The New England Revolution set up a Costa Rica connection, adding William Sunsing and Mauricio Wright, who would both go on to the 2002 World Cup with the Ticos. [Read more…] about March 7, 2000 – Revolution acquire William Sunsing from CS Herediano
Mauricio Wright
Sept. 15, 2000 – Chicago Fire 2:1 Revolution, MLS playoffs at Soldier Field (Att.: 10,476)
Wolde Harris’ 50th-minute goal deflected off current New England Revolution assistant coach Tom Soehn to give the Revolution their first MLS playoff advantage. The Revolution had advanced to the playoffs only once in the first four seasons of MLS, and it took until this series for them to win their first playoff match. [Read more…] about Sept. 15, 2000 – Chicago Fire 2:1 Revolution, MLS playoffs at Soldier Field (Att.: 10,476)
July 12, 2003 – First Gold Cup games at Gillette Stadium (Att.: 33,652)
CONCACAF attempted to expand the Gold Cup tournament in 2003, but few U.S. stadia were eager to participate. Gillette jumped in, playing host to four dates, and going on to become a regular site for the event through 2009. [Read more…] about July 12, 2003 – First Gold Cup games at Gillette Stadium (Att.: 33,652)