Even as we all isolate and practice safe social distancing, Saturday still means soccer, and we’ve got plenty to keep you occupied this weekend … including a live chat with a New England Revolution legend and member of the club’s 25th Anniversary All-Time Team.
Here’s what’s on tap for Saturday:
2 p.m.
EA SPORTS FIFA 20 Simulation: Revs vs. New York City FC
Streaming live on Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook
Speaking of the Revs’ scheduled meeting with NYCFC, we’ll simulate the match on EA SPORTS FIFA 20 as the Revs look to get back on track following a virtual midweek loss to Toronto FC. Keep an eye on Adam Buksa, who has racked up 11 goals in the Revs’ eight simulated matches.
3 p.m.
eMLS Match: JKO (Revolution) vs. didychrislito (NYCFC)
Streaming live on Twitch
The Revolution’s official eMLS competitor, John Oliveira (JKO), battles NYCFC’s own Christopher Holly (didychrislito) on the same day the Revs and NYCFC were scheduled to square off in an Eastern Conference clash at Gillette Stadium.
6:30 p.m.
Instagram Live with Matt Reis
Streaming on Instagram Live
There will be a distinct lack of hair but plenty of personality when legendary Revolution goalkeeper Matt Reis joins Jeff Lemieux on Instagram Live. Reis will be talking about the Revs’ 2006 playoff run, particularly his eight-save shutout in a 1-0 win over D.C. United in the Eastern Conference Championship.
7 p.m.
2006 Eastern Conference Championship Replay
Watch live on NBC Sports Boston
Immediately following Reis’ appearance on Instagram Live tune in to NBC Sports Boston to catch an encore presentation of the Revs’ 2006 Eastern Conference Championship win over D.C. United – a game New England reached with the epic penalty shootout win over Chicago shown last Saturday on NBCSB.
