Detroit City FC battles El Paso Locomotive in Texas playoff push

Detroit City FC is set to face El Paso Locomotive FC in a crucial playoff match on Saturday night at Southwest University Park, with kickoff scheduled for 9 p.m. The game will be broadcast locally on Detroit50 (WKBD-TV) and can be streamed for free by Michigan supporters at CBSDetroit.com. Detroit City comes into this match after a 1-1 draw against Hartford Athletic, which helped them maintain their position in the playoff race, currently sitting fourth in the Eastern Conference. In their last match, Detroit City equalized quickly after conceding a goal, showcasing their resilience. The draw allowed them to stay ahead of Rhode Island FC, Indy Eleven, and Birmingham Legion FC in the standings. Meanwhile, El Paso Locomotive, currently at the bottom of the Western Conference, is experiencing their best form since early June, having drawn their last match against Monterey Bay FC. El Paso will be without center-back Noah Dollenmayer, who received a red card in their last game, adding to the challenges they face. Despite their position in the standings, both teams have claimed eight points in their last five matches, indicating a competitive atmosphere. Detroit City has performed well on the road recently, with two wins and a draw in their last three away games. Last season, Detroit City secured a 3-1 victory over El Paso in their previous encounter, which may provide them with confidence heading into this match. Following this game, Detroit City will return home to face New Mexico United on September 14, continuing their playoff push.