In the clash at Gillette Stadium, the New England Revolution faced off against DC United in a Week 7 MLS showdown, emerging victorious with a score of 1-0. Alhassan Yusuf turned out to be the match-winner, netting the only goal in the 33rd minute of the first half.
Yusuf took advantage of a well-placed cross from Dor Turgeman, firing a shot that beat the efforts of goalkeeper Sean Johnson.
Defender Peyton Miller of the Revolution and DC United midfielder Matti Peltola both came close to scoring, with their attempts hitting the woodwork.
Alhassan Yusuf’s performance earned him the title of Man of the Match, contributing significantly with his goal.
Goalkeeper Matt Turner also stood out for New England, making three crucial saves to keep the clean sheet intact.
Marko Mitrovic, head coach of the Revolution, deployed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Matt Turner in goal; Ilay Feingold, Brayan Ceballos, Mamadou Fofana, and Will Sands in defense; Brooklyn Raines, Jackson Yueill, Luca Langoni, Carles Gil, and Alhassan Yusuf in midfield; with Dor Turgeman leading the attack.
On the other hand, DC United, managed by René Weiler, set up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Sean Johnson guarding the net; Silvan Hefti, Lucas Bartlett, Kye Rowles, and Keisuke Kurokawa in defense; Aaron Herrera, Matti Peltola, Brandon Servania, and João Peglow in midfield; and Gabriel Pirani alongside Jackson Hopkins up front.
The match referee was Jon Freemon.
Looking ahead, New England Revolution will take on Columbus Crew at home in their next match, while DC United will travel to face Philadelphia Union.
Substitutions for New England Revolution
59’ – Jackson Yueill off for Peyton Miller; Gabriel Pirani off for Louis Munteanu.
72’ – Luca Langoni off for Griffin Yow.
90’ – Peyton Miller off for Eric Klein.
Substitutions for DC United
73’ – Brandon Servania off for Gavin Turner.
86’ – Lucas Bartlett off for Jacob Murrell; Jackson Hopkins off for Caden Clark.