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Boston Globe
a day ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Revolution get another result on the road, but D.C. United made it awfully hard to watch
The Revolution are not among the upper level possession teams, and they struggled against United. But the Revolution are at least trying to get there, and coach Caleb Porter has established an effective way of dealing with high-press defending. Against United, the Revolution took the lead on Ilay Feingold's goal in first-half stoppage time, and were on the verge of victory, Luis Diaz barely missing with a low shot just before the final whistle. But the Revolution were able to pass their way out of most situations against United; and the fact they have established a foundation for doing so means they should improve. Unfortunately, the Revolution do not compete in a dedicated venue with a well-groomed grass field to provide a stage for what has the potential to be a contending team. The Revolution might never win an MLS Cup — they are zero for five in finals — but they should continue to be a team worth watching. Advertisement FEINGOAL!! — New England Revolution (@NERevolution) Advertisement As for United, with Christian Benteke healthy, the team can be dangerous. But one player can only do so much. Benteke led the league in scoring (23 goals) last year, but United failed to make the playoffs. A problem with United's incessant pressing mode is that it will never attract enough top-notch players to make a run at a league title. The team will find that few high-profile performers near their prime will ever completely buy into the philosophy. And, even should United's plans produce victories, how many really good players want to do all that running and destroying? What's the point? Savvy, skilled players are going to want to dictate tempo with the ball, which also allows them to conserve energy. If they are looking long term, it seems obvious that heady, sophisticated, possession-oriented soccer works in their favor in extending careers. Another drawback to all-out pressing is that there is nothing to fall back on if it is not working. Switching off and trying to, say, play a competent possession game after everyone's committed to a wound-up mindset, can be difficult. Advertisement The origin of United's style goes back to coach Troy Lesesne's time with the New York Red Bulls, and their connection to other Red Bull clubs in Europe. But there is no compelling reason to bring that method to the US. First off, there is no relegation in MLS, and there is no real penalty if a team performs poorly. So, if you're not threatened by relegation, why not encourage creativity and aesthetic-pleasing soccer? The US has plenty of hard-charging, physical athletes. What's lacking is guile, subtlety, tactical awareness, an understanding of how to pace the game ― many of the qualities that make soccer worth participating in and watching. After recent World Cups — men's and women's — observers noted the US team faults, and seldom did they mention lack of desire or willingness to run full speed for 90-plus minutes, even if that means chasing after craftier foes. Those traits are also abundant at the club level — there is no sense emphasizing them over all else. 'We knew it would be about direct play, crosses, long throw-ins, and set pieces,' Revolution coach Caleb Porter said. 'When you leave the margin at one, it makes it even tougher. Then, you're obviously in a compacted week where your guys aren't going to be quite as fresh mentally and physically. But it is difficult to deal with, no doubt, and we have to score the second goal.' There were times when United, a mostly anonymous, uninspiring group, threatened. D.C. equalized via Gabriel Pirani in the first minute of second-half added time, snapping a 495-minute league scoreless spell dating to May 3. Meanwhile, the Revolution, who arrived a few hours before kickoff due to a flight delay (mechanical problems), mostly maintained their composure and tried to capitalize on United's over-aggressiveness. Advertisement Watching the contest, though, seemed like a chore. You have to think many spectators just wanted the match to get over — win, lose, or draw. Jogo bonito 🇧🇷 — D.C. United (@dcunited) Frank Dell'Apa can be reached at
Associated Press
2 days ago
- General
- Associated Press
New England Revolution bring draw streak into matchup with CF Montreal
New England Revolution (5-4-5, ninth in the Eastern Conference) vs. CF Montreal (1-10-5, 14th in the Eastern Conference) Montreal, Quebec; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Montreal +124, New England +195, Draw +251; over/under is 2.5 goals BOTTOM LINE: The New England Revolution face CF Montreal after playing to a draw in four straight games. Montreal is 1-7-4 against conference opponents. Montreal has scored 11 goals while allowing 29 for a -18 goal differential. The Revolution are 5-4-2 against Eastern Conference opponents. The Revolution have a 3-0-0 record in games they score a pair of goals. The teams meet Saturday for the first time this season. TOP PERFORMERS: Prince-Osei Owusu has four goals and two assists for Montreal. Giacomo Vrioni has three goals over the last 10 games. Carles Gil has scored six goals with two assists for the Revolution. Leonardo Campana has two goals over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Montreal: 1-6-3, averaging 0.8 goals, 3.7 shots on goal and 5.1 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.9 goals per game. Revolution: 5-1-4, averaging 1.5 goals, 4.3 shots on goal and 4.4 corner kicks per game while allowing 0.9 goals per game. NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Montreal: Hennadiy Synchuk (injured), Bryce Duke (injured), Dominik Yankov (injured). Revolution: Luca Daniel Langoni (injured), Will Sands (injured), Leonardo Campana (injured), Maximiliano Urruti (injured). ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Associated Press
3 days ago
- General
- Associated Press
DC United, New England withstand each other in furious ending for 1-1 draw
WASHINGTON (AP) — DC United's Gabriel Pirani leveled it in extra time and New England keeper Aljaz Ivacic made two key saves and the two teams each gained a point with a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night. Pirani scored a minute into extra time to pull DC United (3-7-6) into a 1-all tie. His left-footed shot from the left outside the box found the top left corner. Immediately after, the Revs' Luis Diaz Espinoza won a free kick after drawing a yellow card on Kye Rowles. Wyatt Omsberg blocked DC United's Aaron Herrera's shot attempt from the center outside the box. New England's Carles Gil earned a free kick after drawing yellow on Boris Enow. Unsuccessful, DC United's Randall Leal drew yellow on Alhassan Yusuf setting up Ivacic's save on Jared Stroud. On the rebound, Ivacis thwarted David Schnegg to keep it even. New England's Luis Diaz Espinoza's right boot from right of the box missed to the left to end it. Ilay Feingold scored from the center of the box in stoppage time of the first half to give New England a 1-0 advantage. The Revolution (5-4-5) travel to play CF Montreal on Saturday. DC United travels to face FC Cincinnati on Saturday. ___ AP soccer:
Washington Post
3 days ago
- General
- Washington Post
DC United, New England withstand each other in furious ending for 1-1 draw
WASHINGTON — DC United's Gabriel Pirani leveled it in extra time and New England keeper Aljaz Ivacic made two key saves and the two teams each gained a point with a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night. Pirani scored a minute into extra time to pull DC United (3-7-6) into a 1-all tie. His left-footed shot from the left outside the box found the top left corner.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
DC United, New England withstand each other in furious ending for 1-1 draw
WASHINGTON (AP) — DC United's Gabriel Pirani leveled it in extra time and New England keeper Aljaz Ivacic made two key saves and the two teams each gained a point with a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night. Pirani scored a minute into extra time to pull DC United (3-7-6) into a 1-all tie. His left-footed shot from the left outside the box found the top left corner. Advertisement Immediately after, the Revs' Luis Diaz Espinoza won a free kick after drawing a yellow card on Kye Rowles. Wyatt Omsberg blocked DC United's Aaron Herrera's shot attempt from the center outside the box. New England's Carles Gil earned a free kick after drawing yellow on Boris Enow. Unsuccessful, DC United's Randall Leal drew yellow on Alhassan Yusuf setting up Ivacic's save on Jared Stroud. On the rebound, Ivacis thwarted David Schnegg to keep it even. New England's Luis Diaz Espinoza's right boot from right of the box missed to the left to end it. Ilay Feingold scored from the center of the box in stoppage time of the first half to give New England a 1-0 advantage. The Revolution (5-4-5) travel to play CF Montreal on Saturday. DC United travels to face FC Cincinnati on Saturday. ___ AP soccer:
