Key points
Four Important Facts for the DC United vs. New England Revolution Game:
1. Recent Form: DC United won their first game of the 2024 season, while New England Revolution also started with a victory.
2. Key Players: DC United features Arriola, Kamara, and Fountas, while New England Revolution highlights Bou, Gil, and Torres.
3. Expert Opinions: New England Revolution are favored by experts with a higher ranking in the 2024 preseason predictions.
4. Head-to-Head History: New England Revolution have a slight edge with 37 wins compared to DC United's 35 in their historical matchups.
Recent form
DC United have been inconsistent in their recent Major League Soccer matches, with 1 win, 3 draws, and 2 losses in their last 6 games. They scored a total of 8 goals but conceded 11, resulting in a goal difference of -3. This gives them an average of 1.3 goals scored per game and an average of 1.8 goals conceded per game. With 6 points earned out of a possible 18, DC United will be looking to tighten up their defense in order to secure more victories in the upcoming matches.
W1 D3 L2
Goals scored: 8 (1.33 per game)
Goals conceded: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goal difference: -3
Points won: 6/18 (1 per game)
Both teams scored: 3 (50%)
In their recent matches, New England Revolution have struggled, winning only one out of their last five games in Major League Soccer. They scored a total of 7 goals but conceded 11, resulting in a goal difference of -4. With an average of 1.4 goals scored per game and 2.2 goals conceded per game, the team has been facing defensive challenges. They have earned 3 points out of a possible 15, highlighting the need for improvement in both the attack and defense to turn their form around.
W1 D0 L4
Goals scored: 7 (1.4 per game)
Goals conceded: 11 (2.2 per game)
Goal difference: -4
Points won: 3/15 (0.6 per game)
Both teams scored: 4 (80%)
Recent home/away form
DC United have been showcasing mixed performances in their recent home games in the Major League Soccer, recording 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. The team displayed a strong attacking prowess by scoring a total of 11 goals, averaging at around 1.83 goals per game, while conceding 9 goals. Notably, they achieved a convincing 4-0 victory against Chicago Fire but also faced a tough 3-5 defeat against New York Red Bulls. Despite the fluctuating results, DC United managed to secure 8 out of a possible 18 points, showcasing a competitive run of form at home.
W2 D2 L2
Goals scored: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goals conceded: 9 (1.5 per game)
Goal difference: 2
Points won: 8/18 (1.33 per game)
Both teams scored: 3 (50%)
In their recent away games, the New England Revolution struggled to find consistent success, claiming only 2 draws and suffering 4 losses. They scored a total of 9 goals but conceded 14, resulting in a goal difference of -5. This run saw them average 1.5 goals scored per game and 2.3 goals conceded per game. With a points-per-game rate of 0.33, they gathered just 2 points out of a possible 18. The team will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities to improve their performance on the road.
W0 D2 L4
Goals scored: 9 (1.5 per game)
Goals conceded: 14 (2.33 per game)
Goal difference: -5
Points won: 2/18 (0.33 per game)
Both teams scored: 6 (100%)
Head-to-head
In the head-to-head matchups between D.C. United and the New England Revolution, the series has been closely contested. As of the information available from the sources, the total all-time wins show the New England Revolution holding a slight advantage with 37 wins to D.C. United's 35. This rivalry began in 1996 when both clubs were among the 10 founding members of Major League Soccer (MLS) and has intensified over the years, particularly in the mid-2000s.
D.C. United has historically claimed more titles and trophies, with a notable example being their win in the 2004 season, whereas the New England Revolution has held an all-time win advantage as cited in the sources.