El Paso Locomotive FC delivered a commanding performance, defeating rivals New Mexico United 3-0 at home in the USL Championship. The Western Conference derby, played on May 4th, 2025, was controlled by El Paso from start to finish. They scored an early goal to settle nerves and added a second before halftime to take a firm grip on the match. A third goal in the second half sealed a comprehensive victory and a valuable clean sheet. This result is a significant statement in the rivalry and provides a major boost to El Paso's playoff aspirations. For New Mexico United, the heavy defeat on the road is a setback, and they will need to analyze their defensive organization ahead of their next fixture.