The New England Revolution, following a 0-0 draw Sunday afternoon between New York City FC and Nashville SC, have secured the Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed in the Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs.
In the process, New England have locked up a Round One bye and home-field advantage throughout the postseason. The Conference Semifinals run from November 25-30, with details for Gillette Stadium’s game to be determined as the regular season nears Decision Day on November 7. They'd face the winner of the East's No. 4 vs. No. 5 Round One matchup.
New England are still in pursuit of their first-ever Supporters’ Shield, holding 65 points through 29 matches. At current pace, they can break LAFC’s 2019 record for single-season points (72). Should they secure the Supporters’ Shield, New England would maintain MLS Cup hosting priority if they reach the December 11 championship match.
Season  | 
                  Club  | 
                  Points  | 
                  Win %  | 
          
|---|---|---|---|
2019  | 
                  LAFC  | 
                  72  | 
                  .750  | 
              
2018  | 
                  New York  | 
                  71  | 
                  .721  | 
              
2017  | 
                  Toronto  | 
                  69  | 
                  .721  | 
              
2018  | 
                  Atlanta  | 
                  69  | 
                  .706  | 
              
1998  | 
                  LA  | 
                  68  | 
                  .750  | 
              
2011  | 
                  LA*  | 
                  67  | 
                  .706  | 
              
2012  | 
                  San Jose  | 
                  66  | 
                  .691  | 
              
2021  | 
                  New England**  | 
                  65  | 
                  .776  | 
              
* 2011 coached by Bruce Arena
** Five matches left in the season
Bruce Arena’s team returns to action October 16 when hosting Chicago Fire FC (7 pm ET | MLS LIVE on ESPN+) following the impending international window.
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