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Caleb Porter Impressed With Tim Parker's Debut
"He is just a really steady guy. He is a good defender. He is good in the air. He is very smart, and he is pretty simple; he doesn't make a ton of…
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Sam Minton
Revolution II Preview: 9/15 @ Orlando City B
Revs II hit the road in search of their first win since June 14th and their first win on the road in 2024.
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Josh Nye
Even Without Caleb Porter, Saturday Won't be Different for New England Revolution
"Not a lot changes, I just can't be in the locker room during the game."
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Sam Minton
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Victor Souza Happy to Return
Hear what Souza had to say after making his first appearance since June 1st.
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Josh Nye
Revolution Recap: Ford vs Porter
We talk all about Caleb Porter's outrageous press conference, the Revs 2-2 draw at home vs St. Louis City and where things stand in the playoff hunt…
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Greg Johnstone

New England Revolution

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Caleb Porter Impressed With Tim Parker's Debut
"He is just a really steady guy. He is a good defender. He is good in the air. He is very smart, and he is pretty simple; he doesn't make a ton of…
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Sam Minton
Even Without Caleb Porter, Saturday Won't be Different for New England Revolution
"Not a lot changes, I just can't be in the locker room during the game."
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Sam Minton
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Revolution Recap: Ford vs Porter
We talk all about Caleb Porter's outrageous press conference, the Revs 2-2 draw at home vs St. Louis City and where things stand in the playoff hunt…
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Greg Johnstone
Revolution International Roundup
See how the six members representing the New England Revolution organization have performed on the international stage!
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Josh Nye

USL Championship

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Rhode Island FC Suffers Worst Loss in Three Months
The Riverhounds ran wild over RIFC
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Stephen Gadbois
Hartford Athletic Host Indy Eleven, Aim to Stay In Playoff Hunt
The Latics look to gain revenge for a 4-1 defeat earlier this season as they try to keep their playoff hopes alive
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Oliver Scholes
Introducing The Rooted In New England Jersey: The Blazing Musket's First Ever Soccer Jersey
Support The Blazing Musket and get a sick jersey
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Sam Minton
New England Weekly Review: Transfer Shake-Up Edition
Assessing the market from the New England perspective.
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Fernando Toranzo Albero
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USL League 2

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Alex Ryan: The Coach Behind New England's First USL National Title
"I’m the first to say that I've learned a lot, failed a lot, and once again, you learn from it and try to sort of mold your own coaching style."
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Fernando Toranzo Albero
Introducing The Rooted In New England Jersey: The Blazing Musket's First Ever Soccer Jersey
Support The Blazing Musket and get a sick jersey
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Sam Minton
New England Weekly Review: August 27, 2024
We're so back!
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Fernando Toranzo Albero
New England Weekly Review: August 9, 2024
National champions, Bobby Wood's redemption, and a Coach of the Month award.
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Fernando Toranzo Albero

Revolution II

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Revolution II Preview: 9/15 @ Orlando City B
Revs II hit the road in search of their first win since June 14th and their first win on the road in 2024.
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Josh Nye
Victor Souza Happy to Return
Hear what Souza had to say after making his first appearance since June 1st.
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Josh Nye
Richie Williams Reflects After Another Positive Result
Hear what head coach Richie Williams had to say following a second-consecutive draw and shootout victory.
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Josh Nye
Revolution II vs Toronto FC II: Three Thoughts
Three thoughts following Revolution II's latest outing versus Toronto
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Josh Nye

NWSL Boston

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White Stadium Demolition Approved Despite Doubts
While a lot of people are excited for the NWSL to return to Boston, community members did express some concerns about the impact of games being hosted…
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Jackie Contreras
NWSL Boston Presents Updated Stadium Design
NWSL Boston presented an updated rendering for White Stadium in the latest design meeting hosted by the City of Boston and Boston Unity Soccer Partners…
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Jackie Contreras
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NWSL Boston Submits Project Notification Form, New Stadium Renderings to City Planning
We read the 382 page project notification form so you didn't have to!
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Sam Minton
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How NWSL Plans To Change The Boston Sports Landscape While Uplifting The Community
While ownership looks to generate on-field success in 2026, giving back and growing the community is top priority.
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Josh Nye

USWNT

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USWNT News: Alex Morgan Announces Retirement, Croix Bethune Out for Season
The USWNT suffered some major losses
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Sam Minton
2024 Olympic Recap: USA 2 - Australia 1
Hayes and USA secure group stage sweep as they turn their attention to the knockout state.
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Josh Nye
2024 Summer Olympics Women's Soccer Day 1 Recap
The USWNT started off their Olympic campaign with a win, Canada apparently really likes drones, and a quick look at the rest of the women's group play.
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Jake Catanese
2024 Summer Olympics Recap: USWNT 3 - Zambia 0
Emma Hayes secures her first competitive win at the helm of the United States Women's National Team.
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Josh Nye
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USMNT

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USMNT Bullied by Canada in 2-1 Defeat
Jesse Marsch got one over on the U.S.
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Shawn Fecteau
Cade Cowell Replaces Gio Reyna on USMNT Roster
Reyna departs training camp with an injury while Cowell joins the US ahead of a pair of friendlies.
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Josh Nye
Rumor: USMNT Hires Mauricio Pochettino
The United States has replaced Gregg Berhalter
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Sam Minton
Rumor: Patrick Vieira "Under Consideration" For USMNT Job
Vieira becomes the third big name linked to the open USMNT coaching role.
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Josh Nye

Podcasts

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Revolution Recap: Ford vs Porter
We talk all about Caleb Porter's outrageous press conference, the Revs 2-2 draw at home vs St. Louis City and where things stand in the playoff hunt…
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Greg Johnstone
Raising Anchor: The Marc Ybarra Pod
Rhode Island FC midfielder Marc Ybarra joins the podcast to talk about his career.
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Matt Entrekin
Revolution Recap: Real Disappointing In Salt Lake
The Revolution dropped critical points Saturday night with a 2-0 loss at Real Salt Lake. Sam Minton of The Blazing Musket joins Greg Johnstone to…
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Greg Johnstone
Raising Anchor: The Time Machine Pod
We’ll unpack the 5th Nil-Nil draw of the season and find out if this club is advancing towards its destiny or reverting to the past.
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Matt Entrekin
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