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Jay Tee Kamara's "McDreamy" Debut Helps Hearts Secure 2-1 Win

Walter Varela and newly arrived JayTee Kamara score goals in a 2-1 WIN at “Fitzy".

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Revolution Draw San Jose After Late Goal Ruled Offside

“I have no idea how they don't [go to] VAR."

5 hrs ago •

Rhode Island FC Defeats Rowdies on the Rhode

Rhode Island FC blasts three thirty-yard shots past Tampa Bay Rowdies to cruise home to their second-straight shutout

8 hrs ago •

Stephen Gadbois

10-Man Hartford Athletic Fight Back to Claim Point Against Louisville City

Kyle Edwards 88th minute header earned the Latics a result against a tough Eastern Conference opponent

9 hrs ago •

Bruce Arena Speaks After The Earthquakes’ Scoreless Draw Against The Revs

18 hrs ago •

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The Blazing Musket

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Your Home For New England Soccer news covering the New England Revolution, Hartford Athletic, Portland Hearts of Pine, Rhode Island FC, Vermont Green FC, and more!

New England Revolution

Revolution Draw San Jose After Late Goal Ruled Offside

“I have no idea how they don't [go to] VAR."

5 hrs ago •

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Bruce Arena Speaks After The Earthquakes’ Scoreless Draw Against The Revs

18 hrs ago •

New England Revolution vs San Jose Earthquakes: 3 Family Reunion Thoughts

New England and San Jose shared a point

19 hrs ago •

Match Discussion Thread: New England Revolution vs San Jose Earthquakes

Let's talk soccer

21 hrs ago •

USL Championship

Rhode Island FC Defeats Rowdies on the Rhode

Rhode Island FC blasts three thirty-yard shots past Tampa Bay Rowdies to cruise home to their second-straight shutout

8 hrs ago •

Stephen Gadbois

10-Man Hartford Athletic Fight Back to Claim Point Against Louisville City

Kyle Edwards 88th minute header earned the Latics a result against a tough Eastern Conference opponent

9 hrs ago •

Hartford Athletic Try to Build Some Home Momentum as They Host Louisville City

One of the best defenses in the league comes to Trinity Health Stadium, posing yet more problems for the Latics' currently-punchless attack

May 17 •

Paid Subscriber Mailbag: 05/16/25

A member of The Blazing Musket answers questions from our paid subscribers!

May 17 •

Boston Legacy FC

Minton: Why Domènec Guasch's Cannoli Selection Shows That Boston Legacy FC is in Good Hands

Dome knows Noli's

Apr 30 •

Boston Legacy FC Provide Update on Transportation Plans

There will be no onsite parking

Apr 24 •

Jackie Contreras

Judge Rules In Favor of White Stadium Renovation

A Superior Court judge ruled in favor of the White Stadium renovation Wednesday, a win for the City of Boston and Boston Unity Soccer Partners.

Apr 2 •

Jackie Contreras

Usseglio: The Beginning of a New Legacy

Fans Spoke and Ownership Listened

Apr 1 •

Revolution II

Revolution II vs Toronto FC II: Three Thoughts

Three thoughts following Sunday's meeting with Toronto.

May 10 •

Revolution II Secure Two Points in Toronto

Despite having a sizeable lead, Revolution II only walks away with two points.

May 5 •

Revolution II Preview: 5/4 at Toronto FC II

Can Revs II secure their first road win since 2023?

May 2 •

Allan Oyirwoth Happy to Notch First Goal

Hear what Oyirwoth had to say after scoring his first goal during Revolution II's 2-1 win over NYCFC II.

Apr 27 •

Portland Hearts of Pine

Jay Tee Kamara's "McDreamy" Debut Helps Hearts Secure 2-1 Win

Walter Varela and newly arrived JayTee Kamara score goals in a 2-1 WIN at “Fitzy".

1 hr ago •

Four Thoughts About Portland Hearts of Pine

History awaits, plus three more thoughts.

May 16 •

Hearts Of Pine Draw Union Omaha 2-2

Hearts get a point on the night that Union Omaha get their rings from 2024 USL League One Championship

May 11 •

Bobby Murphy Praises Portland After Home Opener

"I want this in bold. I just want to send my thanks and gratitude to everybody who turned up."

May 10 •

USL League 2

Vermont Green FC News: Legend Returns to Burlington, Chris Taylor Names Staff, & More Updates

And the season opener is just over a week away

May 13 •

Vermont Green FC Releases 2025 Jersey, Gains New Title Partner

“Yerba Madre has become a part of the fabric of our club, from players preparing for matches to fans enjoying a cold can in the stands."

May 8 •

Vermont Green FC Adds Brandon Marshall and Joseph Picotto to 2025 Roster

Surprisingly Marshall is not a goalkeeper.

Apr 30 •

Vermont Green FC Rounds Out Roster as Regular Season Inches Closer

Vermont Green FC has continued to round out its roster ahead of the 2025 USL League Two season.

Apr 27 •

USWNT

USWNT Defeats Brazil in First Ever Pro Women's Sport Event at SoFi

The last time the two sides met, the U.S. took gold after winning 1-0 in the 2024 Olympic final.

Apr 6 •

Jackie Contreras

Emma Hayes Names April Camp Roster

See which 24 players will join the U.S. Women's National Team camp for a pair of friendlies against Brazil.

Mar 26 •

U.S. Fall Short in SheBelieves Cup Finale

After five straight SheBelievs Cup titles, the U.S. streak comes to an end.

Feb 27 •

United States One Step Closer to SheBelieves Cup Title Following Win Over Australia

Sunday's victory over the Matildas sets up championship match against Japan on Wednesday.

Feb 24 •

USMNT

United States Departs Nations League Tournament Empty Handed

A second-straight loss sees the U.S. finish in fourth place.

Mar 24 •

United States Suffers Devastating Loss to Panama

A late error costs the U.S. big time in the Concacaf Nations League Semifinal

Mar 21 •

USMNT News: Concacaf Nations League Finals Roster Announced, Stars and Stripes Coming to Connecticut

The United States Men’s National Team has announced its roster for Concacaf Nations League Finals and fans of the stars and stripes in New England got…

Mar 11 •

United States Ends January Camp With Win Over Costa Rica

The USMNT keep their 2025 undefeated streak alive following a meeting with Costa Rica.

Jan 23 •

Podcasts

United In Green: Vermont Green Revenge Tour

Mike, Tyson, and Sam welcome NBC 5s Jack Main on to the podcast to chat about the upcoming season, favorite players going into the season, and more.

May 17 •

The Blazing Musket

Raising Anchor: The Getting Rowdy With Ryan Pod

Sports broadcaster Ryan Davis, the on air talent for the Tampa Bay Rowdies, returns to the podcast to recap the result in Birmingham and preview the…

May 17 •

Christian Miles Previews Revolution v. San Jose Earthquakes

Christian Miles joins the show to discuss the wild 3-3 draw against Orlando City, Bruce Arena's return, and his keys to Saturday's match against the San…

May 17 •

TBM Podcast: New England Soccer Roundtable May 2025

The boys are all back for this month's New England soccer roundtable...

May 14 •

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