{"id":11683,"date":"2012-05-06T03:26:34","date_gmt":"2012-05-06T07:26:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nesoccertoday.com\/?p=11683"},"modified":"2012-05-06T19:20:35","modified_gmt":"2012-05-06T23:20:35","slug":"player-ratings-new-england-revolution-at-real-salt-lake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nesoccertoday.com\/?p=11683","title":{"rendered":"Player Ratings: New England Revolution at Real Salt Lake"},"content":{"rendered":"

After each match the contributors\u00a0<\/em>to New England Soccer Today\u00a0will rate the performances of the New England Revolution players who made an appearance on a 1 to 10 scale (1 horrendous, 5 average, 10 perfection). This week Brian O\u2019Connell and Sean Donahue contributed ratings for the\u00a0New England Revolution\u2019s 2-1 loss to Real Salt Lake<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Matt Reis<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 7<\/strong> (Brian 7, Sean 7)
\nBold approaches on Espindola early and kept the Revs within striking distance in the second half with a set of tremendous saves. (Brian) \u2026 Several big saves to keep Salt Lake off the board early and then to keep it close late. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Chris Tierney<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 4.25<\/strong> (Brian 4.5, Sean 4)
\nStruggled against Saborio and Espindola. Bright spot was cross on Brettschneider’s pounding header in 71st minute. (Brian) \u2026 Salt Lake\u2019s creative attackers got the better of Tierney on several occasions. Tough night defensively and inconsistent going forward. (Sean)<\/p>\n

A.J. Soares<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 5.5<\/strong> (Brian 5.5, Sean 5.5)
\nSeemed out of his comfort zone beside Lozano; communication seemed off; looked frustrated with Espindola in his face. (Brian) \u2026 Did well cover for Tierney when he pushed forward. Decent showing, but his unnecessary foul led to Salt Lake\u2019s winning goal. (Sean)<\/p>\n

John Lozano<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 4.25 <\/strong>(Brian 4, Sean 4.5)
\nSluggish out of the gate, indecisive in the box; smart to get Espindola on a couple of offside traps; aside from that, an unremarkable return to the lineup. (Brian) \u2026 Was probably fouled by Saborio before the game winner, taking him out of the play.\u00a0 Looked a bit rusty and had some communication issues a bit lucky to get away with some physical play. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Kevin Alston<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 6<\/strong> (Brian 6, Sean 6)
\nGood advances, and timely tackles, including at midfield late that, if missed, could’ve opened the door for a third RSL goal. (Brian) \u2026 Communication with Lozano was an issue early, but for the most part did well defensively and added to the attack. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Lee Nguyen<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 5.5<\/strong> (Brian 5.5, Sean 5.5)
\nTracked back to help his backs keep tabs on RSL attackers; but looked weary in the attacking third as the game progressed. (Brian) \u2026 Active attacking early and did his part defensively, but involvement in the offense faded late. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Clyde Simms<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 6<\/strong> (Brian 6, Sean 6)
\nWithout him, RSL could’ve scored four goals; superb work in the defending third. Passing rate (89%) hard to beat, as well. (Brian) \u2026 Surprised with a solid long range shot, but more importantly put in the needed work defensively to keep the match close. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Shalrie Joseph<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 5<\/strong> (Brian 4.5, Sean 5.5)
\nGood ball to Brettschneider en route to the goal; but became a defensive liability in the latter stages. (Brian) \u2026 Almost burned on a poor back pass to Reis, but for the most part passing and involvement in the attack was good. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Benny Feilhaber<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 4.25<\/strong> (Brian 4, Sean 4.5)
\nContinues to try to do too much with the ball at his feet; had a chance to level it late, but was tripped up inside the box. (Brian) \u2026 Extremely active, but passing wasn\u2019t always sharp and end product was lacking. Still tries to force things. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Kelyn Rowe<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 4<\/strong> (Brian 4, Sean 4)
\nAnother game, another optimistic effort that sails well off target; barely factored into the attack. (Brian) \u2026 Fairly invisible game from the rookie before being subbed. Struggled a bit defensively at times. (Sean)<\/p>\n

Blake Brettschneier<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 6<\/strong> (Brian 5.5, Sean 6.5)
\nImpressive return to the lineup; goal was a beauty, but perhaps more importantly, played confidently throughout. (Brian) \u2026 Fantastic goal and got himself in good positions to possibly get another. Great header denied by Rimando. (Sean)<\/p>\n

(sub) Saer Sene<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 5<\/strong> (Brian 5, Sean 5)
\nStretched the field with some late runs wide, but with the ball at his feet looking at frame, couldn’t keep it together. (Brian) \u2026 Effort was there, end product wasn\u2019t. (Sean)<\/p>\n

(sub) Fernando Cardenas<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: 5.5 (Brian 5.5, Sean 5.5)
\nAdded instant bite to the attack off the bench; deft strike in the 71st minute; red card issued to him was laughable. (Brian) \u2026 Provided a spark off the bench and nearly scored, but time was cut short by a completely unjustifiable red card. (Sean)<\/p>\n

(sub) Diego Fagundez<\/strong> \u2013 Average Rating: N\/A<\/strong> (Brian N\/A, Sean 5)
\nNot enough opportunities to make an impact. (Brian) \u2026 Looked a bit rusty, but also showed flashes and worked hard. (Sean)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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