NYCFC and Revolution play to 1-1 draw in MLS match

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

NYCFC and Revolution play to 1-1 draw in MLS match
Summary

New York City FC secured a 1-1 draw against the New England Revolution on August 23 at Foxborough. James Sands scored for NYCFC in first-half stoppage time after a goal clearance and an assist from Talles Magno. Matt Freese made a crucial penalty save against Carles Gil, maintaining the score at 0-0 before Sands' goal. The draw leaves NYCFC with a record of 7-8-6, while New England stands at 10-7-4. Both teams will next play away matches; NYCFC faces Toronto FC, and New England takes on Columbus Crew on August 26.

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  • James Sands scored in first-half stoppage time
  • Matt Freese saved a penalty from Carles Gil
  • NYCFC earns a point, remains winless in four matches
  • New England Revolution sits in playoff contention
  • Next matches: NYCFC at Toronto FC, New England at Columbus Crew
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  • 10:46 PMYahoo SportsJames Sands, Matt Freese spark NYCFC to 1-1 draw with Revolution
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Defender James Sands made a spectacular goal clearance before scoring in first-half stoppage time to help New York City FC earn a 1-1 draw with the New England Revolution on Sunday. NYCFC goalkeeper Matt Freese had two saves on a penalty kick by Carles Gil in the 27th minute to keep it scoreless. It was Freese's first penalty save of the season in his fifth try and the first one Gil missed in five attempts this season.

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