The New England Revolution are gearing up for an important Eastern Conference matchup against CF Montréal this Friday night at Gillette Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. This match marks the second of four consecutive home games for the Revolution as they strive to turn around their fortunes.
Currently positioned 11th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 6 wins, 10 losses, and 7 draws, the Revolution have faced challenges recently, including a 2-1 defeat against Orlando City SC. The team is still in search of their first victory since early June and aims to harness their home field advantage against Montréal, a squad that they previously dominated with a 3-0 victory in their last encounter.
This coming match will be pivotal for New England, especially as they approach the end of July. Key player Carles Gil, who participated in the MLS All-Star Game recently, will be looking to help the team regain its momentum as they navigate a critical stretch of games. However, the team will have to adjust their defense without Brayan Ceballos, who is suspended due to yellow card accumulation.
On the other hand, CF Montréal sits at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, currently 15th with only 15 points from 3 wins, 15 losses, and 6 draws. They come into this match after a 2-0 loss to Chicago Fire FC and have struggled throughout the season, particularly on the road with a dismal 2-8-3 record. With a total of 45 goals conceded, they have one of the league’s weakest defenses.
Despite their overall struggles, Montréal features standout striker Prince Owusu, who has netted 10 goals this season, accounting for half of his team’s scoring output. The Revolution will need to keep a close eye on him in order to secure a crucial win.
Head coach Caleb Porter emphasized the need to focus on recent performances and game planning rather than solely on past results. Players like striker Leo Campana remain optimistic, asserting belief in the team’s potential and quality despite their recent run of form.
As New England seeks to initiate a turnaround, their match against Montréal could be the much-needed spark to ignite a successful streak. The atmosphere at Gillette Stadium will be charged with anticipation as fans hope for a turning point in the Revolution’s season.