SAFC hopes to continue recent success against New Mexico in push for postseason
Still pushing to secure a playoff berth, San Antonio FC will try to halt a long scoring drought when they host New Mexico United Saturday at Toyota Field.
San Antonio FC's forward Santiago Patino demonstrated control during a recent match against El Paso Locomotive FC, which ended in a 3-0 shutout for El Paso. The USL Championship Western Conference team is still pursuing a playoff berth and will host New Mexico United on Saturday at Toyota Field. New Mexico, currently in second place with 49 points, has already secured a playoff spot and is looking to maintain their lead.
San Antonio, currently eighth in the conference, aims to end a four-game scoreless streak and secure at least six points in their next two games to improve their playoff position. Goalkeeper Joey Batrouni has been instrumental in SAFC's defensive efforts, earning Team of the Week honors for his performance in Oakland. Defender Mitchell Taintor emphasized the importance of unity and focus among the team in their final two regular season games.
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