El Paso Locomotive Will Host FC Tulsa on Wednesday
El Paso looks to extend its eight-game winning streak during the September 25 home matchup at Southwest University Park.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Soccer
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El Paso Locomotive FC will take on FC Tulsa at home on September 25, 2026, aiming to maintain their momentum after a record-setting string of victories. The team currently holds 46 points in the USL Championship Western Conference standings.
Why it matters
The club needs just one more win to officially clinch a playoff spot and two more victories to secure a top-four seed in the Western Conference. Securing the top seed would guarantee home-field advantage for the team throughout the playoffs.
El Paso Locomotive FC has achieved a club record of eight consecutive victories. The team holds 46 points in the Western Conference standings with only five regular-season matches remaining.
The players
El Paso Locomotive FC
A professional soccer team based in El Paso that competes in the USL Championship.
FC Tulsa
A professional soccer club playing in the USL Championship that has defeated El Paso twice this season.
Gabi Torres
A player for El Paso Locomotive FC who received a red card in an early-season match against FC Tulsa.
Robert Coronado
A representative or team figure who provided insight into the squad's current momentum before the upcoming game.
The details
After dropping two previous matches against FC Tulsa this year, including a 4-1 loss on April 29 and a 1-0 defeat on July 18, the team is focusing on consistent aggression to change the outcome. During the April 29 meeting, the club also dealt with an early disadvantage after Gabi Torres received a red card in the 11th minute.
Timeline
April 29: El Paso Locomotive FC lost 4-1 to FC Tulsa.
July 18: FC Tulsa defeated El Paso Locomotive FC 1-0.
September 24: Robert Coronado discussed team momentum in an interview.
September 25: El Paso Locomotive FC hosts FC Tulsa at Southwest University Park.
Season Trajectory
This upcoming match is pivotal for the team's playoff aspirations as they aim to lock in their position in the Western Conference rankings. Success here positions the club to avoid early-round road games and sets the stage for a potential championship run.
With five matches left in the season, a single win will trigger the team's automatic qualification for the postseason bracket. Securing a victory also keeps the club's path to the number one seed alive, which would keep playoff matches in the city throughout the tournament.
The takeaway
Maintaining the current streak of eight victories provides the team with significant psychological momentum heading into the playoffs. Consistent performance and roster stability remain the primary drivers for the club as they navigate the final month of the regular season.
Further reading
For more information on local team standings, visit the Soccer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTSM 9 News.
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