Revolution Rout FC Cincinnati 6-1 in Home Opener

New England ties club record for goals in a single MLS regular season game

Mar. 15, 2026 at 10:53pm

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The New England Revolution dismantled FC Cincinnati 6-1 in their 2026 home opener, tying a club record for goals scored in a single MLS regular season game. Center back Brayan Ceballos scored twice on corner kick headers, while Dor Turgeman, Alhassan Yusuf, Griffin Yow, and Peyton Miller also found the back of the net for the Revolution. Cincinnati's lone goal came from midfielder Gerardo Valenzuela.

Why it matters

After struggling in their first two games of the season, the Revolution's dominant performance provided a much-needed boost and three crucial points. The varied sources of scoring, set piece success, and encouraging mentality after conceding the first goal were all positive signs for Revolution fans looking for the team to climb the standings in 2026.

The details

The Revolution fell behind early when Valenzuela scored for Cincinnati, but New England responded with six unanswered goals. Ceballos scored twice on corner kick headers, while Turgeman, Yusuf, Yow, and Miller also found the back of the net. The game showcased the Revolution's ability to score in multiple phases, including from set pieces and through contributions from both veteran and young players.

  • The Revolution scored six goals in the March 15, 2026 home opener against FC Cincinnati.

The players

Brayan Ceballos

A center back for the New England Revolution who scored two goals on corner kick headers in the 6-1 win.

Gerardo Valenzuela

A midfielder for FC Cincinnati who scored the opening goal of the game before the Revolution responded with six unanswered goals.

Dor Turgeman

A Revolution player who scored one of the team's six goals in the 6-1 win over FC Cincinnati.

Alhassan Yusuf

A Revolution player who scored one of the team's six goals in the 6-1 win over FC Cincinnati.

Griffin Yow

A Revolution player who scored his first goal for the team in the 6-1 win over FC Cincinnati.

Peyton Miller

A Revolution player who scored the game's final goal in the 6-1 win over FC Cincinnati.

Marko Mitrović

The head coach of the New England Revolution who earned his first career MLS win in the 6-1 victory over FC Cincinnati.

Luca Langoni

A Revolution player who provided three first-half assists on corner kicks in the 6-1 win over FC Cincinnati.

Diego Fagundez

A Revolution legend who returned to the team as a free agent and made his debut in the 6-1 win over FC Cincinnati, recording a secondary assist.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Revolution will look to build on their dominant performance when they face off against the Seattle Sounders in their next MLS match on March 22, 2026.

The takeaway

The Revolution's 6-1 dismantling of FC Cincinnati showcased the team's ability to score in a variety of ways, respond well to adversity, and get contributions from both veterans and young players. If the Revolution can maintain this level of play, they will be a force to be reckoned with in the 2026 MLS season.