MARBELLA, Spain – Brad Friedel delivered a clear message to his New England Revolution squad ahead of Wednesday afternoon’s preseason friendly against FC Dynamo Kyiv: it’s winning time.
The first three matches in Spain – two draws and a loss – had been exercises primarily rooted in fitness and tactics, but with the Revolution’s two-week stay in Marbella winding to a close, Friedel wanted his side to get a win under their belts to provide a mental boost.
New England responded with an impressive 3-1 victory over Dynamo Kyiv – another side preparing for a Europa League Round of 32 clash next week – erasing a 1-0 halftime deficit with goals from Juan Agudelo, Carles Gil, and Diego Fagundez.