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New Mexico United extends Dennis Sanchez's contract through 2028

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:06 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

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Summary

New Mexico United announced a two-year contract extension for head coach Dennis Sanchez on September 23, 2026, keeping him with the club until 2028. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Since joining United, Sanchez has guided the team to a record of 33 wins, 18 losses, and 17 draws across all competitions, including their first appearance in the Western Conference final last season. With the team currently in second place in the USL Championship's Western Conference, Sanchez is on track to potentially surpass the club's record for wins held by former coach Troy Lesesne.

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By the Numbers

•Sanchez's adjusted winning percentage is the highest in club history.
•New Mexico United has 43 points and is competing for the Western Conference title.
•Sanchez needs two wins to surpass the club record of 34.
•United has six regular-season matches remaining.

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7:06 PMYahoo Sports — Reelin' in the years: NM United, Sanchez partnership will continue

What they're saying

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New Mexico United was keen on making sure Dennis Sanchez stuck around for a little longer. The manager appeared committed to the same thing. The club and Sanchez signed a two-year contract extension through 2028, United announced Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Should Sanchez stay for the duration of his new deal, Albuquerque would be his longest coaching stop since he was the ...
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