Locomotive FC Dominates New Mexico United in 4-0 Road Victory

El Paso club advances to 3rd round of U.S. Open Cup with dominant performance

Apr. 2, 2026 at 4:55am

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El Paso Locomotive FC delivered a dominant 4-0 road victory over New Mexico United in the first edition of the 2026 Derby del Camino Real, while also advancing to the Third Round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Locomotive broke through in the 37th minute and added three more goals in the second half to secure the convincing win.

Why it matters

This victory gives Locomotive FC an early advantage in the 2026 Derby del Camino Real series against their regional rivals, New Mexico United. It also marks the second consecutive season that Locomotive has eliminated New Mexico United from the U.S. Open Cup, showcasing the club's growing strength in cup competitions.

The details

Locomotive's goals came from Álvaro Quezada, Alex Méndez, Rubio Rubín, and Eric Calvillo. The match turned in Locomotive's favor when New Mexico United was reduced to 10 men in the 59th minute after Ousman Jabang received his second yellow card. Locomotive capitalized on the man advantage, doubling their lead shortly after and adding two more goals to seal the 4-0 victory.

  • Álvaro Quezada scored in the 37th minute to give Locomotive a 1-0 lead at halftime.
  • Alex Méndez scored in the 63rd minute to make it 2-0 Locomotive.
  • Rubio Rubín added a third goal in the 69th minute.
  • Eric Calvillo capped the night with a goal in the 86th minute for the 4-0 final.

The players

Álvaro Quezada

Locomotive FC forward who scored the opening goal in the 37th minute.

Alex Méndez

Locomotive FC midfielder who scored the team's second goal on a free kick in the 63rd minute.

Rubio Rubín

Locomotive FC forward who scored the team's third goal in the 69th minute, continuing his strong form.

Eric Calvillo

Locomotive FC midfielder who scored the team's fourth and final goal in the 86th minute.

Ousman Jabang

New Mexico United player who was sent off in the 59th minute after receiving his second yellow card, turning the match in Locomotive's favor.

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What they’re saying

“We must have been at our best tonight to get this result on the road against a tough New Mexico United team. The guys really stepped up and showed our quality.”

— Mark Lowry, Head Coach, Locomotive FC

What’s next

Locomotive FC will return home on Saturday, April 4 to face Las Vegas Lights FC, while the rivalry with New Mexico United will continue on May 6 in Albuquerque and July 11 in El Paso as part of the USL Cup.

The takeaway

Locomotive FC's dominant road victory over their regional rivals not only gives them an early advantage in the 2026 Derby del Camino Real, but also showcases the team's growing strength in cup competitions as they advance to the Third Round of the U.S. Open Cup for the second consecutive season.