New England Revolution vs DC United Match Preview
Eastern Conference rivals New England Revolution and D.C. United will square off on Saturday at Gillette Stadium with both teams looking to build on promising season openers. New England earned a 1-1 road draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy, while D.C. beat the Columbus Crew 3-1.
Ousmane Dabo is doubtful for the Revolution with a quadriceps strain, while Kevin Alston, Didier Domi and Marko Perovic are all listed as questionable. Kenny Mansally is away representing Gambia on international duty.
Goalkeeper Coach Pat Onstad is likely to continue in goal for United as Steve Cronin is ruled out with a fractured wrist. Defender Devon McTavish is also ruled out due to concussion, while Jed Zayner is questionable with a hamstring strain.
D.C. striker Charlie Davies could be set to make his first start in competitive soccer for over 12 months. Davies suffered potentially career ending injuries in a car crash, but came off the bench against Columbus to score twice in the 3-1 victory.