SAFC seeks turnaround against conference leaders New Mexico United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:13 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
San Antonio FC faces New Mexico United Saturday at Isotopes Park in Albuquerque at 7:30 p.m. SAFC, currently in fifth place with 32 points, aims to end a two-match losing streak. New Mexico sits atop the Western Conference with 37 points and hasn't lost in league play since May. SAFC's recent defeats included a 1-0 home loss to Oakland Roots SC. Coach Carlos Llamosa emphasized the need for improved pressure and aggression to counter New Mexico's possession style. Midfielder Nicky Hernandez noted the importance of taking risks to be more competitive in the match.
- •SAFC is 8-5-8 with 32 points in fifth place.
- •New Mexico United is 11-4-4 with 37 points in first place.
- •New Mexico has won nine of its last 11 matches.
- •SAFC seeks to end a two-match losing streak.
- •Kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Isotopes Park.
- 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Struggling SAFC remains upbeat as they face a hot streaking New Mexico squad
"SAFC (8-5-8, 32 points), which sits in fifth place, and conference leading New Mexico (11-4-4, 37 points) kick off at 7:30 p.m. at Isotopes Park in Albuquerque.
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