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The New England Revolution head to Yankee Stadium on Saturday night, eager to shake off a frustrating start to the 2025 season as they take on New York City FC in Matchday 4. The Revolution (0-2-1) sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, still searching for their first goal and victory of the campaign. Meanwhile, NYCFC (1-1-1) come into the contest riding the momentum of a 2-1 home win over Orlando City SC.
REVOLUTION STRUGGLE TO FIND FORM
New England’s start to the season has been anything but ideal. Three matches in, and the Revolution are the only MLS team yet to find the back of the net. Their last win dates back to September 28, 2024, adding to the mounting pressure on head coach Caleb Porter and his squad.
With striker Leo Campana sidelined due to a hamstring injury, New England will turn to veteran forward Maxi Urruti to lead the attack. The Revs’ lack of offensive production has been a major concern, but history may be on their side this weekend. They hold a narrow edge in the all-time regular-season series against NYCFC (10-9-6) and will look to snap their winless streak in the Bronx, a place where they haven’t won since October 2020.
NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION INJURY REPORT:
- Leo Campana – Hamstring (Out)
- Tomas Chancalay – Knee (Out)
- Peyton Miller – Groin (Out)
NYCFC RIDING MOMENTUM, MISSING KEY DEFENDER
New York City FC are coming off their first win of the season, a 2-1 victory over Orlando City SC, where second-half goals from Alonso Martinez and Hannes Wolf secured three points at home. Goalkeeper Matt Freese played a key role, making three crucial saves to seal the win.
However, NYCFC will be missing a key defensive piece in Kevin O’Toole, who is suspended after receiving a red card last weekend. They’ll also be without three key players due to injury: Tayvon Gray (leg), Malachi Jones (leg), and Andrés Perea (hip). Despite these setbacks, NYCFC remains a formidable opponent at home, where they’ll look to take advantage of the Revolution’s offensive struggles.
NEW YORK CITY FC INJURY REPORT:
- Tayvon Gray – Leg (Out)
- Malachi Jones – Leg (Out)
- Andrés Perea – Hip (Out)
KEY PLAYER TO WATCH: CARLES GIL
If the Revolution are to break their scoreless streak, midfielder Carles Gil will need to orchestrate the attack. The Spanish playmaker is on the verge of making history, currently tied with Steve Ralston (73) for the most assists in club history. A strong performance from Gil could provide the spark New England desperately needs to get on the scoreboard and secure their first win of the season.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Saturday’s matchup presents a crucial opportunity for the Revolution to course-correct early in the season. With both teams dealing with key absences, the game could hinge on which side adapts best to its missing pieces. If New England’s defense holds firm and Gil finds a way to create chances, the Revolution could finally break through and earn a much-needed result. However, NYCFC’s home-field advantage and recent form suggest they won’t make it easy.
Will the Revolution finally put an end to their scoring drought and snap their winless streak, or will NYCFC capitalize on their home turf? Saturday night’s showdown in the Bronx will provide the answer.
