NY Red Bulls host New England Revolution at the Sports Illustrated Stadium for the 2026 Home Opener on Saturday, February 28.
Last weekend, the Red Bulls kicked off the 2026 MLS season with a strong 2-1 win over Orlando City. Julian Hall gave NYRB an early lead in the eighth minute, and the 17-year-old forward scored another in the 40th minute, making it 2-0 before halftime. Michael Bradley’s men controlled the remainder of the game. However, the Lions pulled one back in the stoppage time when Thiago scored in the 96th minute, as the match finished 2-1.
On the other hand, New England began the 2026 MLS season with a disappointing 4-1 loss vs. Nashville. Sam Surridge gave the Coyotes an early 1-0 lead in the fifth minute, and the 27-year-old English striker went on to double the advantage in the 16th minute. Ex-Benfica midfielder Hany Mukhtar then made it 3-0 for Nashville in the 39th minute.
Lionel Messi‘s former Inter Miami teammate, Leonardo Campana, attempted to bring the Revs back in the game with a goal in the 47th minute, but it proved only to be a consolation. Nashville’s Warren Madrigal struck two minutes later in the 49th minute to seal a 4–1 victory for his side.
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How & Where to Watch NY Red Bulls vs. New England
The Red Bulls host the Revs at the Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday, February 28. The game is scheduled to kick off at 2:30 p.m. EST (7:30 p.m. GMT). Fans can watch the game live on television and stream it on Apple TV+ with the MLS Season Pass.
Predicted Lineups
Emil Forsberg dribbles while defended by Matt Polster during the first half at Sports Illustrated Stadium(Photo by Jordan Bank/Getty Images)
((Photo by Jordan Bank/Getty Images))
NY Red Bulls:
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Goalkeeper: Ethan Horvath
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Defenders: Justin Che, Dylan Nealis, Matthew Dos Santos
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Midfielders: Ronald Donkor, Emil Forsberg, Adri Mehmeti
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Forwards: Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Julian Hall, Cade Cowell
New England Revolution:
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Defenders: Will Sands, Andrew Farrell, Keegan Hughes, Ethan Kohler
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Midfielders: Carles Gil, Matt Polster, Brooklyn Raines
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Forwards: Leonardo Campana, Dor Turgeman, Griffin Yow
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Feb 28, 2026, where it first appeared in the Soccer section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
