Red Bulls Seek Momentum as Revolution Aim for First Win
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New York Red Bulls will look to extend their unbeaten streak to five matches when they visit the struggling New England Revolution on Saturday afternoon at Gillette Stadium.
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Red Bulls Trending Up Behind Forsberg’s Spark
After a rocky start to the 2024 MLS season, the Red Bulls (2-1-2, 8 points) have found their stride. Captain Emil Forsberg continued his strong form with a brace in last weekend’s 2-1 win over Toronto FC, bringing his team-leading goal total to three.
The Red Bulls’ offensive evolution is starting to take shape under new head coach Sandro Schwarz. With Forsberg orchestrating the attack and the squad buying into a higher-intensity approach, New York has now earned points in four straight matches.
“We are having fun together, working hard, and pushing to improve every game,” Forsberg said. “Especially in the attacking half, we’re growing each week.”
However, the Red Bulls will be without midfielder Felipe Carballo after his late red card against Toronto. Schwarz also voiced concern about squad fatigue and potential injuries heading into Saturday’s match on Gillette Stadium’s artificial turf.
“We have to be careful, especially after some of our guys have come back from international duty,” Schwarz said.
Revolution Still Searching for a Spark
The Revolution (0-3-1, 1 point) are still looking for their first win of the season and have been idle since a 2-1 loss to New York City FC on March 15. In four games, they’ve failed to score a goal from open play, their lone tally coming via an NYCFC own goal.
Head coach Caleb Porter emphasized urgency following the club’s disappointing start.
“We have to keep fighting and we have to win the next game. It’s that simple,” Porter said. “It’s been good to have a couple weeks to work on things, but now we need to deliver.”
New England could get a boost from 17-year-old homegrown defender Peyton Miller, who is nearing a return from a preseason groin injury. His addition could bring needed energy and versatility to the back line.
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Series Outlook
The Red Bulls and Revolution split their matchups last season, with the home team winning both contests. New York is looking to reverse that trend and win in Foxborough for the first time since 2021.
With New York gaining confidence and New England desperate to turn things around, Saturday’s match offers high stakes for two Eastern Conference clubs on opposite trajectories.