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Zico Bailey celebrates 100 matches with New Mexico United and birthday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

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Summary

Zico Bailey marked his 100th appearance for New Mexico United on August 27, 2026, contributing to a 2-1 victory against Lexington SC. Coinciding with his 26th birthday, Bailey expressed gratitude for his journey after overcoming various challenges and setbacks early in his career. He has established himself as a key player, having started in 22 of United's 24 matches this season. Bailey, currently the club's second-longest tenured player, signed an extension in 2025 and is expected to continue with the team next year.

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By the Numbers

•Bailey's 100th match comes on August 27, 2026.
•He celebrated alongside his 26th birthday.
•United defeated Lexington SC 2-1.
•Bailey has played in 22 of 24 matches this season.
•He signed a contract extension in 2025 with an option for 2027.

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3:06 AMYahoo Sports — After 100 games with United, Bailey still doesn't take anything for granted

What they're saying

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Zico Bailey knew the milestone was close. A hint here, another there made it difficult not to be curious. They occasionally came, naturally, in the form of numbers. Sometimes on a computer screen. Others printed on the pages of a rather young — and still expanding — club record book. And when those failed to catch Bailey’s attention, his teammates made sure to remind him with some good-natured ...
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