Our prediction for this MLS match:
Toronto FC and New England Revolution square off against each other at BMO Field in what is expected to be a close encounter. The Reds are eager to put an end to their three-game losing run and we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field this time out. Experienced defender Kevin Long is banned for the match following his late sending-off in a 3-2 loss to Charlotte, while all Diomande, Insigne, Laryea, and Servania are out of contention with injuries.
Meanwhile, the Revs continue with their old habit of producing fine performances at home, while struggling on the travels and given their three-game losing run on the road, home win should definitely be considered. Both Bye and Miller are sidelined with injuries, while duo Borrero – Mensah will be assessed ahead of the kick-off. In their last encounter in the Major League Soccer Toronto FC defeated New England Revolution thanks to Lorenzo Insigne’s goal.
Highlighted Player (Lorenzo Insigne):
Born in Frattamaggiore, Naples on June 4, 1991, Lorenzo Insigne is an Italian footballer who plays for his hometown club Napoli in the Serie A. Insigne is a product of Olimpia Sant’Arpino football school, but he joined the Partenopei at the age of 15.
The diminutive attacker scored his first ever goal in the Italian top flight on September 16, 2012 in a 3-1 win over Parma. Insigne, who played for the likes of Cavese, Foggia and Pescara on loan before returning to Naples, made his debut with the Italian national team on September 11, 2012 in the World Cup qualifier against Malta.
The Napoli forward scored his first ever goal for the Azzurri in a friendly against Argentina on August 14, 2013. His main position is left winger, but he is used as a second striker as well. Lorenzo Insigne has a contract with Napoli until June 30, 2022.
Highlighted Team (New England Revolution):
Unlike famous NFL club New England Patriots, the Revolution have yet to win the domestic trophy. New England participated five times in the MLS Cup final, but they were more than fortunate not to lift the silverware. The Revs played their last final in 2014, with the team losing to LA Galaxy in the title game at StubHub Center. New England Revolution, though, clinched the North American SuperLiga trophy in 2008 and that is considered as the club’s biggest success.
It has to be noted that the Revs defeated Houston Dynamo on penalties in the final of the tournament. New England Revolution were founded in 1994 and Gillette Stadium is the home ground of the club. Legendary defender Alexi Lalas played for the Revolution (1996-1997) and he scored three goals for the Gillette Stadium outfit. Fellow USA ace Clint Dempsey was part of the team as well and you should know that he netted 25 goals in 71 league appearances for the club.