Revolution Recap - A podcast about the New England Revolution

In a bonus episode, Seth Macomber of The Bent Musket and Tanner Rebelo debate: Is the Revolution's Championship window closing or is it re-opening? Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/revolutionrecap   You can also support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social medi...

The offseason finally brought some news as the New England Revolution completed trades for Latif Blessing and Dave Romney, while re-signing Nacho Gil and releasing their preseason schedule.  This week, Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone give their thoughts on the trades and signings and answer the listener mailbag!  Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.co...

In a bonus episode, Seth Macomber of The Bent Musket and Greg Johnstone debate: What is the Revolution's highest priority in the offseason. Do the Revs need a box-to-box midfielder to stabilize the middle of the field? Or does the backline need an upgrade? (NOTE: This was recorded prior to the Latif Blessing-to-Revs trade, which we will discuss on an episode in the near future.) Please consider su...

The 2023 SuperDraft is officially in the books and the New England Revolution come away with three selections, including Joshua Bolma out of the University of Maryland, who the Revs moved up to #4 to select. Victor Souza of Boston College and Andreas Ueland of Virginia were also selected by the team.  This week, Tanner Rebelo and Greg Johnstone give their thoughts on the selections, the projected...

The United States World Cup is over after a demoralizing 3-1 loss to The Netherlands. Tanner Rebelo and Greg Johnstone discuss what went wrong, the (very few) positives for USMNT, and what is next for Gregg Berhalter and the USMNT manager position.  Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/revolutionrecap   You can also support our podcast by rating an...

The United States defeated Iran, 1-0, on Tuesday on the back of Christian Pulisic's first half goal to advance to a Round of 16 World Cup match-up against the Netherlands. Tanner Rebelo and Sean Donahue break down the match, Gregg's line-up and subs, and give their predictions for the Netherlands match. Also, they discuss the Revolution signing 17-year-old center back Santiago Suarez to Revs II in...

The United States and England ended their much anticipated World Cup matchup in a 0-0 draw, making Tuesday's matchup against Iran a must win for the USA. Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue break down who impressed, Gregg's subs, and Matt Turner. Also, they discuss the Revolution selecting Bobby Wood in the second round of the MLS Re-Entry Draft and what it means for the team.  Please consider support...

The United States opened their 2022 World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Wales on Monday afternoon. Despite a first half goal from Timothy Weah, a Gareth Bale penalty kick saw the Wales steal a point from the United States, making the Black Friday matchup with England much more important. This week, Sam Minton of the Bent Musket joins Tanner Rebelo to give their reactions to the match.  Please consid...

Sam Minton and Seth Macomber of The Bent Musket recently interviewed Jon Bell to get his thoughts on being selected by St. Louis, how he found out he was selected, and his time in New England.  You can also read their piece with parts of this interview at The Bent Musket: https://www.thebentmusket.com/2022/11/18/23465452/jon-bell-new-england-revolution-st-louis-city-expansion-draft Please consider...

After a slow start to the offseason, we finally have something to talk about! Rhode Island FC has revealed their logo and colors, Ismael Tajouri-Shardi's option was declined, and Jon Bell was selected in the 2022 Expansion Draft. Greg Johnstone and Tanner Rebelo give their thoughts on the week in New England Soccer.  On a personal note, we want to thank Kris Valukis for all his hard work for our p...

In a special bonus episode, we have an uncut interview of Brad Feldman with The Bent Musket's Sam Minton, parts of which were used in Sam's article from last week. Brad reflects on his tenure as voice of the Revolution and getting the start in the broadcasting industry.  You can read Sam Minton's article at The Bent Musket: https://www.thebentmusket.com/2022/10/28/23409615/brad-feldman-lived-his-d...

The offseason is officially underway and the Revolution have announced their end-of-season roster decisions. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the biggest surprises, Ema Boateng's option being declined, and answer listener questions! Also we take a sneak peak at next month's expansion draft and who we expect to be protected.  Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at htt...

The Revolution's 2022 season concluded on Sunday with a 1-1 draw in Chicago following another blown lead late in the game. Following the loss, Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue discussed the match, the lack of playing the kids, and an outlook on Vrioni in 2023. We also look ahead to who is locked into a 2023 contract and who is out of contract/has an option to project what the team looks like for ne...

Giacomo Vrioni scored his first New England Revolution goal from the penalty spot and Gustavo Bou scored his first goal since July as the Revs won 2-1 in their final home game of the season against Atlanta United, but it was too little too late as other results saw the Revs eliminated from playoff contention before the game even began. Tanner Rebelo of Trifecta Sports and Sean Donahue discuss the...

The Maple Syrup Derby proved unkind to the New England Revolution yet again, this time dealing the death blow to their playoff chances as CF Montreal emerged with a 1-0 victory at Gillette Stadium. Seth Macomber of The Bent Musket and Sean Donahue discuss the match and the future for the Revs and answer listener questions. Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www....

The New England Revolution fell short again Saturday night, falling to the New York Red Bulls 2-1 on a Lewis Morgan penalty kick. This week, Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue discuss the match, which players disappointed, and Bruce's lineup and in-game decisions. The guys also reflect on if this is the most disappointing Revolution season of all-time and Andrew Farrell's career as he reaches 300 car...

The New England Revolution got a badly needed three points with a 3-0 win over NYCFC behind goals from Jon Bell, Noel Buck, and Tommy McNamara. This week, Greg Johnstone and Kris Valukis discuss the match, playoff hopes, and answer listener questions, with some bonus Taylor Swift talk.  Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/revolutionrecap   You can...

The New England Revolution trailed 2-0 within 15 minutes on Sunday, ultimately losing 2-1 to the Los Angeles Galaxy and severely denting their playoff chances despite having plenty of chances to make a comeback. Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue discuss the match, the Revs playoff hopes and answer listener questions. Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon....

The Revolution wrapped up their week in Canada with a disappointing 4-0 loss in Montreal, A Romell Quioto brace and Kei Kamara opening goal were more than enough to leave the Revs empty handed before a controversial PK for Montreal made it 4.  This week, Sam Minton of The Bent Musket joins Kris Valukis to break it all down and answer listener questions! Please consider supporting our podcast by be...

The Revolution traveled up north to Toronto for a mid-week showdown and ended up leaving with a hard-earned point, after goals from Tommy McNamara and Justin Rennicks, and some solid defense. This week, Greg Johnstone and Kris Valukis take to Twitter Spaces to take live listener questions! Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/revolutionrecap   You...

For the first time in the 2022 MLS Season, the New England Revolution won back to back games following a 1-0 win over DC United. It also marked the fourth consecutive clean sheet for the team, the first time they've accomplished this feat since 2013. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss who impressed and didn't impress, the MLS debut of Noel Buck, and the departure of Arnor Traustason. And, as...

It was an eventful week for the New England Revolution as they made a flurry of moves before the close of the transfer window, then came away with an impressive 3-0 win in Orlando City. This week, Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone give their grades for the moves, discuss what might be the best Revolution performance of the season, and answer listener questions!   Please consider supporting our podca...

A somewhat quiet game in Foxboro came to life after a late controversial penalty call and subsequent impressive save from Petrovic, but the New England Revolution settled for a scoreless draw with Toronto FC on Saturday night. Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue discuss the match, Jozy's loan to Puebla and answer listener questions. Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https:...

A hardfought battle in Columbus saw the Revolution leave Ohio with 1 point after a scoreless draw.  The defense held strong, Giacomo Vrioni made his Revolution debut and Djordje Petrovic continues his strong start with New england. This week, Kris Valukis joins Greg Johnstone to break this one down and answer listener questions! Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https:...

The New England Revolution blew another lead thanks to defensive errors and fell 2-1 at Philadelphia for their second straight loss. Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue discuss the match, the potential Everett stadium news and answer listener questions. Please consider supporting our podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/revolutionrecap   You can also support our podcast by rating an...