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Comforts of Home Including Huge Crowd Suit United in 3-1 Victory

July 31, 2019 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
New Mexico United News Release


(ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico) There's no place like home. After nearly two months away from Albuquerque, New Mexico United returned to Isotopes Park with a vengeance, handing rivals El Paso Locomotive FC at 3:1 loss, in front of 13,521 of the Black & Yellow faithful.

Just past the half way mark of the first half, United's Ken Akamatsu drew a penalty, and Kevaughn Frater sent Locomotive FC Goalkeeper, Jermaine Fordah flying out of position. Frater tucked his attempt into the center of the net for the 1:0 first half lead.

In the 71st minute, Fordah bobbled a ball, and United's Chris Wehan seized on the opportunity to put his side up 2. Less than five minutes later, Frater put on a footwork clinic and opened up a beautiful crossing opportunity. His ball floated perfectly for Wehan, who headed home his second of the night.

El Paso were able to put 4 shots on goal, but none of them truly tested United Goalkeeper Cody Mizell, who earned his 3rd clean sheet of the season.

Up Next: United are back in The Lab Saturday, for a rematch with fellow expansion side, Austin Bold FC.

Scoring Summary:

NM: Frater, 38'(P), Wehan, 71', 75"

ELP:

Misconduct Summary:

NM: Madden, Yellow 86'

ELP: Herrera, Yellow 41'; Ryan, Yellow 49', Beckie, Yellow 56'

Stats:

NM: Shots: 12 Shots on Goal: 4 Saves: 4 Fouls: 17 Corner Kicks: 8 Offside:1

ELP: Shots: 11 Shots on Goal: 4 Saves: 1 Fouls: 10 Corner Kicks: 1 Offside:4

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