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TBM Podcast: The Ups and Downs of Supporting Hartford Athletic

The President of The Bonanza, a Hartford supporters group, talked to us all about life as a Hartford fan...

3 hrs ago •

Carles Gil Discusses Growth As A Leader After Earning Fourth All Star Nod

"In the difficult moments, that’s when you need to push, to encourage the team.”

5 hrs ago •

The Ups and Downs of Supporting Hartford Athletic

The President of The Bonanza, a Hartford supporters group, talked to us all about life as a Hartford fan...

13 hrs ago •

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Hartford Athletic Look to Sustain Momentum, Host Struggling Tampa Bay Rowdies

Brendan Burke & Co. look to make it three wins in a row in the USL Championship

19 hrs ago •

Paid Subscriber Mailbag: 07/15/25

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

20 hrs ago •

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Jan 6 •

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

Carles Gil Discusses Growth As A Leader After Earning Fourth All Star Nod

"In the difficult moments, that’s when you need to push, to encourage the team.”

5 hrs ago •

Revolution Notebook: Injuries, Rotation, the Gils, and Ivacic

News and notes from Tuesday's training session.

Jul 15 •

Carles Gil Optimsitic That 2025 "Can Be A Good Season” For The Revolution

“We are not in the position we want, but the feeling is different. We are competing in every game, and we feel we are there."

Jul 15 •

Carles Gil Added to 2025 MLS All-Star Roster

The star midfielder is headed back to Austin to represent the Revolution!

Jul 15 •

USL Championship

1:01:19

The Ups and Downs of Supporting Hartford Athletic

The President of The Bonanza, a Hartford supporters group, talked to us all about life as a Hartford fan...

13 hrs ago •

Hartford Athletic Look to Sustain Momentum, Host Struggling Tampa Bay Rowdies

Brendan Burke & Co. look to make it three wins in a row in the USL Championship

19 hrs ago •

Hartford Athletic Down Detroit City On The Road

The Latics kicked off July on the right foot by grabbing all three points at Keyworth Stadium

Jul 13 •

Rhode Island FC Continues Dreadful Form

At least the New York Cosmos are coming back I guess

Jul 13 •

Stephen Gadbois

Boston Legacy FC

Boston Legacy FC Building Training Facility in Brockton

Shipping up to Brockton

Jul 15 •

Jackie Contreras

WNBA Star Aliyah Boston Invests in Boston Legacy FC

Boston supporting Boston

Jul 14 •

Jackie Contreras

Boston Legacy FC Sign Aïssata Traoré

The three-year contract will make her the first Malian to play in the National Women’s Soccer League.

Jul 10 •

Jackie Contreras

Boston Legacy FC Signs Inaugural Player to Roster

“Annie is a midfielder that brings a unique blend of technical quality and tactical awareness."

Jul 2 •

Revolution II

Revolution II Extend Unbeaten Run to Three

Revs II held off Chicago to secure their second straight victory!

Jul 14 •

Revolution II Preview: 7/13 at Chicago Fire II

Revs II will look to extinguish the Fire when they wrap up a three-game stint on the road.

Jul 12 •

Revolution II Get Back In The Win Column

Revs II surpass 2024 win total following their victory in Columbus!

Jul 7 •

Revolution II Preview: 7/5 at Columbus Crew 2

Revs II begin a two-game road trip following a longer than expected break.

Jul 4 •

Portland Hearts of Pine

Portland Hearts of Pine Announce Roster Moves

See who's sticking around and who's leaving.

Jul 15 •

Portland Hearts of Pine Suffer First Loss At Fitzy Despite Outshooting AV Alta

“We either score four or none. With the amount of chances we generate, it shouldn’t be a shutout.”

Jul 3 •

Hearts of Pine Add MLS Veteran Coulibaly

The 29 year-old defender more than 50 appearances with LA Galaxy

Jul 1 •

Portland Hearts of Pine Continue To Grow Under Bobby Murphy

Murphy on 1-1 draw against Alta: “I thought that was the best we played all year.”

Jun 27 •

USL League 2

Owen O'Malley Secures Vermont Green FC's First Northeast Division Title

"Whatever happened happened and I'm back here, but all I gotta say is, it's for the fans and for the people of the community."

Jul 15 •

USL 2 Northeast Division 2025 End of Season Roundup

The Green take first after undefeated regular season, WMP secures home playoff game, Boston City finishes last for second time in three years

Jul 15 •

In Their Own Words: Vermont Green FC Wins 2025 USL League Two Northeast Division Title

Hear from coaches, players, ownership, and more on what winning a division title means to them

Jul 12 •

Vermont Green FC Secures 3-1 Win Over Black Rock FC

The Green are scoring goals

Jul 7 •

USWNT

USWNT Announces Roster for Friendlies Against China and Jamaica

Emma Hayes has revealed her 24-player U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) roster for the upcoming friendlies against China and Jamaica.

May 21 •

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 •

USMNT

Paid Subscriber Mailbag: 07/15/25

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

20 hrs ago •

USMNT 2025 Gold Cup: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly for Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino might have overachieved at the Gold Cup with a reserve roster, but there aren't many signs he can do that a year from now at the…

Jul 11 •

2025 Gold Cup Final Recap: Mexico Claims 10th Title Over USMNT

A second half set piece goal was enough for Mexico to complete the come from behind effort as they retain their regional title.

Jul 7 •

2025 Gold Cup Recaps: USA, Mexico Advance, Meet in Eighth Final Together

The regional rivals have made a combined 23 finals previous to this and have won 16 of the previous 17 tournaments in the modern era.

Jul 3 •

Podcasts

TBM Podcast: The Ups and Downs of Supporting Hartford Athletic

The President of The Bonanza, a Hartford supporters group, talked to us all about life as a Hartford fan...

3 hrs ago •

1:01:19

The Ups and Downs of Supporting Hartford Athletic

The President of The Bonanza, a Hartford supporters group, talked to us all about life as a Hartford fan...

13 hrs ago •

Revolution Recap: Scoreless in ATX

The New England Revolution saw their winless run extend to 6 games, but did manage a scoreless road draw in Austin.

Jul 14 •

TBM Podcast: The Economics of College Sports, Gambling...and Refereeing?

Sports economist and soccer referee, Victor Matheson jolts the show back to life after a two week break...

Jul 9 •

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