New England Revolution Dominates Home Opener with 6-1 Victory: A Promising Start Under Coach Marko Mitrović
The New England Revolution had an impressive home opener, scoring six goals in a 6-1 victory over FC Cincinnati at Gillette Stadium. The win marked the first victory for new head coach Marko Mitrović, who took over the team at the start of the 2026 season. Mitrović was pleased with the team's performance and the way they played throughout the game.
Luca Langoni played a key role in the victory, providing three assists in the first half. The Revs scored four headed goals, a feat not seen since Red Bull New York in 2016. Colombian defender Brayan Ceballos also scored a first-half brace, his first multi-goal game in his career. Peyton Miller, an 18-year-old homegrown player, sealed the victory with a goal in the 89th minute, marking his return from injury.
Diego Fagúndez made his return to Gillette Stadium as a second-half substitute. Fagúndez, the club's first-ever homegrown player, spent 10 seasons with the Revs and ranks fourth in all-time appearances and third in goals for the team. The Revs will look to carry the momentum from their victory into their upcoming match against St. Louis CITY SC at Energizer Park.
The Revs hope to build on their strong performance in the home opener and continue their winning ways in the upcoming matches. Mitrović emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency and replicating their performance week after week. The team will aim to use this game as a reference point for future success.