Scouting: New England Revolution @ Chicago Fire

Posted November 04, 2008 10:00 pm

Orrin Schwarz

New England Revolution at Chicago Fire

When: 8 p.m. Thursday at Toyota Park

TV: ESPN2, ESPN Deportes

Scouting the Fire: This is when it pays to have homefield advantage. After playing to a draw last week on the road, the Fire just has to win at Toyota Park against a weakened New England team. If the Fire can't break the Revs' curse on it now, when will it?

Scouting the Revolution: The Revs get Gabriel Badilla back from suspension, but will they want to plug him into their defense after earning a shutout last week? Without the injured Taylor Twellman and Steve Ralston, don't be surprised if the Revs play for the tie and hope to win in penalty kicks. The visiting team in this matchup has never won in 12 playoff games.

Next: The winner advances in the MLS playoffs.

Article Comments

Article Categories
Fire MLS Other Sports Pro Sports Soccer Sports Sports Leagues Sports Types

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.