New Mexico United's Intense Match Against Rising
On Saturday night, New Mexico United faced off against Phoenix Rising in the USL Jgermeister Cup, having secured a previous victory against Union Omaha. Both teams entered the match with strong momentum; New Mexico had recently achieved two consecutive wins. The match was significant for both as they had previously met in the league, where Rising triumphed 2-1, marking New Mexico's last defeat. The stakes were high due to the competition format, where a tie would lead to penalties. The game was physical from the start, with Rising initially struggling but managing to equalize after New Mexico took the lead. Despite Rising briefly leading 2-1, New Mexico fought back to equalize and then regain the lead at 3-2. Rising, however, showed resilience, tying the game again at 3-3. As the match progressed to penalties, Rising's goalkeeper made crucial saves, paving the way for a tense shootout victory for Rising, despite mixed feelings about their performance. New Mexico United continues to exhibit strong potential in the league.
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