In @MLS MD1, the @NERevolution showed a new wrinkle - the ability to operate out of tight spaces and keep the ball. This is an improvement on the '24 season, where they were middle of the pack for take-ons, and near the bottom for dispossessions... 1/2

Notes from 90 The revs chances are much like the lines on the pitch last night - faint but present. The attack saw some moments - a few good balls from Langoni Carles and good work from Ganago (though too many shots left wanting). The downfall of this attack has been the lack of any sustained pressure. Half chances and hopeful balls arent enough to earn results. The 55’ sub looked to change the shape to a 433 at times, which struggles to manage much against a back 5. Corners were some of the best chances of the night - finding heads from Langoni and Ceballos. The back line was strong, but switched off for just a moment, allowing the sole goal of the evening. Miller’s bright night was dimmed by a missed mark. And how many times can the pbp use the word peg before we say ‘stop trying to make peg work.’ #NERevs

Even by doubling their SoT in MD6, #NERevs still sit last in @MLS (along with fellow ozempic-led attackers #HoldItDown). @MattDoyle76 called out the Revs lack of attacking movement and he's right: Poor movement --> few key passes --> few SoT --> no goals (of their own) scored from the run of play.

Notes from 90 with the #NERevs 3 goals this season - OG FK, PK - none of their own from the run of play. Attack outdid their entire total of SoT for the season - came in with 5, added 6. Ganago threatened out wide, tho seemed more comfortable in and around the 18, and made the runs that were needed. Needs to finish, but looks a blade of plastic turf away from that breakthrough. Luca was far more free and created chances. He is decisive, tho at times another option - namely his own shot - might be the better choice. The athleticism of the FBs - Miller and Feingold - made an attacking difference. The defensive spine was creased too many times.  Forsberg found acres of space, and was unchallenged as the backline retreated inside their own 18. He was fantastic for RBNY. The commitment to defend from the front 4 has been admirable, but it means there is no outlet nor stretch from the 9 or wings. Sure - play it out the back, but know when to say when and don't overinvite the press. Either add more tempo or get it to safety.

Going into @MLS MD6, the best are pulling away from the rest. #vwfc, #SDFC, #DOOP are rightfully thriving #Sounders are underperforming their attacking surplus, tho injuries threaten a promising season. On the other side... #RCTID and #Rapids96 have overcome attacking disadvantages thanks to some early xGoodness #NERevs and #CFMTL carry massive attacking deficits that will need to be addressed to avoid the spoon race.

Just a few years ago, @MLS was built on superstars carrying a team. Now, the days of that sole dominant DP are numbered. Sides with an attack that is too concentrated are earning few xGs. Playing thru just a few isn't good enough. Looking at you, #Rapids96 #lagalaxy #TFCLive #rctid #NERevs

Safe don’t score. And this side is playing it safe. Notes from 90 after MD4… The #NERevs may not have many xG, but they sure are strong at preventing their own chances. Treating the final 3rd like a first time cold plunger dipping a limb in and then out of the ice bath, this team plays itself out of attacking positions consistently. Where will the goals come from? Ganago looks the part sometimes, though there are rarely any connections to be made. The ‘give it Gil’ is maddening and more pronounced than ever. Too much recycling by playing back to Capi going away from goal (and 30 yards out). Credit to the center backs for their athleticism and handles. This is a strong pairing, though they can be caught upfield and countered. The speed of the FBs is not what it needs to be to cover.

On attack, the Revolution have been a Polite Disagreement, registering just 4 shots on target. Across MLS, there are 17 PLAYERS with 4 or more shots on target. A sign of hope: this #NERevs side brings a better handle than previous sides, helpful in the narrow confines of the baseball field in their tie with #NYCFC

The defensive improvement has been a ~relative~ bright spot for the #NERevs thus far, conceding half of what they did per match in '24. They're slightly better than the RoMLS in GA, xG against, and SoT... ...but they're below league average across other defensive metrics.

#doop drops into Foxboro on Saturday on the heels of consecutive 4 goal outbursts. Philly is outperforming their attacking and defensive xG (along with Bruce's bunch #Quakes74, who've got a ~5 goal bump so far). #nerevs are about at expectation (covered up in the viz by #AllForCincy who are in a similar spot)