MLS Match Preview: New England Revolution (2-4-1) vs. New York City FC (3-3-2)

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The upcoming MLS showdown between New England Revolution (2-4-1) and New York City FC (3-3-2) is set to take place on April 19, 2025, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Both teams are looking to build momentum in the Eastern Conference, with New England aiming to turn their season around and NYCFC hoping to extend their unbeaten run against the Revs.

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Match Details

  • Date: April 19, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Venue: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
  • Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV

Team Previews

New England Revolution

New England has struggled offensively this season, sitting 12th in the Eastern Conference with seven points from seven matches. Their most recent outing was a 1-0 victory over Atlanta United, marking their second win of the season. Midfielder Carles Gil has been the lone bright spot, scoring all of New England’s goals this season, including two from the penalty spot. The Revs have lacked attacking depth, but the potential return of Tomás Chancalay and Leo Campana could provide a much-needed boost.

New York City FC

NYCFC sits two places above New England in the standings, with four more points and a game in hand. They snapped a three-match winless streak with a 1-0 victory over Philadelphia Union last weekend. Forward Alonso Martínez has been in excellent form, scoring 13 goals in 16 regular-season games dating back to last August. NYCFC has dominated recent meetings against New England, going unbeaten in their last six matchups (W3 D3), including a 2-1 victory in mid-March.

Key Players to Watch

  • New England Revolution:
    • Carles Gil – The team’s only goal scorer this season.
    • Tomás Chancalay – Could make his return from injury.
    • Leo Campana – Expected to provide attacking reinforcement.
  • New York City FC:
    • Alonso Martínez – NYCFC’s top scorer since last August.
    • Matt Freese – Will be crucial in goal for NYCFC.
    • Thiago Martins – Scored an own goal in the last meeting between these teams.

Match Prediction

New England has struggled to find the back of the net, while NYCFC has been inconsistent on the road. However, NYCFC’s dominance in recent meetings and their attacking firepower give them the edge. Expect a tight, low-scoring affair, with NYCFC likely to extend their unbeaten streak against the Revs.

New England Revolution + 145  Draw + 250         New York City FC + 180

Over 2.5 + 102                                  Under 2.5 – 122

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 181, 2025

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