""I think that if we want players to play, we have to give them that opportunity. We can always hesitate. I think every player makes mistakes on the field, but when a young player makes a mistake, we always connect that with their age.""
""I don't think that's fair. A lot of times, we have a young player, and they didn't have a good game, then look to another player with the most experience, but he still doesn't have a good game.""
""I'm very happy when we have opportunities to give young guys that chance to play.""
New England Revolution lost 4-3 to Orlando City in the U.S. Open Cup, despite leading three times. Most starters were 22 or younger, with four making their debuts. Coach Marko Mitrovic defended the young players, stating that mistakes should not be solely attributed to their age. He expressed satisfaction in providing opportunities for young players to play. The team is set to face Charlotte FC, who are on a three-game losing streak, while New England is looking to bounce back after their recent defeat.
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