NEW MEXICO UNITED
United, Locomotive set for clash of old rivals in US Open Cup
On April 1, New Mexico United will host El Paso Locomotive in the Round of 32 of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at the UNM Soccer Complex. Kick off is at 7:25 p.m.
“We are excited for the opportunity to host our rival in this historic competition,” said United vice president Clint Gray in a news release. “We look forward to seeing the best fans in the league pack the stands at UNM once again for this match.”
The rivalry between New Mexico and El Paso has been a must see event since the two clubs met for the first time in 2019.
United currently leads the all-time series between these longtime rivals with a 7-8-5 record — across all competitions.
The last meetign between United and the Locomotive in the U.S. Open Cup was April 16th, 2025 in Albuquerque. El Paso advanced to the next round on penalties 4-1.
Both sides are coming off wins against lower division sides in the first round.
United played host to Cruizers FC of the NPSL and advanced to the Round of 32 with a 3-2 win thanks to a late goal by Cristian Nava.
El Paso traveled to Laredo, Texas where they beat USL2 side Laredo Heat 2-0.
Tickets for this match go on sale early next week.
