Whatever you call a Phoenix Rising against New Mexico United clash, just don’t call it a rivalry. That’s what Rising’s fans will tell you. It’s a statement of contempt, based on the fact that until May of last year, New Mexico had yet to win a game in open play in any of the seven meetings between the sides. Mere…
MEXICO CITY — Patrick Rakovsky had been trying to make the move to Phoenix Rising for quite some time. “We probably asked Phoenix almost every transfer window if they would be interested,” Rakovsky said. “They always said no, because they had Andre Rawls. They had Ben Lundt.” That Phoenix Rising was a first choice for Rakovsky for so long might…
MEXICO CITY — Emil Cuello stepped onto the field with his side losing 1-0. They’d go on to lose by three. Still, that appearance in the U.S. Open Cup final was one of the highlights of his career. “That was a really cool experience playing in that final, being a part of that team,” Cuello said. “The way that team…
MEXICO CITY – When Danny Trejo was young, he scored so often his rivals didn’t believe his age. Now, as he seeks an MLS return, he’ll need to tap into that form
MEXICO CITY – Phoenix Rising played out a draw against back-to-back Liga de Expansión Apertura tournament champions Atlante in a 70 minute friendly.
Juan Guerra's midseason arrival as Phoenix Rising coach brought a series of changes to the side's tactical approach.
As head coach Rick Schantz departs Phoenix Rising, we look back at the steps that brought the club to this position.
For Phoenix Rising, creating quality chances has been a struggle at times this season. In fact, the teams xG per shot is last in the league.
A struggling Phoenix Rising side will face Eastern Conference powerhouse Louisville City in USL's Summer Showcase.
In what’s becoming something of a new tradition, the United Soccer League (USL) has timed its mid-year meetings around a flagship match. Or at least, it should have been on paper at the start of the season. Louisville City are the epitome of success in USL, reaching the conference final at every time of asking. Phoenix Rising are a perennial…...