Former University of Hartford defender Damion Lowe’s professional career could be on the verge of taking off. … [Read more...]
Could a Connecticut-born player break through at Nottingham Forest?
England U-17 winger Alex Mighten is playing for Nottingham Forest’s U23s, and has received offers from other clubs. But Mighten hasn't been approached by the United States, the country of his birth, or Major League Soccer teams. Mighten, born April 11, 2002 in West Hartford, Conn., has attained a … [Read more...]
Soccer Confidential: Krafts on stadium search, Burns shows faith in Friedel
In the club's 23-year history, the New England Revolution have mostly been inconsistent on the field. But investor/operators Jonathan and Robert Kraft have been consistent and persistent in their pursuit of a new stadium from the get-go. On Monday, the Krafts affirmed their commitment to the Revs at … [Read more...]
Soccer Confidential: Julian Gressel’s future could lend to overseas move
Tata Martino might not be the only Atlanta United departure once the 2018 Major League Soccer season comes to a close. Martino is weighing a two-year contract renewal, but the offer might have come too late to keep him from taking a national team position with Argentina or Mexico. Meanwhile, Atlanta … [Read more...]
Soccer Confidential: New England’s defensive woes, John Bertos as a pioneer
When Brad Friedel was hired as the seventh head coach in New England Revolution history last November, he said the team would not require major modifications to become successful. Friedel appears to have changed his tune as the Revolution continue to falter. After this Saturday's game, the … [Read more...]
Soccer Confidential: As Cristian Penilla goes, so does New England’s offense
Teal Bunbury has not only been the Revolution’s leading scorer (11 goals), but has keyed the team’s pressing tactics and kept the team balanced up front. However, the Revolution’s best attacking weapon has been Cristian Penilla (10 goals), whose one-on-one threat and penchant for trivelas have … [Read more...]
