Omar Gonzalez: “New England is serious”

The New England Revolution have come a long way.

Ever since Bruce Arena arrived in 2019, the trajectory of the club has been flipped on its head. New England went from the MLS dumpster all the way to lifting the Supporters’ Shield in 2021.

While fans can easily attest to the rapid change, newly signed center back Omar Gonzalez was able to give an outsider’s perspective in his introductory press conference.

“Well, I can’t speak to those glory days where they were always in MLS Cup before I entered the league, but since I’ve been in the league, maybe there has been this perception of the team doesn’t spend much money,” said Gonzalez. “There’s always been maybe a little bit of bad perception from…