LATIF BLESSING NEWS

Ruled out to face Columbus Blessing (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's match against Columbus, John Molinaro of TFC Republic reports.

Impact Blessing won't recover in time for the meeting against the Crew, but head coach Terry Dunfield said the midfielder should be back in training next week. That makes him a possibility for the midweek match against Philadelphia on Aug. 30.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Blessing has been ruled out for Sunday's match against Montreal due to an undisclosed injury, John Molinaro of TFC Republic reports.

Impact It's unclear what injury affects Blessing, but his absence creates a massive hole in midfield for a Toronto squad lacking depth in that area. Blessing's next chance to play will come against Columbus on Aug. 26.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LAFC Acquires $400,000 In General Allocation Money From New England In Exchange For Latif Blessing | Los Angeles Football Club LAFC announced today that the Club has acquired $400,000 in 2023 General Allocation Money (GAM) from the New England Revolution in exchange...

AUGUST 3, 2023 • LAFC.COM

Dealt to Toronto Blessing was traded to Toronto for Mark-Anthony Kaye and a 2023 international roster slot, New England announced Thursday.

Impact Blessing is on the move to Toronto where he will hope to continue a major role in the first team. The midfielder has made 15 appearances (14 starts) since joining New England, but hasn't had anywhere near the goal-scoring impact he boasted with LAFC. Toronto are in a dire spot in 2023, and Blessing isn't likely to turn that season around alone.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves ban Blessing will be eligible for Saturday's match against D.C United.

Impact Blessing has yet to score a goal on the season, recording just an assist with 37 tackles (21 won) and 14 interceptions. He is expected to start in the midfield alongside Emmanuel Boateng and Matt Polster.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed straight red card Blessing generated two tackles (one won) and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus New York Red Bulls. He picked up a red card and was sent off in the 60th minute.

Impact Blessing is set to miss next match against Atlanta United after picking up a straight red card Saturday. With Carles Gil expected to return from suspension, he will likely get the start in the midfield alongside Gustavo Bou and Matt Polster.

JULY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injury report Blessing (knock) is no longer listed in New England's injury report heading into Saturday's clash against Toronto FC.

Impact Blessing missed last weekend's win over Orlando City due to a knock he picked up in the buildup to the game, but he seems to have recovered and could return to the XI ahead of Emmanuel Boateng to face Toronto if he's fit enough.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up training knock Blessing picked up a knock in training and is out for Saturday's clash with Orlando, The Blazing Musket reports.

Impact Blessing suffered the knock in training, though it isn't expected to be overly serious. The midfielder's next chance to return is a June 24 clash with Toronto.

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five tackles in win Blessing recorded one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win over Inter Miami CF. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th minute.

Impact Blessing had a good outing on defense to help his side earn three points at home. The midfielder led New England in tackles during the match as usual. He also received his third yellow card of the season in the proccess, though.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Blessing (undisclosed) is absent from the New England injury report for Saturday's trip to NYC FC.

Impact Blessing is absent from the injury report after picking up an undisclosed issue during the mid-week clash with Atlanta. The midfielder has started all but one match when fully fit and available, though he has been limited to just over 60 minutes in recent matches.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Atlanta Blessing was subbed out of Wednesday's clash against Atlanta United at halftime after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Blessing appeared to pick up an injury just before the first half ended on Wednesday, and he was replaced by Justin Rennicks at the break. There's a quick turnaroud before the Revs' next game against NYCFC this weekend.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in loss Blessing made a block, a clearance and created a chance in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against the Union. He also won two of four tackles in the match.

Impact Blessing has started back-to-back games in defensive midfield since returning from a family matter in Ghana this month.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles off bench Blessing subbed into Saturday's match against Toronto FC in the 61st minute, making an interception and winning two of three tackles in the 2-0 victory.

Impact Blessing made his first appearance since mid-April on Saturday after returning from a family matter. He will aim to take back his spot in New England's XI either from Emmanuel Boateng or Esmir Bajraktarevic soon enough.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Blessing (personal) was removed from the New England Availability report before Saturday's clash with Toronto.

Impact Blessing was removed from the availability report after returning from a trip to Ghana that was approved due to personal reasons. Blessing made a return to training Wednesday and should be fully fit and available to return to the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Toronto.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to training as expected Blessings (personal) was seen back in team training ahead of Saturday's match against Toronto FC.

Impact Blessing is back with the team and participated in full training Wednesday. He could be an option as soon as Saturday, where he will likely start on the bench. Once the midfielder is back fully and in form, he is expected to start at midfield but will have to compete with Noel Buck for that permanent role in the starting XI.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with personal issues Blessing has missed the last two matches after granted permission from the club to help fly in his family from Ghana after several failed attempts in the past due to visa issues, r...

Impact Blessing has been dealing with family issues and was given permission by the club to help fly his family from Ghana. With his family arriving last week, the midfielder is expected to return to training this week. He's so far totaled an assist with 15 tackles (12 won) in five starts. Blessings signed with New England in the offseason after winning the MLS Cup with LAFC, appearing in the starting XI 16 times in 30 appearances in 2022.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Montreal Blessing (leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Montreal.

Impact Blessing is in the starting XI once more after being sidelined for two matches with a leg injury. The defensive midfielder slots straight back into the first team, where he should see a solid role in the center of the park, though likely a more reserved one.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train this week Blessing (leg) said on his social media page that is expected to return to training with the team this week, reports Seth of the Blazing Musket.

Impact Blessing has missed the last two matches with a leg injury, but is expected to return to training this week. If all goes well, he will likely start in the midfield Saturday against Montreal, since he has generated one assists with eight won tackles out of nine attempts in three games thus far.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doutbful against Philadelphia Blessing (leg) missed last weekend's win over D.C. United, and "he's going to need maybe another week," according to Revs manager Bruce Arena on Tuesday.

Impact Blessing was cleated on the shin during training last week and required stitches, and he seems unlikely to be ready in time for Saturday's clash against NYCFC. Jack Panayotou replaced him on the left wing against D.C. last weekend, and he or Carles Gil could do so again if necessary versus New York City.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borrero, Petrovic lead Revolution past Dynamo 3-0

Dylan Borrero scored a first-half goal and that was all goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic needed in the New England Revolution’s 3-0 victory over the Houston Dynamo

MARCH 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First assist of season Blessing had an assist while creating two chances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Houston.

Impact Blessing set up Brandon Bye in the 65th minute assisting New England's final goal. The assist was the first of the season in the midfielder's first appearance while his two chances created tied for the team-high total in the win.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Saturday Blessing (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Charlotte.

Impact Blessing was training with the team earlier this week, so it's not surprising to see him being available off the bench. It should be a matter of time before he gains a starting role in New England's midfield.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Blessing (undisclosed) has returned to full training with the Revolution, manager Bruce Arena told team reporter Jeff Lemieux on Thursday. He is not listed in New England's injury...

Impact Blessing missed last weekend's preseason match against Orlando, but he is expected to be available for Saturday's Charlotte game after arriving in New England via a trade from LAFC in January.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

"Grounded, humble, respectful" | Blessing's teammates praise early impact on and off the field | New England Revolution SARASOTA, Fla. – If you ask Latif Blessing’s teammates what he’s added to the New England Revolution, they’re just as likely to tell you abo...

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET

Signs contract extension Blessing has signed a two-year contract with the Revolution with the option to extend for an additional year, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Blessing arrived in New England via a trade from LAFC in early January and he has now signed on with the club through the 2024 campaign at least. He will likely be competing with Thomas McNamara for a starting spot alongside Matt Polster in midfield at his new club.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE