New England postponed its March 7 home opener at Gillette Stadium due to delayed natural grass delivery after historic winter weather; the match is now set for March 15 vs FC Cincinnati. Betting implication: expect cautious home-market lines — punters may avoid Revolution home bets until field and lineup clarity, or consider backing Cincinnati or neutral-market options.
New England Revolution Postpone March 7 Home Opener After Field Delay
The New England Revolution have postponed their scheduled March 7 home opener at Gillette Stadium because the new natural grass field delivery was delayed after historic winter weather in the Northeast. The club has rescheduled its first home match at the MLS for March 15 against FC Cincinnati.
Why the opener was postponed
The team said harvesting and delivery of the stadium’s new grass were delayed by severe winter conditions. Stadium infrastructure preparations are complete and the Gillette field crew is ready to install the turf as soon as it arrives, but the delay made the March 7 date untenable.
Schedule update and team form
New England opened the MLS season with a 4-1 loss at Nashville and will play at the New York Red Bulls this coming Saturday before returning home for the rescheduled match on March 15.
Betting outlook and practical implications
The postponement introduces uncertainty for bettors. Home-field advantages and pitch conditions can influence team performance and market lines.
Punters may prefer to:
- Hold off on wagers involving New England home props until the field is confirmed and lineups are announced.
- Consider backing FC Cincinnati or looking at neutral/alternative markets (e.g., spread or under/over) if lines adjust sharply.
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Monitor official field reports and pre-match news for updates before placing bets.
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