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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

New York City FC vs New England Revolution

15 March 2025 at 23:40Yankee Stadium, Bronx

Match Summary

New York City FC defeated New England Revolution 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Thiago Martins 26′ (o.g.), J. Fernandez 38′, A. Martinez 68′. 3 yellow cards were shown. New York City FC had 46% possession while New England Revolution held 54%. New York City FC had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for New England Revolution. Expected goals: New York City FC 1.15 — New England Revolution 0.46. New York City FC made 4 substitutions, New England Revolution made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between New York City FC and New England Revolution — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

New York City FC had 46% possession against New England Revolution's 54%. New York City FC registered 10 shots (4 on target) while New England Revolution managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 7–9. Fouls committed: 13–11.

Shots on Goal
4
1
Shots Off Goal
5
3
Total Shots
10
7
Blocked Shots
1
3
Shots inside the Box
8
4
Shots outside the Box
2
3
Fouls
13
11
Corner Kicks
7
9
Offsides
1
1
Ball Possession
46%
54%
Yellow Cards
2
1
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
1
2
Total Passes
421
489
Accurate Passes
341
406
Pass Accuracy
81%
83%
Expected Goals (xG)
1.15
0.46
Goals Prevented (xGP)
-1
-1

Lineups

New York City FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pascal Jansen, while New England Revolution deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pablo Moreira.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for New York City FC is 6.83, compared to 6.96 for New England Revolution. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. New York City FC's highest-rated starter is Thiago Martins (6.99), while New England Revolution's best-rated player is C. Gil (7.55).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of New York City FC have contributed 8 goals and 8 assists this season, led by H. Wolf (5G). New England Revolution's starters account for 11 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by C. Gil (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

New York City FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against New England Revolution's 4-man backline averaging 7.00. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

New York City FC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus New England Revolution's 5 rated 6.93. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

New York City FC start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for New England Revolution averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 83% for New York City FC and 87% for New England Revolution. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

New York City FC's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for New England Revolution. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of New York City FC's starting XI is 27.3 (youngest: J. Shore (18), oldest: M. Moralez (38)), while New England Revolution average 27.9 (youngest: B. Ceballos (24), oldest: C. Gil (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

New York City FC's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 11 for New England Revolution. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

New York City FC4-2-3-14-2-3-1New England Revolution
GKDEFMIDFWD
49Freese35Ilenic13Martins80Haak2Cavallo32Shore55Parks11Fernand.10Moralez17Wolf16Martinez31Ivacic15Bye3Ceballos2Fofana23Sands14Yueill8Polster17Ganago10Gil80Yusuf37Urruti

Substitutes

Coach: Pascal Jansen

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Moreira

New York City FCPosition StrengthNew England Revolution
6.83
Avg Rating
6.96
6.97Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.80Defender (4 v 4)7.00
0G 0A4G 0A
6.82Midfielder (5 v 5)6.93
8G 8A7G 3A
New York City FC4-2-3-1
49GoalkeeperM. Freese7.0
35DefenderM. Ilenic
13DefenderThiago Martins7.0
80DefenderJ. Haak
2DefenderN. Cavallo6.6
32MidfielderJ. Shore6.6
55MidfielderK. Parks6.82G
11MidfielderJ. Fernandez
10MidfielderM. Moralez6.91G6A
17MidfielderH. Wolf6.95G2A
16ForwardA. Martinez
New England Revolution4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperA. Ivacic
15DefenderB. Bye
3DefenderB. Ceballos7.22G
2DefenderM. Fofana7.21G
23DefenderW. Sands6.71G
14MidfielderJ. Yueill6.6
8MidfielderM. Polster6.6
17MidfielderI. Ganago
10MidfielderC. Gil7.55G3A
80MidfielderA. Yusuf7.02G
37ForwardM. Urruti

Rivalry since 2015

New York City FC vs New England Revolution Head to Head Results· 26

New York City FC and New England Revolution have met 26 times — New York City FC won 9, New England Revolution won 11, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. New England Revolution leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 26 meetings. A combined 65 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (31 for the home side, 34 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 13 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (46%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2022.

Total goals
65 · 2.5/match
Both scored
13/26 · 50%
Over 2.5
12/26 · 46%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 42 v 2022

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, New York City FC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. New England Revolution show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026