As little as one month ago, New Mexico United looked like they would be left out of the playoff race. Since the start of September, though, they’ve won four of five and have forced the door into the postseason open again. They’re arguably playing their best football of the year and have a chance to…… Continue Reading »
Falcons run wild on Lobos in 38-10 victory
The 2-2 University of New Mexico Lobos kicked off Mountain West Conference play against the Air Force Falcons on Saturday before 12k fans at University Stadium. Kickoff was set for 4:30 pm MT. Unfortunately, the Lobos did not show up for the game until around 6:00 pm, well after the Falcons amassed a 31-0 lead…… Continue Reading »
United top Monarchs 3-1, miss playoffs for first time
Troy Lesesne and his club knew that they had to take care of business tonight at The Lab and they did their part of the easiest scenario laid out in the preview. A brace from Chris Wehan and an outstanding chipped goal from Daniel Bruce led United to a win in the final match of…… Continue Reading »
2-0 win vaults United into fourth place
The night started with a whimper when a Rio Grande Valley FC player went down inside the first minute, but the pace quickened with both sides knowing what’s at stake. Both New Mexico United and RGV knew they had the chance to jump back above the playoff line. United also had the opportunity to negate…… Continue Reading »
United and Rio Grande Valley face off for first time since May
Nearly five months to the day that New Mexico United and Rio Grande Valley FC kicked off their respective seasons, the two clubs will meet for only the second time of the 2021 season. Due to the league’s scheduling, United has already finished their regular season slate against two division foes but still has three…… Continue Reading »
Wehan scores again as United pick up crucial points against San Antonio
Once again, the transfer of Chris Wehan has proven to be an astute business decision by the front office of New Mexico United. Tonight, Wehan picked up his fourth goal since rejoining the club, and this one happened to seal a win in San Antonio. Entering the night, United had never won a regular-season match…… Continue Reading »
United looking for first regular season win in San Antonio as playoffs near
History says that every time New Mexico United and San Antonio FC play each other, the home side will win. Going back to the 2019 season, the pattern has been consistent. Perhaps more impressive is the fact that every match has seen the losing side be held goalless. The one exception to the pattern was…… Continue Reading »
Goals from Wehan and Moreno lead United past Monarchs, keep playoff hopes alive
New Mexico United knew they needed a win on Saturday. With their opponent being the Real Monarchs, they knew they had the opportunity to keep pace with the other members of the Mountain Division. With that in mind, United came out with an early press and tried to put pressure on Jeffrey Dewsnup, the Monarchs’…… Continue Reading »
New Mexico United continue playoff push against Real Monarchs SLC
New Mexico United has been here before. The season is winding down, and they’re trying to secure a spot in the playoffs. It’s as if the 2019 season is repeating itself. As that season neared the end, United was on the outside looking in, and once again in 2021, they’re in the same position. They’ve…… Continue Reading »
Lobos Beat Aggies 34-25 in Rio Grande Rivalry Game
The yearly matchup against in-state rival New Mexico State is the first game Lobos circle on their calendars when schedules are released each season. It doesn’t matter that UNM holds a commanding 73-33-5 all-time record against NMSU. It doesn’t matter that the Lobos have won three straight against the Aggies and 43 of the 61…… Continue Reading »