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New Mexico United prepares for home match after postponed Alabama game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

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Summary

New Mexico United looks forward to a home match against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC on Saturday after a challenging week in Alabama. Their scheduled match at Birmingham Legion FC was postponed twice due to weather, leaving the team with a 17-day gap between games. Head coach Dennis Sanchez and goalkeeper Kris Shakes indicated that the extended travel and failed matches tested their preparation but also strengthened team bonding. United aims to capitalize on the nine-match unbeaten streak as they return to Isotopes Park, their first game at home in 28 days.

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By the Numbers

•New Mexico United's match against Colorado Springs is on Saturday.
•Match against Birmingham Legion FC was postponed due to weather.
•The team experienced a 17-day gap between games.
•United has a nine-match unbeaten streak across competitions.
•This will be their first match at Isotopes Park in 28 days.

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3:06 AMYahoo Sports — NM United doesn't mind a full week at home after its Alabama experience

What they're saying

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One thing became immediately apparent before New Mexico United began its press conference: both players and coaching staff are enjoying an entire week in Albuquerque, and the perks that come with it — no travel, training at their own facility and sleeping in their own beds. And if there were any doubts, it didn’t take long to set the record straight. “Especially after last week,” manager ...
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