Our prediction for this MLS match:
Gillette Stadium will host Sunday’s MLS game between New England Revolution and New York City. The Revs aim to make amends for back-to-back losses to New York Red Bulls and Philadelphia Union and they face yet another difficult challenge against the Blue Pigeons. Bear in mind, though, that defender Ryan Spaulding is banned for the match. New York City, on the other hand, are eyeing their fourth consecutive league win.
As the Blue Pigeons proved their worth in the New York derby, away win should be considered. Algeria international Monsef Bakrar is pushing for a rare start sealing the victory against New York Red Bulls, while James Sands serves a one-game ban due to the accumulation of yellow cards. Both Rio Hope-Gund and Maxi Moralez continue to miss out with injuries for the away team. Last time out New York City defeated New England Revolution 2-0.
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.