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New England Revolution Vs Toronto FC: 3 things we learned – Beating the best

The New England Revolution made it seven consecutive home matches against Toronto FC without defeat, stunning the defending champions in a 3-2 victory on Saturday.

On a rainy occasion in Foxborough, Ma., New England strode comfortably into a 2-0 lead before many fans could find their seats.

New England, in an attempt to put their treacherous 4-2 defeat against Montreal in the past, came out in an aggressive way. The Revolution’s high press immediately overwhelmed Toronto, leading to a pair of early goals off turnovers.

The first Revs goal came in the fourth minute, resulting from a turnover in midfield forced by Scott Caldwell.