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New Mexico United's Kris Shakes and Kipp Keller make the USL All-League First Team

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Two of New Mexico United's backline standouts got league-wide credit Tuesday. The USL Championship named goalkeeper Kris Shakes and defender Kipp Keller to its All-League First Team. The honors land as United prepares for the Western Conference Final against Sacramento Republic FC.

Shakes has 124 saves and 11 clean sheets this season

124
saves for Kris Shakes
11
clean sheets
79.5%
save percentage

Sources: 96.3 KKOB, New Mexico United

Keller, the center back, has four goals to go with his defensive numbers. United reached the final with a 4-0 win over Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC and is chasing the first major trophy in franchise history. KRQE reports gates open at 3:30 p.m., and the club says tickets are going at a historic rate. We suggest not waiting on yours.

Keller has 174 clearances and four goals

Sources: 96.3 KKOB, New Mexico United

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Value
Clearances174
Blocks42
Interceptions20
Goals4
  • Kickoff: Sun., Nov. 15, at 5 p.m.
  • Where:
  • Watch: ESPN+ and New Mexico 50
  • Tickets: Seatgeek.com

Sources: 96.3 KKOB, New Mexico United, KRQE NEWS 13

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