After ten games without a goal contribution, Super Eagles midfielder Alhassan Yusuf finally delivered—and he did it in style.
The 24-year-old registered his first MLS assist to help New England Revolution breeze past Toronto FC in a dominant 2-0 away victory at BMO Field, Footballrover reports.
It was a breakthrough moment in Yusuf’s Major League Soccer journey, and it couldn’t have come at a better time.
First MLS assist: Yusuf sparks New England’s victory
In just his 11th appearance of the 2025 season, Alhassan Yusuf made the difference.
A fluid passing move saw him deliver the crucial ball that led to Leonardo Campana’s goal, sealing the win for the Revolution before halftime.
Toronto had entered Matchday 11 of the MLS campaign desperate for their first home win, but Yusuf and his New England teammates had other plans.
Captain Carles Gil drew first blood in the 11th minute, volleying in a rebound after a poor clearance.
Then came Yusuf’s moment—calmly picking out Campana in the 27th minute, his crisp assist led to a low-driven strike that beat Sean Johnson, doubling the lead.
An incredible counter-attacking football that saw Campana pick up Yusuf’s pass, take two touches and boom! Inside the net.
Alhassan Yusuf ends wait for impact in MLS
Having featured just seven times last season with only one assist, Alhassan Yusuf came into 2025 determined to prove his worth.
Now, after 11 rounds, he’s matched that tally and shown he’s growing into his role.
The win pushes New England into ninth place in the Eastern Conference with 16 points, while Toronto’s winless home run stretches to nine games.
Despite late pressure from the hosts, the Revolution stayed composed and extended their winning streak to four consecutive matches.
With Yusuf pulling strings in midfield, the Revs are starting to look like serious contenders as they look to continue to find their rhythm.
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