Major League Soccer Regular Season - 14
New England Revolution 0 - 3 FT Nashville SC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Najar 23'
B. Acosta (C. Espinoza) 34'
M. Corcoran 40'
W. Madrigal 41'
HT
↓ A. Najar ↑D. Lovitz 50'
56' B. Raines
69' ↓ M. Polster ↑D. Fagundez
B. Acosta (C. Espinoza) 74'
↓ M. Corcoran ↑C. Brunet 75'
↓ A. Qasem ↑A. Muyl 76'
78' ↓ G. Yow ↑M. Fry
78' ↓ D. Turgeman ↑M. Zambrano
D. Lovitz 83'
85' ↓ C. Gil ↑E. Klein
85' ↓ B. Raines ↑J. Yueill
↓ H. Mukhtar ↑W. Pacius 86'
↓ R. Baker-Whiting ↑J. Bauer 86'
90' A. Yusuf
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
New England Revolution
Goalkeepers
Matt Turner 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
William Sands 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
50%
Pass Acc
Ethan Kohler 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Mamadou Fofana 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Peyton Miller
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Brooklyn Raines
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Matt Polster
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Griffin Yow
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Carles Gil
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Alhassan Yusuf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Dor Turgeman
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
BENCH
Donovan Parisian 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Brayan Ceballos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrew Farrell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tanner Beason
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Fagúndez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eric Klein
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jackson Yueill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malcolm Fry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcos Zambrano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nashville SC
Goalkeepers
Brian Schwake
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Andy Najar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
50
Entry
Jeisson Palacios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxwell Woledzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reed Baker-Whiting 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
22%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Midfielders
Cristian Espinoza
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
2
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Bryan Acosta 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
9
Rating
Matthew Corcoran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Ahmed Qasem
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Forwards
Hany Mukhtar
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
19%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Warren Madrigal 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Joe Willis
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Daniel Lovitz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
43
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josh Bauer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jordan Knight
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Maher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charles-Emile Brunet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Muyl
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shakur Mohammed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Woobens Pacius
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2026 | Nashville SC | 4 - 1 | New England Revolution | Major League Soccer | Geodis Park |
| 06/25/2025 | New England Revolution | 2 - 3 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | Gillette Stadium |
| 02/23/2025 | Nashville SC | 0 - 0 | New England Revolution | Major League Soccer | Geodis Park |
| 09/28/2024 | New England Revolution | 1 - 0 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | Gillette Stadium |
| 08/06/2024 | New England Revolution | 1 - 1 (PEN 5-4) | Nashville SC | Leagues Cup | Gillette Stadium |
| 06/02/2024 | Nashville SC | 1 - 2 | New England Revolution | Major League Soccer | GEODIS Park |
| 10/15/2023 | Nashville SC | 3 - 2 | New England Revolution | Major League Soccer | GEODIS Park |
| 03/18/2023 | New England Revolution | 1 - 0 | Nashville SC | Major League Soccer | Gillette Stadium |
| 02/10/2023 | New England Revolution | 1 - 0 | Nashville SC | Friendlies Clubs | Al Lang Stadium |
| 02/10/2023 | Nashville SC | 0 - 1 | New England Revolution | Friendlies Clubs |
02/22/2026
06/25/2025
02/23/2025
09/28/2024
08/06/2024
06/02/2024
10/15/2023
03/18/2023
02/10/2023
02/10/2023
New England Revolution Win
Nashville SC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +16
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 9 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: -10
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 14 GD: +20
P: 15 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -7
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -1
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: -2
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -21
P: 14 GD: -7
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -12
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Clinical Masterclass Shakes Up the Eastern Elite
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 45/100. The visitors delivered a ruthless attacking display to rip up the script and hijack first place.
A Chess Match Turns Ruthless
The atmosphere at Gillette Stadium was electric, crackling with the massive Stakes of a genuine top-of-the-table clash under the lights. The New England Revolution entered the evening sitting proudly at the summit, and they immediately set out to stamp their authority on the contest. They edged possession throughout the opening exchanges, stringing together precise passing sequences in an attempt to pull the opposing defense completely out of shape. The home side piled on intense set-piece pressure, contributing heavily to a chaotic match total of 13 corners. However, Nashville SC remained resolutely unfazed. Their backline was anchored by the defensive brilliance of Jeisson Palacios, whose outstanding positional awareness and timely interventions continually frustrated the hosts. Despite controlling the ball, New England struggled to turn their territorial advantage into clear-cut chances.
The Espinoza-Acosta Connection
The tactical stalemate was shattered during a devastating seven-minute flurry that completely flipped the match script. While the hosts dominated the ball, the visitors played with a ruthless edge that redefined the meaning of final-third efficiency. In the 34th minute, a lightning-fast attacking transition saw C. Espinoza carve open the vulnerable defense, delivering a perfectly weighted ball for B. Acosta to smash home the crucial opener. Before the stunned home crowd could even process the setback, Nashville struck again with venom. In the 41st minute, W. Madrigal seized his moment, doubling the advantage with a magnificent and clinical finish. The sheer Upset factor was staggering. Nashville had barely registered a fraction of expected goals, yet their lethal finishing turned a modest 0.39 xG into a commanding two-goal cushion by halftime.
Securing the Summit
Desperation quickly set in for the home side after the interval. Chasing the game aggressively, the Revolution pushed their lines dangerously high, completely sacrificing their structural Balance in a frantic bid to find a much-needed lifeline. This aggressive tactical shift left gaping holes in transition, and the visitors were more than happy to oblige on the counter. The Intensity never dropped from the away side, and in the 74th minute, Acosta plunged the final dagger into the hosts' hearts. Linking up with Espinoza once again, he completed a spectacular brace to emphatically seal the 3-0 rout. This monumental victory doesn't just earn three points; it violently shakes up the entire league hierarchy. Nashville leapfrogs their bitter rivals to seize first place, throwing the MLS title race into absolute chaos.
Key Questions
What made Bryan Acosta the Man of the Match?
Acosta scored a clinical brace, converting limited chances with ruthless efficiency. His flawless link-up play with C. Espinoza completely dismantled the opposing defense.
What does this mean for New England Revolution's season?
Losing this massive six-pointer means they drop crucial points, allowing Nashville to overtake them and seize first place in a tightly contested title race.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Top-of-the-Table Crunch Match at Gillette Stadium
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A genuine six-pointer that could redefine the early MLS title picture as the Revolution aim to dethrone Nashville.
The Setup
First place meets second in a match bursting with massive Stakes. Nashville SC bring a four-point cushion and an imposing defensive record to Gillette Stadium. But the New England Revolution boast an impeccable home record, having won all five of their home fixtures this season. An aggressive Form rating highlights the hosts' momentum, though the visitors are seasoned road warriors. Expect razor-thin margins; the Balance is heavily contested, with both sides possessing the Stars to flip the script in a heartbeat.
Key Battle
The midfield engine room will dictate this clash. Carles Gil is the undisputed maestro for New England, weaving through defensive lines and creating chaos in the final third. He goes head-to-head against Nashville's talisman, Hany Mukhtar. Mukhtar's ability to transition defense into devastating counter-attacks makes him the ultimate threat. Whoever dictates the tempo here claims the points.
Our Prediction
Nashville's slight edge on the road makes them dangerous, but New England's fortress mentality is impossible to ignore. We expect a tense 1-1 draw. The visitors will strike on the counter, but the hosts will claw their way back through sustained late pressure.