New England Revolution vs Chicago Fire – What to watch for

Two Eastern Conference rivals face off on Saturday night as the New England Revolution hosts the Chicago Fire at Gillette Stadium.

New England had made a lovely start to this season, but they’ve fallen off the pace in recent times. They’ve lost three straight in all competitions, including a shocking defeat in the U.S. Open Cup to USL outfit Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. The Revs are still in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference, but they could use a win this weekend.

Chicago, meanwhile, has struggled in MLS play. They keep dropping points at home, and they sit only one spot above the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. However, the Open Cup has been a boost for them, as they advanced to…