Phoenix Rising FC faces New Mexico United in USL Cup group stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
SoccerPhoenix Rising FC plays New Mexico United in the USL Cup group stage on Saturday. Both teams currently have three points in Group 2, trailing Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC and El Paso Locomotive FC, who have six points each. New Mexico United won its USL Cup opener 2-1 against AV Alta FC but lost 4-0 to Colorado Springs in the following match. Phoenix Rising FC also won against Orange County SC after losing to Switchbacks. The match marks a critical point as each team aims to position themselves for the knockout stage set for later this year.
- •Both teams have three points in Group 2.
- •New Mexico won 2-1 over AV Alta FC in its opener.
- •Phoenix Rising defeated Orange County SC 2-1 after a previous loss.
- •Match is crucial for both teams’ advancement in the tournament.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Match day: Phoenix Rising FC at New Mexico United
"The regular season is on hold for New Mexico United — and for Phoenix Rising FC for that matter. USL Cup competition is making another appearance on Saturday. Here are some things to note: Free kicks 1. ANOTHER ROUND FOR THE GROUP: The USL Cup is back — for Round 3 for the four-match group stage. Reminder, the winners of the seven groups and the second-place club with the highest point total ...
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