Time for some headlines people. Who’s ready for your power rankings?
MLS has the Revs ranked at number thirteen. Shockingly Soccer America has the boys coming in at number twelve. I think that’s the first time they’ve had us higher than another outlet. Well done Soccer America! Sports Illustrated notched the Revs at number nineand highlighted the eight-goal difference Orlando City would have to make up to overtake us. Finally, ESPN gave the boys the number eight slot. They did point out that we’re unlikely to miss out on playoffs no matter what happens on Decision Day. WE GOT THIS!
Charlie Davies has mounted an incredible comeback after a devastating car accident in 2009 that nearly derailed his career. Davies credits Nike, who didn’t drop him as a client, as a key part of his return to form. One of the lasting effects of his accident is that his right leg is shorter than his left due to a femur break. Nike has helped him find a way to feel like himself again on the field, despite his injury.
Lee Nguyen, Jermaine Jones, Kevin Alston and Darrius Barnes have teamed up with ’47 to create a special edition line of hats. They are SWEET and they debut tonight at the ’47 store on Newbury. Come check out the sick lids and meet the guys.
This weekend the Revs travel down to Yankee Stadium to face NYCFC for their final game of the season. The teams are meeting for the third time this season and each team has a win on the series. To clinch a playoff spot the Revs need a win or a draw OR to not lose by enough to allow Orlando City to close the eight goal gap between the teams.
TA TA for now.