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New Mexico United awaits playoff opponent after securing postseason spot

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Oct 14, 2026

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Summary

New Mexico United has secured a playoff spot in the USL Championship following a 3-1 victory against Monterey Bay FC. The team will host its first-round playoff match on November 1 at 4 p.m. All playoff games in the Western Conference will take place either October 30 or 31. Currently second in the Western Conference with 49 points, New Mexico's regular-season finale against San Antonio FC will determine its final position and potential playoff matchup. While Orange County SC is a possible opponent, it still needs to clinch a postseason berth.

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By the Numbers

•New Mexico United secured a playoff spot after defeating Monterey Bay FC
•Next match against San Antonio FC is the regular-season finale
•The first-round playoff match is scheduled for November 1 at 4 p.m.
•New Mexico United currently sits second in the Western Conference
•Orange County SC could be a potential playoff opponent for New Mexico

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3:06 AMYahoo Sports — NM United just waiting on its playoff opponent

What they're saying

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New Mexico United knows several things about its end of the regular-season schedule. United will be in the playoffs. It secured its spot after its 2-1 win over Phoenix Rising FC on Oct. 4. The club will host at least one postseason match. It accomplished that Saturday following its 3-1 victory against Monterey Bay FC. New Mexico also knows the time and date of its first-round game — 4 p.m. ...
— Yahoo Sports

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