MATT POLSTER NEWS

Expected to be available Saturday Polster is expected to be available for Saturday's match against the Fire, head coach Caleb Porter told The Blazing Musket on Thursday,

Impact Polster didn't play against Cincinnati due to a hamstring injury, but it seems the injury wasn't as severe as initially thought. Porter even confirmed the veteran midfielder's availability for Saturday's clash against the Fire. Given that Polster was a starter in his previous three appearances this season, he is likely to find his way into the starting XI if deemed healthy enough.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Did not play against FCC Polster (hamstring) was ruled out during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Cincinnati, per Caleb Pongratz of Prost Soccer.

Impact Polster missed his first match of the season with a hamstring injury. He had started the first three games in the midfield, recording an assist with five interceptions and three tackles. Ian Harkes had to move back to the defensive midfield and could remain there if Polster is not fit to return Saturday.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three interceptions in loss Polster generated one tackle (one won) and three interceptions in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute.

Impact Polster co-led New England in interceptions during the match, but it wasn't enough to avoid conceding four goals in the road loss. The three interceptions would be his third-best mark counting both 2023 and 2024 seasons. He also received his first yellow card in the campaign, though.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Disappointing in loss Polster generated two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Toronto FC.

Impact Polster didn't get much done from holding midfield despite the match being one-way traffic for most of the second half. It was a disappointing day for the Revolution as a whole in most regards. Polster will never be a major goalscoring threat, and most of his contributions will come behind the ball in most matches.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against D.C. United Polster assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to D.C. United.

Impact Polster began the season on a positive note as he assisted Charles Gil in the 67th minute and also made an interception. He played 33 games last season and averaged over a tackle and a clearance every game.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

"Step-by-step, a grain in the hourglass" | Porter and Polster impressed with preseason start | New England Revolution FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – New England Revolution head coach Caleb Porter and midfielder Matt Polster say they have been impressed with the sharpne...

JANUARY 17, 2024 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET

Continues in starting position Polster registered two goals on 19 shots (five on target) and one assist on seven chances created in 33 starts this season.

Impact Polster maintained a starting role for a third straight season with New England, playing in all but three of their matches this season. The midfielder was used as more of a utility player this campaign, starting and playing in five different positions around the midfield and defense, but mainly produced in a holding midfielder role, with 56 tackles, 49 interceptions and 44 clearances. He should remain in the starting XI next year, as he is still on contract with the Revolution for another year before facing a club option for the 2025 season.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two clearances in win Polster recorded two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Philadelphia Union.

Impact Polster was able to started all 31 matches played for New England this season, logging in two goal and one assist. In the last six games, he's recorded nine tackles (five won) and six clearances in that span.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

"Facing Philly is always a battle" | Polster and Jones on Union rivalry and Revs' psychological boost | New England Revolution FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Midfielder Matt Polster and defender DeJuan Jones believe last Saturday’s Decision Day triumph over the Philadelphia Uni...

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET

"We've got to reflect as a group" | Peay and Polster analyze Orlando defeat | New England Revolution ORLANDO, Fla. – New England Revolution interim head coach Clint Peay and midfielder Matt Polster assert the team must find a way to restore...

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET

Available after suspension Polster will be available for Saturday's match against the Chicago Fire after serving his suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Polster will be eligible for New England's next match after missing their previous contest against Minnesota due to receiving too many yellow cards. The midfielder has been one of the mainstays in New England's lineup, starting in 25 of their 28 matches this season. He hasn't had the most amazing season so far, only notching one assist and two goals.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Polster generated two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Minnesota United. In addition, he was given his seventh yellow card of the season in the 7...

Impact Polster will miss the next match as he will serve a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation. He's scored once with 11 clearances, 10 tackles (six won) and 10 interceptions in the last five games. In his absence, Andrew Farrell could move into the lineup again to play right back against Colorado.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

"We're a team that's going to fight to the last minute" | Polster highlights Leagues Cup lessons | New England Revolution FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – New England Revolution midfielder Matt Polster believes the fighting spirit shown in the team’s Leagues Cup campaign sta...

AUGUST 9, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET

Scores again Polster scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win against Atlanta United.

Impact Polster has his first goal since June 10. Across six appearances he logged between that day and July 12, he also logged 13 interceptions and seven clearances to go with his two goals.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 13, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores in home win Polster scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Polster scored in the 34th minute to double New England's lead and help them earn the home win. That was his first goal in the campaign, to go with one assist as well. The midfielder also led his side with a season-high six interceptions during the match.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw Polster took two shots and created two chances in Saturday's 3-3 draw against the Fire. He also made a block and a clearance in the match.

Impact Polster was active from midfield in an unorthodox 3-4-1-2 formation against Chicago on Saturday, as he posted his first game of the season with multiple shots and chances.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for weekend Polster has been training in full with New England this week, as manager Bruce Arena told team reporter Jeff Lemieux Thursday that there are "no issues with him" heading into Satur...

Impact Polster appeared to pick up a knock in last weekend's loss to the Union, but he seems to have recovered from the minor issue and should remain in the XI to face Chicago on Saturday as he's started 12 of his side's 13 league matches in defensive midfield this season.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss Polster assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Inter Miami CF. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Polster recorded his first assist of the season Saturday as he found Carles Gil in the 26th minute to tie the match at one. It was the only chance he created in the match, but he added two shots (both off target), one inaccurate cross, two won tackles, two interceptions and two clearances in his 84 minutes of action. He also picked up a yellow card in the 79th minute, his third booking of the season.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in draw Polster registered two shots (one on goal), four interceptions and three clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Polster took two shots Saturday (one on target), matching his season total in his previous six appearances. He played well defensively too as he intercepted four passes, made three clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in win Polster (illness) took a shot on target and created a chance in Saturday's 4-0 victory against CF Montreal. He also made a block, three clearances and two interceptions in the matc...

Impact Polster returned from an illness and played well on both sides of the ball from midfield as his team swept Montreal aside on Saturday.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Polster (illness) was back in full training with the Revolution on Tuesday, according to team reporter Jeff Lemieux.

Impact Polster missed last weekend's draw with NYCFC due to an illness, but he's already back with his teammates in training and is likely to return to the XI ahead of Christian Makoun in defensive midfield for Saturday's clash against Montreal.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Polster was not involved in Saturday's draw against NYCFC due to an illness.

Impact Polster had played every minute of New England's MLS campaign prior to Saturday's match, but he was replaced in the XI by Christian Makoun in defensive midfield against New York City. Polster will hope to return to fitness by next weekend's clash against CF Montreal.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Polster made a block, a clearance and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Charlotte FC.

Impact Polster returned to the Revs' XI to open the 2023 campaign on Saturday and he was solid on both sides of the ball to down Charlotte. He created 11 chances throughout the entirety of last season, and he had three on Saturday alone.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Polster (lower leg) was pictured in training with the Revolution to begin the preseason.

Impact Polster missed last campaign's season finale with knock on his lower leg, but he has recovered and will be ready to play in 2023.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE