The New Mexico men’s soccer team is only one win away from hoisting its first Conference USA Championship trophy.
But the next 90-plus minutes won’t be easy. On Sunday, the Lobos will have to take on the FIU Panthers, last year’s winners who are looking to post back-to-back titles.
The Panthers (10-5-2, 5-2-1 C-USA) took a 2-0 win over Old Dominion (6-9-2, 2-5-1) in Friday’s semifinals. Both goals were netted in the second half by junior defender Paul Marie.
New Mexico made it to the finals after a 2-1 upset over the No. 5 Charlotte 49ers, the No.