MLS 2026 · WED, OCT 14
FC Cincinnati vs New England Revolution match report: FC Cincinnati edged out by New England Revolution
New England Revolution took the points in a five-goal match at FC Cincinnati, coming from behind to lead 2-1 at half-time and holding on after the break.
By 10xSharp · Published
Result
New England Revolution won 3-2 away from home. FC Cincinnati led 1-0 early but trailed 2-1 at half-time. The away win was confirmed despite a second-half response from the hosts.
Goals
Tom Barlow put FC Cincinnati ahead in the 13th minute, assisted by Tyrell Malacia. Dor Turgeman equalised for New England Revolution in the 21st minute, assisted by Peyton Miller. Joshua Wynder made it 2-1 to the visitors in the 43rd minute, assisted by Carles Gil. Turgeman scored again in the 51st minute, assisted by Miller, to extend the lead to 3-1. Kevin Denkey pulled one back for FC Cincinnati in the 67th minute, assisted by Malacia.
Match flow
Neither side held the upper hand in the first half. FC Cincinnati were on top for most of the second half. FC Cincinnati were on top for most of the match.
Key stats
FC Cincinnati had 57% possession and 12 corners to New England Revolution's 5. The home side also produced 9 shots on target compared to 5 for the visitors. New England Revolution's goalkeeper made 7 saves, while FC Cincinnati's made 2.
Discipline
FC Cincinnati received 3 yellow cards and New England Revolution received 1. There were no red cards in the match. The match official was Rubiel Vazquez.
Pre-match
Bookmakers made FC Cincinnati the favourites, at an implied 48%; FC Cincinnati lost the match. 10xSharp's call was for fewer goals than the bookmakers' 3.5 line; the match had 5 goals in 90 minutes, above the line, so the call missed.
What it means
FC Cincinnati sit 18th with 36 points and a goal difference of -8. New England Revolution are 6th with 49 points and a goal difference of 7.
Verdict
FC Cincinnati controlled much of the match on territory and chances but were beaten by New England Revolution's efficiency in front of goal. The away side took their opportunities in the first half and held on despite sustained pressure. The result leaves New England Revolution well placed in the table, while FC Cincinnati remain in the lower reaches.