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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

New England Revolution vs New York City FC

20 April 2025 at 00:30Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Referee: Marcos de Oliveira

Match Summary

New England Revolution defeated New York City FC 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Campana 43′, I. Ganago 48′. 2 yellow cards were shown. New England Revolution had 42% possession while New York City FC held 58%. New England Revolution had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 16 (2 on target) for New York City FC. Expected goals: New England Revolution 1.37 — New York City FC 0.89. New England Revolution made 4 substitutions, New York City FC made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between New England Revolution and New York City FC — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

New England Revolution had 42% possession against New York City FC's 58%. New England Revolution registered 13 shots (6 on target) while New York City FC managed 16 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 9–7.

Shots on Goal
6
2
Shots Off Goal
5
8
Total Shots
13
16
Blocked Shots
2
6
Shots inside the Box
12
11
Shots outside the Box
1
5
Fouls
9
7
Corner Kicks
7
4
Offsides
4
0
Ball Possession
42%
58%
Yellow Cards
1
1
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
2
4
Total Passes
395
532
Accurate Passes
318
430
Pass Accuracy
81%
81%
Expected Goals (xG)
1.37
0.89
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

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

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for New England Revolution is 7.00, compared to 6.82 for New York City FC. 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 England Revolution's highest-rated starter is C. Gil (7.55), while New York City FC's best-rated player is Thiago Martins (6.99).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of New England Revolution have contributed 15 goals and 3 assists this season, led by C. Gil (5G). New York City FC's starters account for 9 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by H. Wolf (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 England Revolution deploy 3 defenders rated 7.04 on average, against New York City FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.68. 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 England Revolution field 5 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus New York City FC's 5 rated 6.86. 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 England Revolution start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.00, compared to 1 for New York City FC 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 84% for New England Revolution and 84% for New York City FC. 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 England Revolution's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for New York City FC. 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 England Revolution's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: P. Miller (18), oldest: C. Gil (33)), while New York City FC average 26.7 (youngest: J. Shore (18), oldest: M. Moralez (38)). 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 England Revolution's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 13 for New York City FC. 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 England Revolution3-1-4-24-1-4-1New York City FC
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Ivacic3Ceballos2Fofana4Beason8Polster12Feingold10Gil80Yusuf25Miller9Campana17Ganago49Freese35Ilenic13Martins80Haak22O'Toole32Shore9Bakrar17Wolf10Moralez26Ojeda16Martinez

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Moreira

Substitutes

Coach: Pascal Jansen

New England RevolutionPosition StrengthNew York City FC
7.00
Avg Rating
6.82
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.97
0G 0A0G 0A
7.04Defender (3 v 4)6.68
3G 0A0G 0A
6.97Midfielder (5 v 5)6.86
11G 3A9G 11A
7.00Forward (2 v 1)
1G 0A0G 0A
New England Revolution3-1-4-2
31GoalkeeperA. Ivacic
3DefenderB. Ceballos7.22G
2DefenderM. Fofana7.21G
4DefenderT. Beason6.8
8MidfielderM. Polster6.6
12MidfielderI. Feingold6.91G
10MidfielderC. Gil7.55G3A
80MidfielderA. Yusuf7.02G
25MidfielderP. Miller6.83G
9ForwardL. Campana7.01G
17ForwardI. Ganago
New York City FC4-1-4-1
49GoalkeeperM. Freese7.0
35DefenderM. Ilenic
13DefenderThiago Martins7.0
80DefenderJ. Haak
22DefenderK. O'Toole6.4
32MidfielderJ. Shore6.6
9MidfielderM. Bakrar
17MidfielderH. Wolf6.95G2A
10MidfielderM. Moralez6.91G6A
26MidfielderA. Ojeda7.03G3A
16ForwardA. Martinez

Rivalry since 2015

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

New England Revolution and New York City FC have met 26 times — New England Revolution won 10, New York City FC won 10, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. A combined 66 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.54 per match (33 for the home side, 33 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (54%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. New York City FC are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2022.

Total goals
66 · 2.5/match
Both scored
14/26 · 54%
Over 2.5
13/26 · 50%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 42 v 2022

Recent Form

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