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United U-23 Adds Former United Academy, MLS Academy Player Denilson Velasquez

June 30, 2022 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
New Mexico United News Release


Cibola High School grad brings the number of announced players on inaugural United U-23 roster to thirty.

New Mexico United and New Mexico 811 are thrilled to announce the addition of Denilson Velasquez to the U-23 roster. Velasquez, a former Cibola High School, United Academy, and Columbus Crew Academy player, joins the inaugural roster to bring the number of announced players to thirty.

"Denilson is a dynamic player and an excellent creator," said United' U-23 Head Coach Luke Sanford. "His passing range, and soccer intelligence are something that will make our team better from the moment he steps on the pitch. We're excited to welcome him back home."

Velasquez formerly played for New Mexico United Academy in their inaugural 2021 season, before joining the Columbus Crew Academy, playing in MLS Next. He is returning to his native Albuquerque after seeing the introduction of the U-23 team this season.

United U-23 compete in the USL League Two Mountain Division in the 2022 season. Their next match is tonight at Angelo DiPaolo Stadium in Gallup. Kick-off is set for 7:00 PM. Following that, United U-23 will travel to Farmington for a match at Farmington Soccer Complex on Saturday at 7:00 PM. Tickets to each match are just $12 and include a handheld flag. To get your tickets, visit newmexicoutd.com/u23.

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