February 20, 2023 – United Soccer League Championship (USL) – New Mexico United News Release
Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico United is thrilled to announce that they will play host to legendary English club Sunderland AFC in an international friendly on July 19th. The Black Cats are one of England’s most-decorated clubs, having won the top flight title six times, and the FA Cup twice.
The Black & Yellow and The Red & White will face off at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park on July 19th, with kick-off set for 7:00 PM.
“Bringing an historic club like Sunderland AFC to New Mexico is a dream come true,” said New Mexico United Owner/CEO Peter Trevisani. “Sunderland embodies what it means to be a successful club for generations. As we strive to be a club for the next 100 years, we can learn so much from their drive, passion, professionalism, and staying power. We can’t wait to meet the Black Cats on the pitch, and show them what New Mexico is made of.”
This match will be the second international friendly in United’s five-year history. In 2019, New Mexico welcomed Cardiff City F.C. to the Land of Enchantment. That match – played at the UNM Soccer Complex – ended in a 1-1 draw, in front of thousands of fans, with Ken Akamatsu scoring the equalizer for United.
Tickets for this match will go on sale to the general public on March 17th, with season ticket holders able to make their purchases starting NOW, using the “offers” section of their SeatGeek App.
New Mexico United would also like to thank First Wave Sports International and PSC Ltd for their support in organizing another international exhibition for the club.
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