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Game recap: Revolution defeat Atlanta United, 2-1 Share this story Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports FOXBOROUGH—The New England Revolution earned their first-ever win against Atlanta United on Saturday night, defeating the Five Stripes, 2-1. After a United penalty neutralized Brandon Bye’s headed goal in the first half, Carles Gil delivered the suffering blow with a penalty kick in the 53rd minute. Arena’s side entered Saturday’s match energized and confident, blitzing Atlanta from the get-go. In the first half, the Revolution tallied a handful of chances, including a header by Kessle...

Major League Soccer’s eight representatives in this years now possibly postponed US Open Cup were set to be decided after the first three games of the year. Even if this match has no bearing on that competition, it’s still a tremendously important game for the Revs.

Changed my mind: Sergio Santos edition Share this story Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Fellow Philly soccer fans, welcome to a new series of articles that I will put out after every game where somebody or something in each game changes my mind or gives me a different perspective. Leg 1 of the CCL quarterfinals is in the bag. The Philadelphia Union fought hard and beat a very dangerous Atlanta United team 3-0. If there’s anything this game showcased, it’s that (much like Inter Miami did in the Union’s building) capitalizing on mistakes is enough to win game...

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Brendan Hines-Ike scored the goal that made the difference in the encounter when he turned the ball into his own net past helpless goalkeeper Chris Seitz in the 48th minute. Cameroon midfielder Kaptoum delivered a solid defensive performance to ensure his side kept a clean sheet before he was replaced by Thomas McNamara. He will hope to continue his fine showings when the Revs take on Atlanta United in their next league game on May 2. Elsewhere, Nigerian forward Chinonso Offor was on parade for Chicago Fire in their 3-1 defeat to Atlanta United. The attacker was handed his second league star...