The offseason is underway and the Revolution have made their end-of-year decisions. In total, 18 players remain under contract with the Revs, while 7 players had their team options declined and 5 players saw their contract expire. Sean Donahue, Kris Valukis, and Greg Johnstone discuss their biggest surprises from the roster cut down, look ahead to the offseason, and discuss the latest news in the Diego Fagundez saga. Also, they discuss who might come back, expectations for next season, and some ...
Dec 14, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 398
The New England Revolution's playoff run came to an end on Sunday in the Eastern Conference Final as they were outplayed in a 1-0 loss to the Columbus Crew. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the match, Bruce Arena's tactics and subs, the future for the Revs and your questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap Facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Timestamps: 1:35 - Arena's tactics 17:16 - Quiet night/missed chances for Bou 20:15 - A...
Dec 07, 2020•57 min•Ep. 397
The New England Revolution continued their march through the playoffs with a 3-1 upset at Orlando City SC driven by strong performances from Tajon Buchanan, Gustavo Bou, Carles Gil and Matt Turner, sending the Revs back to the Eastern Conference Final for the first time since 2014. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the match, Buchanan's continued emergence at right back, Bruce Arena's tactics and answer your questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolu...
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 396
The New England Revolution pull off the first ever #8 seed over #1 seed upset with a 2-0 win over the Philadelphia Union. Goals from Adam Buksa and Tajon Buchanan were enough to see off the Supporters Shield winners and give the Revs their first win over the Union in six games this season. The win sets up a Eastern Conference Semi-Finals matchup against Orlando City. Sean Donahue, Kris Valukis, and Greg Johnstone break down the game, talk about Tajon at right back, and ponder how far the Revs ca...
Nov 25, 2020•53 min•Ep. 395
The New England Revolution advanced on a thrilling 2-1 win over the Montreal Impact, which was capped by Gustavo Bou's game winning goal in the last minute of stoppage time. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone break down the highs and lows from the game, praise the designated players, and discuss the latest from the Diego Fagundez saga. And, of course, we take your listener questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, reach out to us via...
Nov 21, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 394
It was an unsuccessful Decision Day for the New England Revolution, as the Revs lost 2-0 to the Philadelphia Union and end the season with no wins in five tries against their I-95 rivals. With the loss and other results around the league, the Revs end the season in 8th place in the Eastern Conference. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone break down the game, as well as the Revs poor set piece defending, confusing tactics, the cryptic tweets from Diego Fagundez's dad, and as always listener questions!...
Nov 09, 2020•50 min•Ep. 393
The New England Revolution's offense finally came alive in Foxboro with a back and forth 4-3 win over D.C. United. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the Revs final regular season home game of 2020, whether the defense is a problem, Teal Bunbury's brace, and answer your questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Time Stamps: 1:28 - Worrying signs from defense 9:20 - Teal Bunbury 12:03 - Who shou...
Nov 02, 2020•54 min•Ep. 392
It was a week of mixed emotions as the Revs only take one point over two games, but welcome back Carles Gil to the field. Alex Dolan of The Bent Musket joins Greg Johnstone to discuss the mixed results, the Revs inability to break down teams that park the bus, and the glorious return of Carles Gil. We also talk Gustavo Bou injury concerns, why Scott Caldwell is starting over Matt Polster, and answer your listener questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue, @JADolan11, @TheB...
Oct 25, 2020•51 min•Ep. 189
The New England Revolution took six points two road wins in "New York" last week, defeating NYCFC and the Montreal Impact. Greg Johnstone welcomes Kris Valukis of the Revs Revolt Youtube channel to talk about the redemption of Adam Buksa, our concern level of Gustavo Bou and the potential return of Carles Gil. Plus, we get excited about Kakuta Manneh and Matt Polster, complain about depth at center back, and answer your listener questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue, @...
Oct 18, 2020•51 min•Ep. 389
The New England Revolution dropped points at home again, this time in a scoreless draw against expansion side Nashville SC (led by Gary Smith who won a 2010 MLS Cup with Colorado!). Greg Johnstone and Sean Donahue welcome Chris Creighton of BelieveInBostonSports.com to discuss the offensive struggles, Tajon Buchanan, and answer some listener questions! Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue, @CreightonC11), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. T...
Oct 05, 2020•52 min•Ep. 388
The New England Revolution offense showed some life with a midweek 3-1 victory over the Montreal Impact and a Sunday 2-0 road win over D.C. United. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the offensive resurgence and answer your questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Timestamps: 1:52 - Lee Nguyen's impact 6:42 - Penilla as a supersub 10:50 - Bou and Buksa scoring 15:22 - Are the Revs good or luck...
Sep 28, 2020•37 min•Ep. 387
The New England Revolution settled for a point in a scoreless home draw against New York City FC. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the offensive struggles, positive showings from Buchanan and Nguyen, the lack of production from the Revolution's Designated Players and answer your questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Timestamps: 2:02 - Tajon Buchanan's confident showing 10:03 - Lee Nguyen'...
Sep 21, 2020•55 min•Ep. 386
The New England Revolution grinded out a 2-1 road win over the Chicago Fire behind two goals from Teal Bunbury. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the important three points that came from a less than impressive performance, if McNamara is the temporary answer as a number 10, if the defense is actually as good as its record suggests and answer your questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Time...
Sep 08, 2020•59 min•Ep. 385
Despite facing a weakened New York Red Bulls lineup, the New England Revolution once again settled for a draw, leaving the weekend with two points on the table. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss Adam Buksa's continued struggles, the team's substitutions and tactics, and a shaky performance by the defense. Plus, we discuss Matt Turner's contract details and what it means regarding his future with the Revolution.
Aug 30, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 384
The New England Revolution returned to MLS regular season action with a 0-0 draw against the Philadelphia Union at Gillette Stadium Thursday evening, wasting some good chances to take 3 points. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone recap the missed chances, discuss whether Adam Buksa is a disappointment, comment on Matt Polster's debut, review the recent trades involving Kekuta Manneh and Tommy McNamara, and, as always, answer listener questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue),...
Aug 21, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 383
It's been a rough few weeks for the New England Revolution who were bounced from the MLS Is Back tournament by the Philadelphia Union and lost their captain, Carles Gil, due to an Achilles injury. Seth Macomber (@SethMan31) and Jake Catanese (@JCatanese43) of the Bent Musket (@TheBentMusket) join the podcast to discuss offensive struggles, how the Revs can replace Gil, and if the MLS Is Back tournament was a disappointment. Also, we discuss Seth's article on Brad Friedel's locker room (link belo...
Aug 09, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 382
The New England Revolution ended group play with a 0-0 draw against Toronto FC Tuesday morning, good enough for a spot in the knockout stages of the MLS Is Back tournament. We recap the bore draw while discussing Kessler or Turner for Man of the Match, what lineups we want to see going forward, and our biggest surprises/disappointments so far. Also: A VAR rant, Carles Gil injury speculation, and as always listener questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolu...
Jul 22, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 381
The New England Revolution wasted a lead against a tired opponent and had to settle for a 1-1 draw against D.C. United in their second match of the MLS is Back Tournament. Seth Macomber of the Bent Musket joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss the match and answer your questions. Topics and Timestamps: D.C.'s pressing caused Revs problems (1:25); defensive question marks (5:15);no need to panic about draw (14:50); Carles Gil's injury (19:34); lineup and substitutions (27:06); Bou, Buks...
Jul 18, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 380
The New England Revolution start the MLS Is Back Tournament on the right foot with a 1-0 victory over the Montreal Impact. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone talk about Carles Gil's big day, a number of pleasant surprises, and Matt Turner's heroics. Also, listener questions, thoughts on the Matt Polster and Collin Verfurth signings, and Greg tries not to get too mad at whoever was in charge of the twitter broadcast. Topics and Timestamps: Carles Gil (1:15); Arena's subs/decisions to start Caldwell/...
Jul 11, 2020•57 min•Ep. 379
The New England Revolution made waves as they are (reportedly) set to Matt Polster to the team and extending Andrew Farrell. Seth Macomber of the Bent Musket joins Greg Johnstone to talk about how Polster fits into the team, why extending Farrell is a no-brainer, and the upcoming #MapleSyrupDarby to kick off the MLS Is Back Tournament. Also, listener questions!
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 378
New England Revolution defender/midfielder DeJuan Jones joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming MLS Is Back tournament and his outstanding rookie season.
Jun 22, 2020•24 min•Ep. 377
The MLS Is Back Tournament Groups are set and the New England Revolution are less than a month away from playing soccer again. To celebrate, Jake Catanese of the Bent Musket and Julian Cardillo of Pro Soccer USA join the podcast to discuss their thoughts on the MLS Is Back Tournament, the Revolution's chances in the group stage, and Luis Caicedo's season-ending injury. Also, the return of listener questions!
Jun 14, 2020•52 min•Ep. 376
New England Revolution Legend Jay Heaps joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss....well, everything. From the trade that brought him to New England to the 2014 run to the MLS Cup, Jay talks about his playing and coaching tenure with the Revolution, as well as his current role as the President and GM of Birmingham Legion.
May 25, 2020•44 min•Ep. 375
New England Revolution original Teddy Chronopoulos joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss his career and the early years of the Revolution as well as his current role as Academy Director and coach at Pateadores Soccer Club.
May 19, 2020•56 min•Ep. 374
Former New England Revolution defender Brian Dunseth joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss the proposed plans for getting MLS back to action and his Revolution career. Hear about Mike Burns pulling pranks as a player, Alexi Lalas putting rookies in their place and who from that era is overlooked when putting together an all-time Revs XI.
May 15, 2020•49 min•Ep. 373
New England Revolution legend Shalrie Joseph joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss what he's up to currently and his history with the Revs. Plus Sean and Greg answer listener questions.
May 11, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 372
New England Revolution rookie defender Henry Kessler joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss his exciting start to 2020 and the pause that's followed due to coronavirus. Plus Sean and Greg give their thoughts on the Petrus Boumal rumor.
May 01, 2020•29 min•Ep. 371
With week 4 of no MLS in the books, Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone check in to discuss when and how the 2020 season might resume, Marshall Leonard's heroism, The Athletic's crazy story about Michael Augustine, the 15th anniversary of the original episode of Revolution Recap and more.
Apr 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 370
With MLS action suspended, Brian O'Connell makes his long awaited return and joins Jake Catanese (of the Bent Musket), Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss their all-time best 23 man roster of New England Revolution players.
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 369
The New England Revolution picked up their first point of the season with a 1-1 home draw against the Chicago Fire, but will rue their missed chances that could have got them a win. Jake Catanese of The Bent Musket joins Sean Donahue to discuss the match and answer your questions.
Mar 09, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 368
