six ... Read More
Former Tea Men coach Noel Cantwell dies By Andrew Hush
September 8, 2005
Noel Cantwell, the Irishman who coached the Boston Tea Men from 1978-80, has died from cancer, aged 72.
Cantwell had an illustrious career in England before moving to Boston to take charge of the newly formed Tea Men in the North American Soccer League (NASL). A strong first year saw the ... Read More
USA ties Guatemala By Andrew Hush
September 7, 2005
Guatemala 0-0 USA
A largely uneventful game saw the USA just about shake off its hangover to record a goalless draw with Guatemala. Following Saturday’s clinching of qualification for the 2006 World Cup, Bruce Arena took the opportunity to look at several of the fringe players, for ... Read More
Revs do their bit to aid hurricane victims
September 7, 2005
Several New England Revolution players have lent their support to the relief effort for the victims of Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the Gulf Coast region last week.
A live online auction began last Saturday, and among the items available to bid on are the signed US national team shirts of ... Read More
Arena calls out fans again
September 6, 2005
As the champagne flowed in the dressing room and fans danced in the stands, USA coach Bruce Arena revisited what has become a favorite topic of his over the past year, as he called for supporters to 'put up or shut up' over their commitment to the sport.
With Saturday's game a happy exception, ... Read More
Revs duo recalled to US squad By Andrew Hush
September 5, 2005
Clint Dempsey and Matt Reis have both been recalled to the national team squad for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier in Guatemala. Following Saturday's game 2-0 win over Mexico, which clinched Bruce arena's side a spot in next years finals in Germany, the coach has allowed many of is ... Read More
Real Salt Lake 0-1 Revolution By By Mark Goodman
September 4, 2005
It would have been hard to imagine at the beginning of the season Khano Smith and Daniel Hernandez playing prominent roles in the New England Revolution’s quest for the Eastern Conference regular season championship and homefield advantage throughout the playoffs.
After all, Smith had looked far ... Read More
Ralston fires USA to Germany
September 4, 2005
USA 2-0 Mexico
Steve Ralston may have described it as 'the easiest goal I have ever scored' but there can be no doubt that the Revolution midfielder's 54th minute header from two yards was also the most important of the 31-year-old's career. Ralston had been largely innocuous in a goal that ... Read More
USA to close out qualifying in Foxboro
August 31, 2005
It has been announced that Foxboro's Gillette Stadium will host the USA men's national team's final World Cup qualifier, against Panama on 12 October. Depending on the outcome of this Saturday's crucial game with Mexico, next month's game will be either a celebration of the side's clinching of a ... Read More
Twellman Makes It A Capital Punishment
August 27, 2005
New England Revolution 2-1 DC United
It was the late, late show at Foxborough once again, as Taylor Twellman’s 11th MLS goal of 2005 snatched a victory for the Revolution over their bitter rivals, DC United. With the game petering out towards a draw and featuring rather more kicking of players ... Read More
USA Marches on Towards Germany
August 18, 2005
Brian McBride’s second minute goal was all the USA needed to defeat a spirited Trinidad and Tobago side, whose own impotence in front of goal owed much to an excellent display from the home side’s defense, whose solidity ensured that a succession of missed goal scoring chances did not come back to ... Read More
Colorado 2-0 Revs By Mark Goodman
August 18, 2005
The United States’ World Cup qualifier with Trinidad and Tobago forced Revolution coach Steve Nicol into some tactical adjustments Wednesday night against Colorado, and his team never seemed to adjust.
Rapids goals from Alain Nkong and Jean Phillippe Peguero gave the home side a 2-0 win over the ... Read More
FC Dallas 1-2 Revolution By Mark Goodman
August 13, 2005
Are the New England Revolution back to their early-season form?
It appears the answer may be yes. After going 1-3-2 in a six-match stretch, the Revs have gotten six points from their last two matches, including Saturday night’s 2-1 road victory over FC Dallas.
The game was tied at one late in ... Read More
Former Crusaders Coach Honored
August 12, 2005
Indiana Invaders coach Methembe Ndlovu has been named the United Soccer League (USL) Premier Development League (PDL) Coach of the Year.
Ndlovu began his coaching career with Mass Premier Soccer as head coach of the U18 Boston Bulldogs, leading the squad to the Super Y-League championship in 2001 ... Read More
Arena Names Squad for Trinidad Qualifier
August 10, 2005
National coach Bruce Arena today named a 20-man squad for next week's World Cup qualifier against Trinidad and Tobago at Rentschler Field, in Hartford, CT. However, hopes that local fans may have had of seeing all of their Revolution favorites have been dashed with the news that Matt Reis, Clint ... Read More
Revolution 4-1 Real Salt Lake By Mark Goodman
August 10, 2005
Now this is more like it.
After a string of uninspiring performances, the New England Revolution were in form Wednesday night against expansion side Real Salt Lake, defending their home turf with a 4-1 victory.
The Revs, who improved to 11-4-6 and an Eastern Conference-best 39 points, were aided ... Read More
Hernanadez returns to Foxboro
August 5, 2005
Former Rev Daniel Hernandez is back at Foxboro following a two-year spell in Mexico with Necaxa. Hernanadez was a key member of the Revs team that reached the 2002 MLS Cup Final and made the starting line-up in that game.
Prior to moving to Mexico, Hernandez played in 28 regular season games for ... Read More
Revs fall to Fire in OT
August 4, 2005
The Revolution tumbled out of the US Open Cup at the fourth round stage last night, as the Chicago Fire got the better of Steve Nicol's side in a five-goal thriller in Ludlow, Mass.
With a reduced strength side, missing the likes of Matt Reis, Clint Dempsey, Pat Noonan and Michael Parkhurst, the ... Read More
Remember when USA won the Gold Cup?
August 2, 2005
Just one week ago the USA defeated Panama on penalties to win the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Remember? Come on, you must. Brad Davis slotting home the decisive penalty? Kasey Keller’s heroics? Bruce Arena watching from the stands? Take a minute, it’ll come to you.
The point is that for all of the ... Read More
MPS sides tumble out in play-offs
July 31, 2005
The high hopes that the Cape Cod Crusaders and Boston Renegades had to regain national championships both teams had previously won were dashed on Saturday, as both sides fell in tight games.
The Crusaders, who had finished top of the PDL Northeast division, were overturned 2-1 by the Richmond ... Read More
New England Mutiny 2 - 1 Steel City Sparks
July 31, 2005
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