Correct and correct. Fixed both below.
We lose 3 guys and New England loses 2, but how much those departures cost depends on who replaces them in the lineup.
- Shelton for Mendoza - probably a wash; it will be interesting to see how Mendoza does over the course of a full game.
- Mix for Lampard - Mix has been terrific, so this is a slight downgrade, particularly given Lampard's lack of match fitness. Still, if you are replacing a player with a guy like Lampard, life is not that bad. The biggest issue is probably Mix's workrate and help in defense.
- Matarrita for ??? - Whether this is Martinez or one of the CBs is an interesting question, but clearly it's going to be a big loss. Matarrita has probably been our most reliable defender, and has been dangerous on the attack. He can't be replaced by one guy.
New England, on the other hand, loses their best player, Nguyen, and I can't imagine the replacement is going to be anywhere near as good. They also lose their starting RB, Je-Vaughn Watson, both to international duty and a red card. Not clear who they have backing him up, but he's a good player - MLS veteran and Jamaican national team regular.
Overall, City and NE each have one big loss, and their other loss might equal the marginal loss we get from our two.
Worth noting that former USMNT prodigy, Charlie Davies, missed the Revs last match with an injury. He was in the 18, so it's possible he will be back this week. He was their leading scorer last season.
Overall, City and NE each have one big loss, and their other loss might equal the marginal loss we get from our two.
Worth noting that former USMNT prodigy, Charlie Davies, missed the Revs last match with an injury. He was in the 18, so it's possible he will be back this week. He was their leading scorer last season.
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