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New England postpones MLS home opener after historic blizzard
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- The New England Revolution postponed their March 7 home opener at Gillette Stadium due to field readiness after historic winter weather, signaling a shift to a March 15 date if conditions permit.
- The team now plans to host its first home game on March 15 against FC Cincinnati, pending field readiness and weather considerations.
- AP reporting confirms the delay centers on field construction and weather-related field preparation issues at Gillette Stadium.
- Historic winter weather in the Northeast prompted a delay in harvesting and delivering the stadium's new natural grass field, extending the timeline for field setup.
- The Blizzard's impact was felt regionally, with the Northeast seeing over two feet of snow and Rhode Island reporting more than three feet, complicating field preparations.
- New England opened with a 4-1 loss at Nashville and remains on the road at the New York Red Bulls before the rescheduled home game.
- The Associated Press contributed to this report, reflecting cross-agency collaboration on the scheduling update.
- Officials cited field-related stadium infrastructure preparations as on track, enabling grass installation once the delivery arrives.
- Officials pointed to the historic winter weather as the primary reason for the field work delay, affecting the timing of the grass delivery and installation.
- The team expects to host the home opener in mid-March, contingent on grass delivery and installation timelines aligning with MLS preparations.
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