In a match held at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Ill., New England Revolution II faced off against Chicago Fire FC II on June 9, 2025, resulting in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with New England securing an additional point from a 5-4 victory in the penalty shootout. The highlight of the match was the performance of two 16-year-old Revolution Academy talents, Judah Siqueira and Josh Macedo, both of whom scored their first professional goals.
After an initial 21-minute play on Sunday was halted by weather, the match resumed on Monday, where Siqueira opened the scoring in the 15th minute, showcasing his skills as he converted a pass from midfielder Gevork Diarbian. This marks Siqueira’s first goal in MLS NEXT Pro and adds to Diarbian’s impressive assist tally.
The match saw further excitement when the home team, Chicago, equalized just before halftime with Jean Diouf’s volley from a corner kick. New England responded with Macedo’s goal in the 59th minute, reclaiming the lead with a determined rebound after a shot deflected off Chicago’s goalkeeper. However, Chicago managed to draw level once more with a goal from Claudio Cassano in the 78th minute.
New England goalkeeper Max Weinstein recorded three saves during regular play and contributed to the shootout, and the sturdy defense featured Boston College alum Victor Souza and Swedish international Gabe Dahlin, both nearing a milestone of ten appearances this season.
The match also marked the first start for forward Michael Tsicoulias, who recently joined the team and was actively involved in helping his side achieve a positive result. Notably, Revolution II’s strong performance away from home shows resilience, as they have now secured points in eight of their first 11 matches of the 2025 season.
Next, the team returns to Foxborough, preparing to host FC Cincinnati 2 at Gillette Stadium, where they have been unbeaten this season with three wins and two draws at home. This upcoming match is eagerly awaited, as it presents an opportunity for New England to build on their current momentum in the league.
The encouraging performance by the younger players coupled with the team’s solid start to the season fosters optimism for upcoming matches.
Overall, the match underscores the growth of the Revolution’s Academy players and the strength of the team’s collective effort.