We welcome Brett Johnson, CEO of Benevolent Capital and the founder of Fortuitous Partners, to the podcast to discuss the future Pawtucket USL Championship team. We discussed his vision and why he's bringing professional soccer to Rhode Island. We also discussed a potential affiliation and collaboration with other clubs like Ipswich Town, the potential of pro/rel and an international calendar in USL, and adding a professional women's team in Rhode Island. Please support our podcast by rating and...
Sep 01, 2021•32 min•Ep. 427
The shorthanded New England Revolution suffered a rare loss on Saturday, falling 2-0 to New York City FC at Yankee Stadium. Sean Donahue and Kris Valukis break down this game, discuss Tajon Buchanan's transfer and answer your questions heading into the International window. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social media: Twitter: @RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue, @KrisValukis, @RevsRevolt, @realgjohnstone Insta...
Aug 29, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 426
Buksa, Boateng, Buchanan and Bou led the offense as the New England Revolution crushed a struggling FC Cincinnati 4-1 at Gillette Stadium to extend their unbeaten streak to nine games. Sean Donahue and Kris Valukis break down this game and answer your questions heading into the All-Star break. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social media: Twitter: @RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue, @KrisValukis, @RevsRevolt, @...
Aug 22, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 425
The New England Revolution got retribution with a 2-1 win over the Toronto FC. A goal from Ontario native Tajon Buchanan, added with a Gustavo Bou penalty goal, is all the Revs needed to hold on for 3 points. Sean Donahue and Kris Valukis break down this game, and also discuss in depth the injury sustained by defensive midfielder Matt Polster as well as taking all your questions. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 424
Brad Feldman joins the podcast to discuss his career in broadcasting and how he ended up as the voice of the Revolution. He also gives his thoughts on if Matt Turner is the #1 goalkeeper for the USMNT, if this is the best Revolution team he has covered, and if he has a favorite call. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social media: Twitter: @RevolutionRecap, @realgjohnstone, @SeanLDonahue, @KrisValukis, @RevsRe...
Aug 12, 2021•55 min•Ep. 423
The New England Revolution got back to their winning ways with a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Union. Goals from Matt Polster and Gustavo Bou helped the Revs grab three points and extend the team's unbeaten streak to six games. Sean Donahue, Kris Valukis, and Greg Johnstone discuss the game, as well as Andrew Farrell breaking the team record for most games started and the transfer window closing with no players added to the team. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 422
The New England Revolution and Nashville played to a 0-0 draw. Very little happened, but Sam Minton of The Bent Musket joins Greg Johnstone to discuss what we could about what was technically a soccer game. Also, we catch up on a huge week in Revs news, including Seth Macomber's report that Carles Gil will miss three weeks with a sports hernia, European interest in DeJuan Jones and Tajon Buchanan, and four Revolution players named to the All-Star Game. We also give our reactions to the Gold Cup ...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 421
For the first time since 2006, the New England Revolution defeated the New York Red Bulls for the third time in a season following a 3-2 win at Red Bull Arena. It took two comebacks, two late goals, and a wonder-strike from Gustavo Bou, but the Revolution earned three points for the fourth straight game in what some call the best win of the year. In this episode, Greg Johnstone, Sean Donahue, and Seth Macomber of the Bent Musket discuss the match as well as the upcoming deadline for the transfer...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 420
The New England Revolution faced Inter Miami CF for the first time in their history and are leaving South Beach as the superior side. 5 goals scored (Traustason - 2, Buksa - 2, Bunbury - 1) and a second consecutive clean sheet for Brad Knighton means the Revolution stay atop the Eastern Conference, making a bold statement that the rest of MLS has surely taken note of. This episode, we went LIVE on Twitter spaces to take questions directly from our listeners. To get notified the next time we go l...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 419
The New England Revolution ended their three game winless run and stayed atop the Eastern Conference with a 1-0 road win over struggling Atlanta United. Sean Donahue and Kris Valukis discuss the win, remember Paul Mariner and answer your questions. Thank you to Golaco Kits for sponsoring this episode of Revolution Recap. You can visit https://www.golacokits.com and use promo code REVSRECAP at checkout to receive 15% off your order. Twitter: @GolacoKits Please support our podcast by rating and re...
Jul 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 217
The New England Revolution left Columbus with a point this week after a 2-2 draw against the defending MLS Cup Champion Columbus Crew. Goals from Tajon Buchanan and Gustavo Bou gave the visitors a 2-0 lead, but a late first-half goal from Gyasi Zardes and an unfortunate own goal brought the home team level. This week, Julian Cardillo of the Revs Confidential podcast joins Greg Johnstone to discuss Andrew Farrell, more defensive issues, and if this game was a point gained or two points lost. Than...
Jul 06, 2021•46 min•Ep. 418
The New England Revolution's five-game win streak came to an end in Texas on Sunday Night in a 2-1 loss to FC Dallas. Greg Johnstone and Kris Valukis break down the game and discuss Gustavo Bou's hot streak, defensive woes, and answer your listener questions! Also, we have a special bonus interview with John Hickey and Matteo Trevisani, the founders of Golaco Kits! They tell us about how Golaco Kits came to be, and share some incredible stories of uniting their clients around the world with rare...
Jun 28, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 417
The New England Revolution extend their winning streak to five games as they beat New York Red Bulls 3-2 at Gillette Stadium in a mid-week MLS clash. Goals from Tajon Buchanan, DeJuan Jones and Gustavo Bou were the difference maker this time around, while Carles Gil provided all three assists! Greg Johnstone and Kris Valukis went LIVE on Twitter Spaces to discuss this latest victory and take live questions for the first time in Revolution Recap history - while also taking your written questions ...
Jun 24, 2021•57 min•Ep. 416
The first place New England Revolution showed some rust in their first game after the international break, but goals from Bou, McNamara and Bell and an outstanding performance from Turner allowed the Revs to escape with a 3-2 win against New York City FC at Red Bull Arena. Sean Donahue and Kris Valukis breakdown the win and Turner's phenomenal performance as well as answer your questions. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please ...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 415
The New England Revolution visited brand new TQL Stadium to take down FC Cincinnati 1-0, earning their first road win of the season and increasing their Eastern Conference best point total to 17. This week, Kris Valukis is joined by special guest Sam Minton of The Bent Musket, and the two discuss the Revolutions inability to finish despite an abundance of chances, Buksa hitting the post, and of course some Jon Bell before taking listener questions. Please support our podcast by rating and review...
May 30, 2021•54 min•Ep. 414
The New England Revolution have started the 2021 season 4-0-0 and maintained first place in the Eastern Conference after a 3-1 win over the New York Red Bulls. This week, Greg Johnstone is joined by Matt Zytka, President of The Midnight Riders, and Jake Catanese of The Bent Musket to talk about Gustavo Bou being officially back, Traustason's two-assist effort, what's the deal with Jon Bell and Henry Kessler, and answer your listener questions. Also, we wonder if the murder of Matt Polster was on...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 413
The New England Revolution won their third home game of the season in three attempts, already eclipsing last year's home win total, with a 1-0 victory over the team formerly known as the Crew. Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone discuss the win, take a look at newly released salary data and answer your questions. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social media: Twitter: @RevolutionRecap, @realgjohnstone, @SeanLDona...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 412
The New England Revolution drop all three points on the road with a 2-0 scoreline, dropping their 2021 season record to 2-1-1. This week, Sean Donahue and Kris Valukis talk formations, chemistry, fitting square pegs into round holes and Gustavo Bou. Also, we provide our unofficial power rankings for Revolution defensive midfielders and answer your listener questions. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social me...
May 09, 2021•57 min•Ep. 411
New England Revolution social media lead Willy Whitelaw joined the podcast to discuss his career from Rayo OKC to the Revs and working in social media. We talk about everything from Willy's personal rule of social media to Stanley Tucci. Something for the whole family! You can follow Willy on twitter @Whitelaw827 and on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/whitelaw827/ . You can check out Golaco Kits (mentioned in this episode) at https://golacokits.com/ Please support our podcast by subscribi...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 410
The New England Revolution earned their first ever win against Atlanta United with a 2-1 win at home, extending their record to 2-0-1 through three games. This week, Sean Donahue, Greg Johnstone, and Kris Valukis discuss Carles Gil magic, if the team missed Gustavo Bou, and the debut of Maciel. Also, we re-ignite the DeJuan Jones vs. Christian Mafla debate and answer your listener questions. Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, plea...
May 02, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 409
The New England Revolution emerged victorious in their 2021 Home Opener in a 1-0 win over DC United. Despite offensive struggles from both teams throughout the game, a DC United Own Goal was the difference giving the home side all three points. This week, Kris Valukis and Greg Johnstone discuss the debuting Revolution players, the decision to sit Tajon Buchanan, and answer your listener questions. Also Greg is still mad about the DeJuan Jones red card. Please support our podcast by rating and re...
Apr 25, 2021•57 min•Ep. 408
Former New England Revolution midfielder Jeff Larentowicz joins the podcast today to discuss surviving on a reserve player salary, his involvement with the MLSPA, and his post-Revs playing career. If you have not already, make sure you listen to Part 1 of our interview with Jeff Larentowicz from last week! Please support our podcast by rating and reviewing us on iTunes or wherever you are listening. Also, please follow us on social media: Twitter: @RevolutionRecap, @SeanLDonahue, @KrisValukis In...
Apr 22, 2021•42 min•Ep. 407
The New England Revolution's season got off to a disastrous start, falling behind 2-0 just 11 minutes in away to the Chicago Fire, but the team fought back to salvage a 2-2 draw. Jake Catanese of The Bent Musket joins Sean Donahue and Greg Johnstone to discuss the result, our key takeaways and answer your questions. Time stamps: 1:38 - Outside backs 6:52 - Play Gil in center? 11:09 - Passing issues 16:15 - Central Midfield 20:20 - DeJuan Jones Red Card 29:03 - Who starts at LB next week? 31:32 -...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 406
Former New England Revolution midfielder Jeff Larentowicz joined the podcast to discuss a variety of topics including his recent decision to retire from soccer, working his way up from the reserve team, what it was like playing on some of the greatest Revolution teams of all-time. We also get some off-the-field stories including his account of the worst flight of his life, Roger the Rabbit, and a Matt Reis prank that Steve Nicol did not appreciate. Please support our podcast by rating and review...
Apr 13, 2021•56 min•Ep. 405
With pre-season wrapping up and the MLS season one week away, Seth Macomber, Kris Valukis and Greg Johnstone give their thoughts on the Revs' pre-season and go through listeners bold predictions for the upcoming season. We discuss the role of Jon Bell, Maciel, and Justin Rennicks, give our over/under line on how many goals Adam Buksa will score, and try to figure where Tajon will play this year. Also on this podcast: Henry Kessler's romantic pursuit of an instagram model, a Timi Mulgrew referenc...
Apr 10, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 404
New England Revolution defender Jon Bell joins the podcast to discuss his journey to the Revs, training with the team in preseason, signing a contract with the team, and the #AnnounceJonBell movement on twitter. We also catch up on Revs news, which includes recent signings, the 2021 US Open Cup format, and the newly-released MLS schedule. Please follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @KrisValukis, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap facebook page, and be sure to rate and review wherever y...
Mar 31, 2021•35 min•Ep. 403
New England Revolution defender Brandon Bye joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming 2021 season, his experience being drafted by the Revs, and what it was like playing in the MLS Is Back Bubble. Also we discuss Brandon's involvement with Black Players for Change and the Aspiras Foundation, a non-profit Brandon co-founded. We also introduce a new segment, Extratime, where we ask Brandon rapid-fire questions and learn a little bit about him. Show notes and resources: Aspiras Foundations website:...
Feb 24, 2021•27 min•Ep. 402
It's the most magical time of the year: MLS SuperDraft season! Greg Johnstone and Kris Valukis break down the decision to choose forward Edward Kizza over local centerback Josh Bauer, our expectations of Kizza, and where this leaves Justin Rennicks. Also, we talk Arnor Traustason rumors, Buttner leaving the club, Matt Turner's contract extension, and as always your listener questions. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @KrisValukis, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap Facebook page, a...
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 401
New England Revolution midfielder Matt Polster joins the podcast to discuss his time with Rangers, joining the Revs, and playing with Bastian Schweinsteiger. We also discuss the recent signings of AJ DeLaGarza and Emmanuel Boateng. Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @KrisValukis, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap Facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Timestamps 1:18 - Matt Polster Interview 20:00 - AJ DeLaGarza signing 23:40 - Emmanuel Boateng...
Jan 10, 2021•29 min•Ep. 400
The New England Revolution have kicked off their offseason welcoming three new players and re-signing Tommy McNamara. Sean Donahue, Greg Johnstone, and Kris Valukis give their thoughts on the signings, what is left to do, and Alexander Buttner rumors. Also, we talk about Dom Dwyer rumors and take your listener questions! Follow us on twitter (@RevolutionRecap, @KrisValukis, @SeanLDonahue), like our Revolution Recap Facebook page, and be sure to rate and review. Timestamps: 2:15 - Mafla/Kaptoum S...
Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 399