Revolution Defeat Atlanta United FC, 2-1, on Wednesday Night

July 3, 2024 – Major League Soccer (MLS)
New England Revolution News Release

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Revolution (7-11-1; 22 pts.) defeated Atlanta United FC (6-9-6; 24 pts.), 2-1, on Wednesday night with over 20,171 fans on hand at Gillette Stadium. The Revolution, winners of five of their last six matches, were led to victory by forward Giacomo Vrioni’s two-goal performance, his second brace in the last three games. Defender DeJuan Jones and Homegrown midfielder Noel Buck each collected an assist in the win, while goalkeeper Aljaž Ivačič registered six saves to help secure the win.

New England started Wednesday’s match on the offensive from the opening whistle, aided by winger Dylan Borrero, who returned to the starting lineup after a two-game injury absence. The Revolution’s early efforts culminated in a goal from Vrioni in the 11th minute. The 25-year-old striker collected a pass from Jones and nutmegged his defender to create space for a left-footed strike. Jones, who suited up for his 125th MLS start on Wednesday, recorded his first helper of the 2024 campaign on the early tally.

The Revolution continued to pressure Atlanta’s defense with scoring opportunities in the ensuing minutes. Once again, Vrioni rewarded New England’s labor in the attack with his second goal of the night in the 45th minute, giving him five tallies in the last four games. Buck delivered a pinpoint cross to the back stick, where Vrioni leapt to meet it and redirect a shot past Brad Guzan, sending the Revolution into the halftime break with a 2-0 advantage. Buck has now reached the scoresheet in two of his last four games played.

New England kept the visitors at bay in the second half, maintaining the two-goal lead until Atlanta reached the scoreboard on forward Daniel Ríos’ goal in stoppage time. The Revolution held on for the win, giving the team its third home win in the last four games in Foxborough. Ivačič, who made his 10th start since joining New England in April, recorded his sixth victory of the season. Henry Kessler returned to the Starting XI, pairing with Xavier Arreaga in central defense.

New England concludes the two-match week with a visit to Western Conference opponent Seattle Sounders FC on Saturday night. The match kicks off at 10:30 p.m. ET at Lumen Field and airs on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app in English and Spanish. Listen to New England’s local radio call on 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM) with Brad Feldman and Charlie Davies….