Revolution II defender Chris Mbaï-Assem called up to Central African Republic Senior National Team

FOXBOROUGH, MA– New England Revolution II defender Chris Mbaï-Assem has been called up to the Central African Republic Men’s Senior National Team for training camp during the March international window.

Chris Mbaï-Assem looks to make a play during an MLSNP match for New England Revolution II. Image Courtesy of Adrian Heinsohn-Roe.

Mbaï-Assem, 20, earns his second senior international call-up after suiting up for Central African Republic in a FIFA World Cup Qualifier last September.

The center back earned a start in his international debut against Madagascar on Sept. 4, 2025, logging 45 minutes in central defense.

Mbaï-Assem has logged three straight 90-minute games for New England II to open the 2026 campaign.

Revolution II current rank among league leaders in fewest goals conceded (T-3rd – 2) and shots against (T-4th – 11).

New England Revolution Logo. Image Courtesy of New England Revolution.

Pablo Moreira and the New England Revolution II (1-2-0, 7 pts.) remain home to face Eastern Conference side CT United (2-0-1, 7 pts.). The match will kick off at Beirne Stadium on Sunday, March 22nd at 2:00 p.m. EST. For more MLS NEXT Pro content, you can find it on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app.

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Hello! My name is Caleb Pongratz. I am a 24-year-old journalist that covers Major League Soccer, MLS NEXT Pro, USL, USL Championship, USL League One, USL League Two & the United States Men's National Team. I'm originally from Hanover, Massachusetts and currently reside in Boston, Massachusetts. Schooling: • Hanover High School (2016-2020) • Suffolk University (2020-2024) - Graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in communications - Broadcast Journalism.

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