St. Louis City tops Revolution for first win of season

Marcel Hartel's long-distance goal in the second half propels St. Louis City to victory over New England Revolution.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 9:10am

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Marcel Hartel scored a sensational goal from long distance in the second half as St. Louis City broke out for its first win of the season, 3-1, over the visiting New England Revolution on Saturday. Simon Becher and Chris Durkin also scored as St. Louis (1-3-1, 4 points) rallied from an early deficit to earn its first victory under new coach Yoann Damet.

Why it matters

This win marks an important milestone for the new St. Louis City franchise, which is looking to establish itself as a competitive team in MLS after a tough start to the season. The loss is a setback for the Revolution, who were coming off a big win over FC Cincinnati.

The details

Hartel's goal came in the 83rd minute when he picked off a sloppy clear by the Revs and fired from roughly 40 yards out, looping a shot over New England keeper Matt Turner, who was out of position. Ilay Feingold scored in the 14th minute for New England (1-3-0, 3 points), but St. Louis City responded with goals from Becher and Durkin to take the lead for good.

  • The match was played on Saturday, March 22, 2026.
  • Feingold scored for New England in the 14th minute.
  • Becher scored the equalizer for St. Louis City in the 29th minute.
  • Durkin gave St. Louis City the lead just before halftime.
  • Hartel scored the insurance goal for St. Louis City in the 83rd minute.

The players

Marcel Hartel

A midfielder for St. Louis City who scored the game-winning goal from long distance in the second half.

Simon Becher

A forward for St. Louis City who scored the equalizing goal in the first half.

Chris Durkin

A midfielder for St. Louis City who scored the go-ahead goal just before halftime.

Matt Turner

The goalkeeper for the New England Revolution who was called up to the U.S. national team earlier in the week.

Yoann Damet

The new head coach of St. Louis City who earned his first win with the team.

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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

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

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This win is an important step forward for the new St. Louis City franchise as they look to establish themselves as a competitive team in MLS. The loss is a setback for the Revolution, who will need to regroup and find a way to get back on track after a tough start to the season.