Match Recaps

CHANDLER, Arizona (October 23, 2021) –Republic FC would settle for a draw in the final road match of the 2021 season, playing to a 1-1 result against Phoenix Rising FC on Saturday.

An 84th minute own goal undid an excellent effort for Mark Briggs Men, who secured a point behind seven saves from Carlos Saldaña and Luis Felipe’s fifth score of the season.

CHANDLER, Arizona (October 23, 2021) –Republic FC would settle for a draw in the final road match of the 2021 season, playing to a 1-1 result against Phoenix Rising FC on Saturday.

An 84th minute own goal undid an excellent effort for Mark Briggs Men, who secured a point behind seven saves from Carlos Saldaña and Luis Felipe’s fifth score of the season.

Republic FC would manufacture well early, but was unable to break through on a pair of excellent chances. Sacramento nearly pulled ahead just before the 15 minute mark, when Shannon Gomez found Cam Iwasa at the top of the six yard box. The forward was just a step behind Gomez’s pass, however, and his attempt would go just wide of the target. Gomez would serve in another excellent cross just seven minutes later, but Sacramento was unable to get a foot on it, allowing Phoenix to clear out the threat.

The missed opportunity would be forgotten just moments later, when Republic FC struck first to take their first lead over Phoenix in four 2021 contests. After Emil Cuello found Luis Felipe in space, the midfielder unleashed a great look from distance that deflected off the foot of Phoenix defender Manuel Madrid and into the goal to give Sacramento a 1-0 lead. The score was Felipe’s fifth of 2021, tying his career high for scores in a season set in 2017 with Reno 1868 FC.

Republic FC would manufacture well early, but was unable to break through on a pair of excellent chances. Sacramento nearly pulled ahead just before the 15 minute mark, when Shannon Gomez found Cam Iwasa at the top of the six yard box. The forward was just a step behind Gomez’s pass, however, and his attempt would go just wide of the target. Gomez would serve in another excellent cross just seven minutes later, but Sacramento was unable to get a foot on it, allowing Phoenix to clear out the threat.

The missed opportunity would be forgotten just moments later, when Republic FC struck first to take their first lead over Phoenix in four 2021 contests. After Emil Cuello found Luis Felipe in space, the midfielder unleashed a great look from distance that deflected off the foot of Phoenix defender Manuel Madrid and into the goal to give Sacramento a 1-0 lead. The score was Felipe’s fifth of 2021, tying his career high for scores in a season set in 2017 with Reno 1868 FC.

Great defensive work kept Sacramento’s lead intact as the second half begun. A dangerous ball from Phoenix forward Solomon Asante gave the hosts an excellent opportunity to pull even, but a great tackle from Hayden Sargisinside the six yard box neutralized the attempt.Alongisde Nabi Kibunguchy and Shannon Gomez, Sargis was excellent for Sacramento, helping keep the league’s highest-scoring offense to just five shots until the 70 minute mark.

Late heroics in the goal from Carlos Saldaña as time continued to tick kept Sacramento’s lead intact. After a foul from Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu in the 75th minute gave the hosts a set piece opportunity just outside the penalty area, the Vallejo native’s leapt to push a shot from Kevon Lambert over the crossbar. Saldaña stopped a pair of dangerous chances from Santi Moar and Tate Schmitt moments later, punching away good looks from point blank range.

Great defensive work kept Sacramento’s lead intact as the second half begun. A dangerous ball from Phoenix forward Solomon Asante gave the hosts an excellent opportunity to pull even, but a great tackle from Hayden Sargisinside the six yard box neutralized the attempt.Alongisde Nabi Kibunguchy and Shannon Gomez, Sargis was excellent for Sacramento, helping keep the league’s highest-scoring offense to just five shots until the 70 minute mark.

Late heroics in the goal from Carlos Saldaña as time continued to tick kept Sacramento’s lead intact. After a foul from Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu in the 75th minute gave the hosts a set piece opportunity just outside the penalty area, the Vallejo native’s leapt to push a shot from Kevon Lambert over the crossbar. Saldaña stopped a pair of dangerous chances from Santi Moar and Tate Schmitt moments later, punching away good looks from point blank range.

Phoenix would equalize shortly afterward, finding net on an own goal after a foul gifted the hosts another set piece in the attacking third. Kevon Lambert’s poke would deflect into the net and knot things up at one with just five minutes remaining.

After closing out their 2021 road slate, Republic FC will return to home to face off with San Diego Loyal SC on Saturday, October 30. Kickoff on Fan Appreciation Night at Heart Health Park is set for 7:30 p.m., and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+. Tickets can be purchased here.

Phoenix would equalize shortly afterward, finding net on an own goal after a foul gifted the hosts another set piece in the attacking third. Kevon Lambert’s poke would deflect into the net and knot things up at one with just five minutes remaining.

After closing out their 2021 road slate, Republic FC will return to home to face off with San Diego Loyal SC on Saturday, October 30. Kickoff on Fan Appreciation Night at Heart Health Park is set for 7:30 p.m., and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+. Tickets can be purchased here.

Sacramento Republic FC 1 –1 Phoenix Rising FC

USL Championship

Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex, Chandler, Arizona

October 23, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 1 –1 Phoenix Rising FC

USL Championship

Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex, Chandler, Arizona

October 23, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC–Luis Felipe (Emil Cuello) 23’PHX– Nabi Kibunguchy (Own Goal) 84’

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Jordan McCrary (caution) 32’ Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu (caution) Nabi Kibunguchy (caution) 82’ 74’ PHX – Santi Moar (caution) 60’Aodhan Quinn (caution) 83’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez, Hayden Sargis, Nabi Kibunguchy, Duke Lacroix (C) (Patrick Weah 89’), Emil Cuello, Luis Felipe, Jordan McCrary, Jaime Villarreal (Maalique Foster 88’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Cam Iwasa

Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Kharlton Belmar, JuJu Chavez, Pete Pennanen, Mario Penagos

Stats – Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 2,Saves: 7, Fouls: 20, Corner Kicks: 6,Offsides: 1

Phoenix Rising FC: Andrew Rawls, Solomon Asante (C), Tate Schmitt, Manuel Madrid, James Musa, Kevon Lambert, Aodhan Quinn, David Loera (Arturo Rodriguez 65’), Darren Mattocks (Jon Bakero 45’), Joey Calistri, Santi Moar

Unused substitutes: David Egbo, Joseph Farrell, Prince Saydee, Edward Delgado, Luis Seijas

Stats – Shots: 14, Shots on Goal: 6,Saves: 1, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 4,Offsides: 3

Scoring Summary: SAC–Luis Felipe (Emil Cuello) 23’PHX– Nabi Kibunguchy (Own Goal) 84’

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Jordan McCrary (caution) 32’ Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu (caution) Nabi Kibunguchy (caution) 82’ 74’ PHX – Santi Moar (caution) 60’Aodhan Quinn (caution) 83’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez, Hayden Sargis, Nabi Kibunguchy, Duke Lacroix (C) (Patrick Weah 89’), Emil Cuello, Luis Felipe, Jordan McCrary, Jaime Villarreal (Maalique Foster 88’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Cam Iwasa

Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Kharlton Belmar, JuJu Chavez, Pete Pennanen, Mario Penagos

Stats – Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 2,Saves: 7, Fouls: 20, Corner Kicks: 6,Offsides: 1

Phoenix Rising FC: Andrew Rawls, Solomon Asante (C), Tate Schmitt, Manuel Madrid, James Musa, Kevon Lambert, Aodhan Quinn, David Loera (Arturo Rodriguez 65’), Darren Mattocks (Jon Bakero 45’), Joey Calistri, Santi Moar

Unused substitutes: David Egbo, Joseph Farrell, Prince Saydee, Edward Delgado, Luis Seijas

Stats – Shots: 14, Shots on Goal: 6,Saves: 1, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 4,Offsides: 3

SACRAMENTO, California (October 17, 2021) – Republic FC played to a 0-0 draw with Tacoma Defiance on Sunday, the final meeting of the season between divisional foes. Sacramento did well to threaten on the afternoon, but was unable to find the net despite keeping the visitors on their heels for most of the second half.

SACRAMENTO, California (October 17, 2021) – Republic FC played to a 0-0 draw with Tacoma Defiance on Sunday, the final meeting of the season between divisional foes. Sacramento did well to threaten on the afternoon, but was unable to find the net despite keeping the visitors on their heels for most of the second half.

Good defensive work from Tacoma would keep Sacramento relatively quiet in the first half, but Republic FC was meticulous up top, keeping 55% possession and posting five shots. Good pressure from Maalique Foster in the 15th minute put Tacoma on their heels, but Foster’s would be flagged for a foul after colliding with goalkeeper Christian Herrera.

A big defensive stop from Duke Lacroix would keep things scoreless shortly after a long injury stoppage for Tacoma’s Randy Mendoza in the 36th minute. The defender’s leaping attempt blocked Tacoma’s only shot attempt in the first half, from midfielder Juan Alvarez. Republic FC countered with numbers directly afterward, but after fielding a cross from Cam Iwasa, Darek Formella’s attempt went wide to the left.

Good defensive work from Tacoma would keep Sacramento relatively quiet in the first half, but Republic FC was meticulous up top, keeping 55% possession and posting five shots. Good pressure from Maalique Foster in the 15th minute put Tacoma on their heels, but Foster’s would be flagged for a foul after colliding with goalkeeper Christian Herrera.

A big defensive stop from Duke Lacroix would keep things scoreless shortly after a long injury stoppage for Tacoma’s Randy Mendoza in the 36th minute. The defender’s leaping attempt blocked Tacoma’s only shot attempt in the first half, from midfielder Juan Alvarez. Republic FC countered with numbers directly afterward, but after fielding a cross from Cam Iwasa, Darek Formella’s attempt went wide to the left.

Moments later, Emil Cuello nearly put Sacramento up 1-0 heading into the locker room at half, but his rocket from outside the 18 would go just high. Cuello finished the contest with a team high 5 shots while also completing 89% of his pass attempts and creating one scoring chance

“I thought the performance, moving of the ball, playing in between lines, getting into the final third was all what it needed to be,” said Coach Mark Briggs. “But that final piece was missing.”

Tacoma came close to breaking the stalemate just after the break. A great look for Defiance from Ray Serrano challenged Republic FC goalkeeper Carlos Saldaña, but his shot would go just high of the crossbar.

Sacramento continued to knock on the door in the second half. Darek Formella carried in to the penalty box before his shot deflected out of bounds for a corner in the 67th minute, and Kharlton Belmar nearly opened the scoring a minute later after beating two defenders, but his attempt would go just wide.

Moments later, Emil Cuello nearly put Sacramento up 1-0 heading into the locker room at half, but his rocket from outside the 18 would go just high. Cuello finished the contest with a team high 5 shots while also completing 89% of his pass attempts and creating one scoring chance

“I thought the performance, moving of the ball, playing in between lines, getting into the final third was all what it needed to be,” said Coach Mark Briggs. “But that final piece was missing.”

Tacoma came close to breaking the stalemate just after the break. A great look for Defiance from Ray Serrano challenged Republic FC goalkeeper Carlos Saldaña, but his shot would go just high of the crossbar.

Sacramento continued to knock on the door in the second half. Darek Formella carried in to the penalty box before his shot deflected out of bounds for a corner in the 67th minute, and Kharlton Belmar nearly opened the scoring a minute later after beating two defenders, but his attempt would go just wide.

As time ticked down, Republic FC continued to knock on the door but was unable to break through. A great chance from Jaime Villarreal- who made his 100th career appearance with Sacramento in the contest, tying him for third all-time- in the 72nd minute was undone by good defending form Tacoma, and a Cam Iwasa header in the 86th was be swallowed up by Tacoma’s goalkeeper to keep things tied.

Republic FC will hit the road next week for their final road match of the 2021 season, a meeting with division leader Phoenix Rising FC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. from Chandler, AZ and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

As time ticked down, Republic FC continued to knock on the door but was unable to break through. A great chance from Jaime Villarreal- who made his 100th career appearance with Sacramento in the contest, tying him for third all-time- in the 72nd minute was undone by good defending form Tacoma, and a Cam Iwasa header in the 86th was be swallowed up by Tacoma’s goalkeeper to keep things tied.

Republic FC will hit the road next week for their final road match of the 2021 season, a meeting with division leader Phoenix Rising FC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. from Chandler, AZ and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

Sacramento Republic FC 0 – 0 Tacoma Defiance

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

October 17, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 0 – 0 Tacoma Defiance

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

October 17, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC–None TAC– None

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Maalique Foster (caution) 15’, Iwasa (caution) 73’, Luis Felipe (caution) 89’ TAC – Randy Mendoza (caution) 43’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez (JuJu Chavez 80’), Nabi Kibunguchy, Dan Casey (Hayden Sargis 75’), Duke Lacroix (C), Jaime Villarreal (Patrick Weah 88’), Luis Felipe, Darek Formella, Emil Cuello, Maalique Foster (Kharlton Belmar 45’), Cam Iwasa

Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Pete Pennanen, Jordan McCrary

Stats – Shots: 13, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 2, Fouls: 10, Corner Kicks: 9, Offsides: 3

Tacoma Defiance: Christian Herrera, Tom Brewitt, Taylor Mueller (C), Jackson Ragen, Randy Mendoza (Alexander Villanueva 44’), Cody Baker (Joe Hafferty 78’), Carlos Anguiano, Oben Vargas (Reed Baker-Whiting 78’), Alec Diaz (Ray Serrano 45’), Samuel Adeniran (Daniel Robles 87’), Juan Alvarez (Marlon Vargas 73’)

Unused substitutes: Cole Kulhanek

Stats – Shots: 14, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 2, Fouls: 8, Corner Kicks: 4, Offsides: 2

Scoring Summary: SAC–None TAC– None

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Maalique Foster (caution) 15’, Iwasa (caution) 73’, Luis Felipe (caution) 89’ TAC – Randy Mendoza (caution) 43’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez (JuJu Chavez 80’), Nabi Kibunguchy, Dan Casey (Hayden Sargis 75’), Duke Lacroix (C), Jaime Villarreal (Patrick Weah 88’), Luis Felipe, Darek Formella, Emil Cuello, Maalique Foster (Kharlton Belmar 45’), Cam Iwasa

Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Pete Pennanen, Jordan McCrary

Stats – Shots: 13, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 2, Fouls: 10, Corner Kicks: 9, Offsides: 3

Tacoma Defiance: Christian Herrera, Tom Brewitt, Taylor Mueller (C), Jackson Ragen, Randy Mendoza (Alexander Villanueva 44’), Cody Baker (Joe Hafferty 78’), Carlos Anguiano, Oben Vargas (Reed Baker-Whiting 78’), Alec Diaz (Ray Serrano 45’), Samuel Adeniran (Daniel Robles 87’), Juan Alvarez (Marlon Vargas 73’)

Unused substitutes: Cole Kulhanek

Stats – Shots: 14, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 2, Fouls: 8, Corner Kicks: 4, Offsides: 2

SACRAMENTO, California (October 13, 2021)–A 1-1 draw was the result in Republic FC’s return to Heart Health Park on Wednesday night. A late score from Darek Formella secured a point for Sacramento after Los Dos broke a 0-0 tie in the 57th minute. The Indomitable club manufactured chances to score all night long, finishing with a season-high 26 shots taken while holding 57% possession over their Southern California foes.

A number of opportunities put Sacramento in control early, as Mark Briggs’ men would manufacture nine chances to score before halftime. Maalique Foster nearly put Sacramento ahead in just the 4thminute, when he intercepted a weak pass to Los Dos’ goalkeeper, but his attempt went just wide of the target. Foster would put up another great look in the 12th minute, but Justin vomSteeg would get a hand on it to deflect it out.

“Over the course of the season, it’s not that we haven’t created opportunities,” said Head Coach Mark Briggs. “We’ve moved the ball, created opportunities and put ourselves in dangerous areas. But to win games, we need to be good in the defensive 18-yard box and the attacking 18-yard box, and we haven’t been good enough in either.”

Sacramento was denied by good defense on more than one occasion in the opening half. Dan Casey and Luis Felipe each had a shot blocked by Galaxy II defenders in the 14th and 15th minutes as Republic FC continued to knock on the door.

After Sacramento was denied a score on a set piece, Los Dos would break the tie in the 57th minute. Forward Preston Judd opened the scoring to give the visitors a 1-0 advantage after breaking away in transition and collecting a through pass from Joshua Drack.

Republic FC would nearly pull even minutes later, but what looked to be Cam Iwasa’s eighth score of the season was called back for offside. The forward headed in a Pete Pennanen corner kick in the 63rd, but the forward would be flagged for offside after jumping forward just a second too early.

Sacramento continued to threaten, but was unable to put an attempt on target. Pete Pennanen nearly put one inside the far post in the 67th, and Darek Formella found Maalique Foster on an excellent through ball in the 70th, but Foster was flagged for offside. 

Darek Formella would get Sacramento on the board to pull even at the death in the 88th minute. After an Emil Cuello shot from 30 yards out went off the crossbar, Iwasa fielded the rebound and found the feet of Formella, who put it in to pull Republic FC even late. The score was his seventh of the season, tying him with Cam Iwasa for the team lead in goals.

Republic FC will resume action this Sunday against Tacoma Defiance. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. from Heart Health Park, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

Sacramento Republic FC 1 – 1 LA Galaxy II

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

October 13, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Cam Iwasa) 87’ LA– Preston Judd (Joshua Drack) 57’
Misconduct Summary: SAC –Dan Casey (caution) 66’, Luis Felipe (caution) 90’LA – Joshua Drack (caution) 25’, Carlos Harvey (caution) 55’
Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Jordan McCrary, Hayden Sargis, Dan Casey, Duke Lacroix, Pete Pennanen (C) (Jaime Villarreal 82’), Luis Felipe, Darek Formella, Kharlton Belmar (Emil Cuello 66’),Maalique Foster (Jerome Kiesewetter 82’), Cam Iwasa
Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Shannon Gomez, Mario Penagos, Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu
Stats – Shots: 26, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 6, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 8, Offsides: 4

LA Galaxy II: Justin vomSteeg, Cameron Dunbar (Remi Cabral 65’), Carlos Harvey (Ascel Essengue 90’), Josh Drack, Preston Judd, Taylor Davila (Marcus Ferkranus 74’), Jesus Vazquez, Jorge Hernandez, Daniel Aguirre, Jalen Neal, Owen Lambe
Unused substitutes: Eric Lopez, Gerson Chavez, Juan Calderon, Victor Valdez
Stats – Shots: 13, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 4, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 5, Offsides: 2

SAN DIEGO, California (October 9, 2021) – Sacramento fell to San Diego Loyal SC by a score of 2-1 on Saturday evening. A score from Darek Formella to put Sacramento ahead in the 30th minute wouldn’t be enough, as Landon Donovan’s squad netted two just after the start of the second half to take control of the match.

Sacramento was excellent defensively in the first half, limiting space for San Diego attackers in the middle of the field and keeping opportunities to a minimum as a result. Loyal SC would tally just three scoring chances in the first half, all of them coming from Tumi Moshobane.

After fielding a clearance from Shannon Gomez, Darek Formella carried from midfield through two San Diego defenders before punching one through to open the scoring just before the half hour mark. The score tied him for fourth all-time in club scoring, and was his second goal in as many matches after netting an equalizer in Wednesday’s meeting with Oakland Roots

Republic FC nearly doubled their advantage moments after the start of the second half, when Jerome Kiesewetter drew a foul in the attacking third. Dan Casey got his head on a Darek Formella free kick inside the penalty area, but the defender’s attempt would go just wide of the target. San Diego knotted things up at one apiece moments later, when Alejandro Guido struck one past Carlos Saldaña following a free kick for the hosts in the 54th minute.

Corey Hertzog nearly put Loyal SC ahead just seconds later, but his chip shot from the top of the 18 would go off the post. The hosts would pull ahead in the 58th, when Douglas Martinez would find the goal off a pass from Alejandro Guido in space.

 “To go up ahead 1-0 was good,” said Head Coach Mark Briggs. “But I think we lost our heads for five minutes, which was the difference between getting something from the game and not. We just had a crazy period where we lost our composure a little bit.”

The Indomitable Club continued to threaten, but was unable to equalize as time continued to wind down. Cam Iwasa nearly put two attempts in after entering late, but neither would find the net as San Diego’s defense would neutralize both efforts. A Jordan McCrary shot from the top of the 18 would be blocked shortly afterward, allowing the hosts to keep their lead intact.

Making his first start since August 11, Pete Pennanen performed well for Sacramento. The midfielder led Republic FC with 84% passing for the match while also finishing with three intercepted passes.

Republic FC will return to action this coming Wednesday, October 13, when they take on LA Galaxy II on Noche Latina II at Heart Health Park. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

 

Sacramento Republic FC 1 – 2 San Diego Loyal SC

USL Championship

Torero Stadium, San Diego, California

October 9, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 1 – 2 San Diego Loyal SC

USL Championship

Torero Stadium, San Diego, California

October 9, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Shannon Gomez) 30’ SD–  Alejandro Guido 54’, Douglas Martinez (Alejandro Guido) 57’

Misconduct Summary: SAC – Pete Pennanen (caution) 40’, Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu (caution) 45’SD – Collin Martin (caution) 45’, Callum Montgomery (caution) 48’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez (Emil Cuello 76’), Duke Lacroix, Dan Casey, Hayden Sargis, Pete Pennanen (C), Mario Penagos (Cam Iwasa 61’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Darek Formella, Kharlton Belmar (Jordan McCrary 61’), Jerome Kiesewetter (Maalique Foster 61’)

Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Amjot Narang, Julian “JuJu” Chavez

Stats – Shots: 6, Shots on Goal: 1, Saves: 4, Fouls: 19, Corner Kicks: 1, Offsides: 2

San Diego Loyal SC: Austin Guerrero, Josh Yaro, Callum Montgomery (Douglas Martinez 53’, Morgan Hackworth 83’), Grant Stoneman (C), Elijah Martin, Blake Bodily, Miguel Ibarra (Gianfranco Facchineri 90’), Alejandro Guido (Charlie Adams 83’), Collin Martin, Tumi Moshobane (Ben Spencer 83’), Corey Hertzog

Unused substitutes: Chase Boone, Dylan Castanheira

Stats – Shots: 17, Shots on Goal: 6, Saves: 0, Fouls: 10, Corner Kicks: 8, Offsides: 2

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Shannon Gomez) 30’ SD–  Alejandro Guido 54’, Douglas Martinez (Alejandro Guido) 57’

Misconduct Summary: SAC – Pete Pennanen (caution) 40’, Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu (caution) 45’SD – Collin Martin (caution) 45’, Callum Montgomery (caution) 48’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez (Emil Cuello 76’), Duke Lacroix, Dan Casey, Hayden Sargis, Pete Pennanen (C), Mario Penagos (Cam Iwasa 61’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Darek Formella, Kharlton Belmar (Jordan McCrary 61’), Jerome Kiesewetter (Maalique Foster 61’)

Unused substitutes: Rafa Diaz, Amjot Narang, Julian “JuJu” Chavez

Stats – Shots: 6, Shots on Goal: 1, Saves: 4, Fouls: 19, Corner Kicks: 1, Offsides: 2

San Diego Loyal SC: Austin Guerrero, Josh Yaro, Callum Montgomery (Douglas Martinez 53’, Morgan Hackworth 83’), Grant Stoneman (C), Elijah Martin, Blake Bodily, Miguel Ibarra (Gianfranco Facchineri 90’), Alejandro Guido (Charlie Adams 83’), Collin Martin, Tumi Moshobane (Ben Spencer 83’), Corey Hertzog

Unused substitutes: Chase Boone, Dylan Castanheira

Stats – Shots: 17, Shots on Goal: 6, Saves: 0, Fouls: 10, Corner Kicks: 8, Offsides: 2

OAKLAND, California (October 6, 2021) – The Boys in Old Glory Red fell 2-1 on Wednesday in their final matchup of the season with Oakland Roots SC. After Republic FC controlled the opening half, a 64th minute goal off the head of Oakland defender Emrah Klimenta broke the tie to secure a win for the hosts.

OAKLAND, California (October 6, 2021) – The Boys in Old Glory Red fell 2-1 on Wednesday in their final matchup of the season with Oakland Roots SC. After Republic FC controlled the opening half, a 64th minute goal off the head of Oakland defender Emrah Klimenta broke the tie to secure a win for the hosts.

Oakland would open the scoring in the 10th minute. A clearance from Wal Fall out of the back found Quincy Amarikwa in the attacking third, and the striker found the goal the first score of the night. It was also first score in the fixture since the two clubs first meeting in June of this year–  a drought spanning 212 minutes on the field.

The 10th minute score from Roots SC was all they would manufacture in the first half. Sacramento’s defensive unit was excellent, keeping their Bay Area foes without a shot or chance created until stoppage time. Mark Briggs’ men outshot their opponents 7-1 through 45 minutes.

On the opposite end, Jaime Villarreal would find Darek Formella in the 31st minute to pull Sacramento even. After taking a negative pass from Cameron Iwasa, the midfielder threaded the ball through the middle to Formella who put it in for his fifth score of the season.

Oakland would open the scoring in the 10th minute. A clearance from Wal Fall out of the back found Quincy Amarikwa in the attacking third, and the striker found the goal the first score of the night. It was also first score in the fixture since the two clubs first meeting in June of this year–  a drought spanning 212 minutes on the field.

The 10th minute score from Roots SC was all they would manufacture in the first half. Sacramento’s defensive unit was excellent, keeping their Bay Area foes without a shot or chance created until stoppage time. Mark Briggs’ men outshot their opponents 7-1 through 45 minutes.

On the opposite end, Jaime Villarreal would find Darek Formella in the 31st minute to pull Sacramento even. After taking a negative pass from Cameron Iwasa, the midfielder threaded the ball through the middle to Formella who put it in for his fifth score of the season.

After a few excellent defensive stops from Dan Casey and Hayden Sargis to open the second half would stop Oakland in their tracks, the hosts would eventually pull ahead in the 64th minute. Emrah Klimenta would head one in off a cross from Matias Fissore, putting the hosts up 2-1.

While Sacramento would threaten as time continued to tick, the Indomitable Club was unable to pull even before the final whistle sounded. Mark Briggs’ men put just four of its 12 shots on target for the contest, with its best chance to pull even coming in the 82nd minute when Dan Casey put a head on a Pete Pennanen free kick in the 82nd minute.

Sacramento will be back in action this Saturday from San Diego when they head south for a matchup with Loyal SC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM from Torero Stadium, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+

After a few excellent defensive stops from Dan Casey and Hayden Sargis to open the second half would stop Oakland in their tracks, the hosts would eventually pull ahead in the 64th minute. Emrah Klimenta would head one in off a cross from Matias Fissore, putting the hosts up 2-1.

While Sacramento would threaten as time continued to tick, the Indomitable Club was unable to pull even before the final whistle sounded. Mark Briggs’ men put just four of its 12 shots on target for the contest, with its best chance to pull even coming in the 82nd minute when Dan Casey put a head on a Pete Pennanen free kick in the 82nd minute.

Sacramento will be back in action this Saturday from San Diego when they head south for a matchup with Loyal SC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM from Torero Stadium, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+

Sacramento Republic FC 1 – 2 Oakland Roots SC

USL Championship

Laney College, Oakland, California

October 6, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 1 – 2 Oakland Roots SC

USL Championship

Laney College, Oakland, California

October 6, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Jaime Villarreal) 31’ OAK–  Quincy Amarikwa (Wal Fall) 10’, Emrah Klimenta (Matias Fissore) 64'

Misconduct Summary: SAC – Darek Formella (caution) 28’, Emil Cuello (caution) 56’, Jordan McCrary (caution) 61’ OAK – Guillermo Diaz (caution) 28’, Wal Fall (caution) 49’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Hayden Sargis, Duke Lacroix (C), Dan Casey, Jordan McCrary Darek Formella, Emil Cuello (Patrick Weah 79’), Maalique Foster (Kharlton Belmar 61’), Jaime Villarreal (Pete Pennanen 79’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu (Jerome Kiesewetter 84’), Cam Iwasa

Unused substitutes: Shannon Gomez, Rafa Diaz, Nabi Kibunguchy,

Stats – Shots: 12, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 3, Fouls: 24, Corner Kicks: 1, Offsides: 1

Oakland Roots SC: Paul Blanchette, Kai Greene, Akeem Ward, Emrah Klimenta, Guillermo Diaz (Soya Takahashi 75’),Quincy Amarikwa (Tarek Morad 84’), Lindo Mfeka (Travian Sousa 90’), Jose Hernandez, Matias Fissore, Wal Fall, Johnny Rodriguez (Max Ornstil 90’)

Unused substitutes: Taylor Bailey, Ariel Mbumba, Jesus Enriquez,

Stats – Shots: 10, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 3, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 0, Offsides: 3

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Jaime Villarreal) 31’ OAK–  Quincy Amarikwa (Wal Fall) 10’, Emrah Klimenta (Matias Fissore) 64′

Misconduct Summary: SAC – Darek Formella (caution) 28’, Emil Cuello (caution) 56’, Jordan McCrary (caution) 61’ OAK – Guillermo Diaz (caution) 28’, Wal Fall (caution) 49’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Hayden Sargis, Duke Lacroix (C), Dan Casey, Jordan McCrary Darek Formella, Emil Cuello (Patrick Weah 79’), Maalique Foster (Kharlton Belmar 61’), Jaime Villarreal (Pete Pennanen 79’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu (Jerome Kiesewetter 84’), Cam Iwasa

Unused substitutes: Shannon Gomez, Rafa Diaz, Nabi Kibunguchy,

Stats – Shots: 12, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 3, Fouls: 24, Corner Kicks: 1, Offsides: 1

Oakland Roots SC: Paul Blanchette, Kai Greene, Akeem Ward, Emrah Klimenta, Guillermo Diaz (Soya Takahashi 75’),Quincy Amarikwa (Tarek Morad 84’), Lindo Mfeka (Travian Sousa 90’), Jose Hernandez, Matias Fissore, Wal Fall, Johnny Rodriguez (Max Ornstil 90’)

Unused substitutes: Taylor Bailey, Ariel Mbumba, Jesus Enriquez,

Stats – Shots: 10, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 3, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 0, Offsides: 3

Sacramento’s dramatic 1-0 win over Tacoma Defiance earned the club a crucial three points in the Pacific Division standings. After entering mid way through the second half, Darek Formella and Kharlton Belmar combined for the match’s lone score, while a lights out defensive performance from the SRFC Back line kept Tacoma scoreless for the clubs fifth clean sheet of the season and first since August 11.

Sacramento’s dramatic 1-0 win over Tacoma Defiance earned the club a crucial three points in the Pacific Division standings. After entering mid way through the second half, Darek Formella and Kharlton Belmar combined for the match’s lone score, while a lights out defensive performance from the SRFC Back line kept Tacoma scoreless for the clubs fifth clean sheet of the season and first since August 11.

Subs Continue Late Game Heroics

Subs Continue Late Game Heroics

Mid way through the first half, Mark Briggs began making adjustments to the club’s attacking corps, which had threatened all night long but just couldn’t find a way to break through. His decisions– Darek Formella for Jerome Kiesewetter, Cam Iwasa for Patrick Weah, and Kharlton Belmar for Mario Penagos– paid off in the 78th minute, when Belmar shook off a Tacoma defender and served a cross in to Formella, who netted the attempt to give Sacramento a 1-0 advantage.

The score was Formella’s first since Sacramento’s 3-1 victory over Red Bulls II to close out July, and the club’s fourth game-winning score in the final 20 minutes of a match this season. Sacramento has now come from behind to secure a win or draw in the closing minutes three times in Septemberand six times total, with substitutes finding net on four of those occasions.

Mid way through the first half, Mark Briggs began making adjustments to the club’s attacking corps, which had threatened all night long but just couldn’t find a way to break through. His decisions– Darek Formella for Jerome Kiesewetter, Cam Iwasa for Patrick Weah, and Kharlton Belmar for Mario Penagos– paid off in the 78th minute, when Belmar shook off a Tacoma defender and served a cross in to Formella, who netted the attempt to give Sacramento a 1-0 advantage.

The score was Formella’s first since Sacramento’s 3-1 victory over Red Bulls II to close out July, and the club’s fourth game-winning score in the final 20 minutes of a match this season. Sacramento has now come from behind to secure a win or draw in the closing minutes three times in Septemberand six times total, with substitutes finding net on four of those occasions.

Keep the Sheet Clean

Keep the Sheet Clean

While Sacramento would do well to keep possession for most of the evening, Tacoma would knock on the door throughout the contest in response. Republic FC’s defense stood their ground, tallying 14 clearances, blocking three shots, and intercepting 17 passes from their Washington foes. Rafa Diaz claimed his first shutout performance of the season, making three excellent saves to keep Sacramento in the game, and Nabi Kibunguchy was dominant one on one in easily his best performance of the season.

While Sacramento would do well to keep possession for most of the evening, Tacoma would knock on the door throughout the contest in response. Republic FC’s defense stood their ground, tallying 14 clearances, blocking three shots, and intercepting 17 passes from their Washington foes. Rafa Diaz claimed his first shutout performance of the season, making three excellent saves to keep Sacramento in the game, and Nabi Kibunguchy was dominant one on one in easily his best performance of the season.

Cuello Gets Comfortable

Cuello Gets Comfortable

Part of Sacramento’s midfield unit that turned transition into opportunity all night long, Emil Cuello was a threat on the ball for the entire match. The Argentine winger put three shots on frame, and created multiple chances to score for the second straight contest. His 4th minute header off a Patrick Weah cross nearly put Sacramento ahead early, and his shot off a free kick in the 64th looked to sneak past the post if not for a great save from Tacoma Goalkeeper Christian Herrera.

"The four in the middle of the field were very disciplined tonight,” said Coach Mark Briggs. “Which is what you need to do when you play against 3-5-2 or 3-4-4 formation. They all dictated very well with that discipline and were constantly in good areas from a defensive standpoint.”

Part of Sacramento’s midfield unit that turned transition into opportunity all night long, Emil Cuello was a threat on the ball for the entire match. The Argentine winger put three shots on frame, and created multiple chances to score for the second straight contest. His 4th minute header off a Patrick Weah cross nearly put Sacramento ahead early, and his shot off a free kick in the 64th looked to sneak past the post if not for a great save from Tacoma Goalkeeper Christian Herrera.

“The four in the middle of the field were very disciplined tonight,” said Coach Mark Briggs. “Which is what you need to do when you play against 3-5-2 or 3-4-4 formation. They all dictated very well with that discipline and were constantly in good areas from a defensive standpoint.”

SACRAMENTO, California (October 2, 2021) – The Boys in Old Glory Red remained unbeaten when scoring first on Saturday evening , taking three points on Breast Health Awareness Night at Heart Health Park.

SACRAMENTO, California (October 2, 2021) – The Boys in Old Glory Red remained unbeaten when scoring first on Saturday evening , taking three points on Breast Health Awareness Night at Heart Health Park.

After Republic FC took an early lead, Emil Cuello bagged his first career score for the Indomitable Club, and Luis Felipe added some insurance late to help nab Sacramento its first win at home since August 14.

Republic FC would waste no time getting on the board, pulling ahead 1-0 in just the 8th minute. After playing the ball across to Duke Lacroix in the middle, Cam Iwasa jetted into traffic and fielded a well-placed pass from the defender before punching one through for his seventh score of the season. Lacroix’s assist was his team-leading fourth of the year.

After Republic FC took an early lead, Emil Cuello bagged his first career score for the Indomitable Club, and Luis Felipe added some insurance late to help nab Sacramento its first win at home since August 14.

Republic FC would waste no time getting on the board, pulling ahead 1-0 in just the 8th minute. After playing the ball across to Duke Lacroix in the middle, Cam Iwasa jetted into traffic and fielded a well-placed pass from the defender before punching one through for his seventh score of the season. Lacroix’s assist was his team-leading fourth of the year.

The hosts kept the pressure on, and nearly doubled their advantage in the 26th minute. A great cross from Darek Formella would find the feet of Maalique Foster at close range, but his attempt would go high of the target. Foster would finish the night with three shots, with one on target, in 73 minutes.

Carlos Saldaña performed well for Republic FC, logging three saves in his first professional start and appearance with the club. The Vallejo native made his first save in the 39thminute, and added another stop in the 54th on a strong strike from Samuel Adeniran.

“I thought Carlos, all night from start to finish, was fantastic,” said Coach Mark Briggs. “He brought energy, he made big saves in big moments, and he was constantly communicating. I’m really pleased for him.”

After threatening continuously to open the second half, Republic FC would double their advantage in the 66th minute, when Emil Cuello would net his first score with the club. Cuello ended the night with two chances created, as well as his first-ever assist with Sacramento.

The hosts kept the pressure on, and nearly doubled their advantage in the 26th minute. A great cross from Darek Formella would find the feet of Maalique Foster at close range, but his attempt would go high of the target. Foster would finish the night with three shots, with one on target, in 73 minutes.

Carlos Saldaña performed well for Republic FC, logging three saves in his first professional start and appearance with the club. The Vallejo native made his first save in the 39thminute, and added another stop in the 54th on a strong strike from Samuel Adeniran.

“I thought Carlos, all night from start to finish, was fantastic,” said Coach Mark Briggs. “He brought energy, he made big saves in big moments, and he was constantly communicating. I’m really pleased for him.”

After threatening continuously to open the second half, Republic FC would double their advantage in the 66th minute, when Emil Cuello would net his first score with the club. Cuello ended the night with two chances created, as well as his first-ever assist with Sacramento.

An Alex Villanueva goal in the 72nd minute would briefly cut Republic FC’s lead in half, scoring on a free kick from just outside the penalty box. However, Sacramento would answer back quickly, netting their third of the night when Luis Felipe rocketed one past Christian Herrera five minutes later. The goal was Felipe’s tenth career score in USL league play, and his first since Sacramento’s 3-1 win over Las Vegas on September 5.

Republic FC will return to the pitch on Wednesday, when they take to the Bay Area for a matchup with Oakland Roots SC. Kickoff is slated for 7:00PM from Laney College, and the match will be streamed live on ESPN+

An Alex Villanueva goal in the 72nd minute would briefly cut Republic FC’s lead in half, scoring on a free kick from just outside the penalty box. However, Sacramento would answer back quickly, netting their third of the night when Luis Felipe rocketed one past Christian Herrera five minutes later. The goal was Felipe’s tenth career score in USL league play, and his first since Sacramento’s 3-1 win over Las Vegas on September 5.

Republic FC will return to the pitch on Wednesday, when they take to the Bay Area for a matchup with Oakland Roots SC. Kickoff is slated for 7:00PM from Laney College, and the match will be streamed live on ESPN+

Sacramento Republic FC 3-1 Tacoma Defiance

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

October 2, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 3-1 Tacoma Defiance

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

October 2, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC– Cam Iwasa (Duke Lacroix) 8’, Emil Cuello 66’ Luis Felipe (Emil Cuello) 77’ TAC–  Alex Villanueva 72’

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Darek Formella (caution) 43’Luis Felipe (caution) 59’ TAC – Daniel Robles (caution) 30’, Samuel Adeniran (caution) 79’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Jordan McCrary, Hayden Sargis, Dan Casey, Duke Lacroix (C) (Shannon Gomez 90’), Luis Felipe, Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Darek Formella (Jaime Villarreal 85’), Emil Cuello (Patrick Weah 90’), Cam Iwasa (Jerome Kiesewetter 85’), Maalique Foster (Kharlton Belmar 73’)

Unused substitutes: Rafael Diaz, Nabi Kibunguchy

Stats – Shots: 13, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 3, Fouls: 19 Corner Kicks: 4, Offsides: 4

Tacoma Defiance: Christian Herrera, Erik Kinzner (Marlon Vargas 72’), Taylor Mueller (C), Tom Brewitt, Joe Hafferty, Alexander Villanueva, Carlos Anguiano, Daniel Robles (Ray Serrano 60’), Obed Vargas, Juan Alvarez (Issa Rayyan 72’), Samuel Adeniran

Unused substitutes: Cole Kulhanek, Randy Mendoza, Cody Baker, Alec Diaz

Stats – Shots: 10, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 3, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 2, Offsides: 3

Scoring Summary: SAC– Cam Iwasa (Duke Lacroix) 8’, Emil Cuello 66’ Luis Felipe (Emil Cuello) 77’ TAC–  Alex Villanueva 72’

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Darek Formella (caution) 43’Luis Felipe (caution) 59’ TAC – Daniel Robles (caution) 30’, Samuel Adeniran (caution) 79’

Sacramento Republic FC: Carlos Saldaña, Jordan McCrary, Hayden Sargis, Dan Casey, Duke Lacroix (C) (Shannon Gomez 90’), Luis Felipe, Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Darek Formella (Jaime Villarreal 85’), Emil Cuello (Patrick Weah 90’), Cam Iwasa (Jerome Kiesewetter 85’), Maalique Foster (Kharlton Belmar 73’)

Unused substitutes: Rafael Diaz, Nabi Kibunguchy

Stats – Shots: 13, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 3, Fouls: 19 Corner Kicks: 4, Offsides: 4

Tacoma Defiance: Christian Herrera, Erik Kinzner (Marlon Vargas 72’), Taylor Mueller (C), Tom Brewitt, Joe Hafferty, Alexander Villanueva, Carlos Anguiano, Daniel Robles (Ray Serrano 60’), Obed Vargas, Juan Alvarez (Issa Rayyan 72’), Samuel Adeniran

Unused substitutes: Cole Kulhanek, Randy Mendoza, Cody Baker, Alec Diaz

Stats – Shots: 10, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 3, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 2, Offsides: 3

SACRAMENTO, California (September 26, 2021) – Republic FC fell on Sunday afternoon after two second half scores for Galaxy II.

SACRAMENTO, California (September 26, 2021) – Republic FC fell on Sunday afternoon after two second half scores for Galaxy II.

While the hosts would hold the edge in both possession and shots taken, Mark Briggs’ men were unable to find the net during the contest.

“If you don't put the ball in the back of the net you don't you don't win games,” said coach Mark Briggs. “It's pretty straightforward, and that's what we haven't done recently.”

The Indomitable club pressed well in the opening half, holding 54% possession and keeping a majority of the first half’s action in the attacking third. The Boys in Old Glory Red would tally seven shots to two from LA.

A chance from Emil Cuello in the 14th minute came close to opening the scoring. After receiving a well placed through pass from Darek Formella, the midfielder’s shot went just high.

Sacramento began to tack on chances as the second half went on. A Los Angeles clearance would ricochet off the shin of Dan Casey in the 57th minute and nearly bounced in, but the ball would be jumped on by keeper Justin vomSteeg. A Jerome Kiesewetter cross would nearly be put through by Kharlton Belmar moments later, but vomSteeg came up with the stop again after the forward was unable to get a foot on it.

Los Dos would find the net in the 67th minute on a loose ball off of a free kick, with Jalen Neal finding the back of the net.

While the Indomitable Club continued to manufacture chances- most notably a 77th minute shot from Maalique Foster that nearly opened his 2021 scoring account- Sacramento still was unable to break through. Republic FC would finish with 18 shot attempts on the day, the clubs eighth double-digit shot performance in the last nine contests.  

Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, impressed in his tenth start of the season. The midfielder would complete 86% of his passes on the afternoon while winning 83% of his duels on the defensive end in his first start since the club’s last meeting with Galaxy II on September 1.

Galaxy II doubled their lead late, when Adrian Gonzalez put in the visitors’ second score of the day in the 90th minute.

The Indomitable Club will return to action next week, when they welcome Tacoma Defiance to Heart Health Park on Saturday, October 2. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Republic FC’s Breast Health Awareness Night, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

While the hosts would hold the edge in both possession and shots taken, Mark Briggs’ men were unable to find the net during the contest.

“If you don’t put the ball in the back of the net you don’t you don’t win games,” said coach Mark Briggs. “It’s pretty straightforward, and that’s what we haven’t done recently.”

The Indomitable club pressed well in the opening half, holding 54% possession and keeping a majority of the first half’s action in the attacking third. The Boys in Old Glory Red would tally seven shots to two from LA.

A chance from Emil Cuello in the 14th minute came close to opening the scoring. After receiving a well placed through pass from Darek Formella, the midfielder’s shot went just high.

Sacramento began to tack on chances as the second half went on. A Los Angeles clearance would ricochet off the shin of Dan Casey in the 57th minute and nearly bounced in, but the ball would be jumped on by keeper Justin vomSteeg. A Jerome Kiesewetter cross would nearly be put through by Kharlton Belmar moments later, but vomSteeg came up with the stop again after the forward was unable to get a foot on it.

Los Dos would find the net in the 67th minute on a loose ball off of a free kick, with Jalen Neal finding the back of the net.

While the Indomitable Club continued to manufacture chances- most notably a 77th minute shot from Maalique Foster that nearly opened his 2021 scoring account- Sacramento still was unable to break through. Republic FC would finish with 18 shot attempts on the day, the clubs eighth double-digit shot performance in the last nine contests.  

Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, impressed in his tenth start of the season. The midfielder would complete 86% of his passes on the afternoon while winning 83% of his duels on the defensive end in his first start since the club’s last meeting with Galaxy II on September 1.

Galaxy II doubled their lead late, when Adrian Gonzalez put in the visitors’ second score of the day in the 90th minute.

The Indomitable Club will return to action next week, when they welcome Tacoma Defiance to Heart Health Park on Saturday, October 2. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Republic FC’s Breast Health Awareness Night, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

Sacramento Republic FC 0-2 LA Galaxy II

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

September 26, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 0-2 LA Galaxy II

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

September 26, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC– None LA– Jalen Neal 67’, Adrian Gonzalez 90’

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Nabi Kibunguchy (caution) 36’, Luis Felipe (caution) 79’LA – Johnny Perez (caution) 3’, Preston Judd (caution) 88’

Sacramento Republic FC: Rafael Diaz, Jordan McCrary, Nabi Kibunguchy, Dan Casey, Duke Lacroix (C), Luis Felipe (Mario Penagos 83’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Kharlton Belmar (Maalique Foster 72’), Emil Cuello (Patrick Weah 45’), Darek Formella, Jerome Kiesewetter (Cam Iwasa 71’)

Unused substitutes: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez, Amjot Narang,

Stats – Shots: 18, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 1, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 8, Offsides: 6

LA Galaxy II: Justin VomSteeg (C), Danilo Acosta, Marcus Ferkranus (Carlos Harvey 65’), Jalen Neal, Isaac Bawa (Cameron Dunbar 29’), Josh Drack (Jorge Hernandez 45’), Taylor Davila (Adrian Gonzalez 76’), Daniel Aguirre, Owen Lambe, Preston Judd, Johnny Perez (Remi Cabral 76’)

Unused substitutes: Eric Lopez, Ascel Essengue

Stats – Shots: 8, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 4, Fouls: 13, Corner Kicks: 3, Offsides: 1

Scoring Summary: SAC– None LA– Jalen Neal 67’, Adrian Gonzalez 90’

Misconduct Summary: SAC –Nabi Kibunguchy (caution) 36’, Luis Felipe (caution) 79’LA – Johnny Perez (caution) 3’, Preston Judd (caution) 88’

Sacramento Republic FC: Rafael Diaz, Jordan McCrary, Nabi Kibunguchy, Dan Casey, Duke Lacroix (C), Luis Felipe (Mario Penagos 83’), Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Kharlton Belmar (Maalique Foster 72’), Emil Cuello (Patrick Weah 45’), Darek Formella, Jerome Kiesewetter (Cam Iwasa 71’)

Unused substitutes: Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez, Amjot Narang,

Stats – Shots: 18, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 1, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 8, Offsides: 6

LA Galaxy II: Justin VomSteeg (C), Danilo Acosta, Marcus Ferkranus (Carlos Harvey 65’), Jalen Neal, Isaac Bawa (Cameron Dunbar 29’), Josh Drack (Jorge Hernandez 45’), Taylor Davila (Adrian Gonzalez 76’), Daniel Aguirre, Owen Lambe, Preston Judd, Johnny Perez (Remi Cabral 76’)

Unused substitutes: Eric Lopez, Ascel Essengue

Stats – Shots: 8, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 4, Fouls: 13, Corner Kicks: 3, Offsides: 1

SACRAMENTO, California (September 22, 2021) – After pressuring Tacoma all night long, Kharlton Belmar found Darek Formella for a 78th minute score to give Republic FC three points in a crucial divisional meeting with Tacoma Defiance.

SACRAMENTO, California (September 22, 2021) – After pressuring Tacoma all night long, Kharlton Belmar found Darek Formella for a 78th minute score to give Republic FC three points in a crucial divisional meeting with Tacoma Defiance.

The Indomitable Club posted double digit shots for the seventh time in their last eight matches while Nabi Kibunguchy turned in a stellar performance for the Republic FC defensive unit’s fifth clean sheet of the season.

The back lines from both sides dominated the opening half, with each defensive unit coming up with multiple key stops. A great chance for Patrick Weah in the 11th minute would be blocked, and Luis Felipe would find the same result trying to head in an Emil Cuello cross shortly afterward.

Republic FC continued to threaten despite Tacoma’s stout defensive effort. Emil Cuello nearly found the net mid-way through the first half off a great cross from Patrick Weah. Cuello’s header seemed destined to sneak inside the far post, but a diving effort from Christian Herrera allowed Tacoma to clear out the threat. Rafa Diaz responded with a great save of his own seconds later, stopping an attempt from Ray Serrano in the 26th.

The Indomitable Club posted double digit shots for the seventh time in their last eight matches while Nabi Kibunguchy turned in a stellar performance for the Republic FC defensive unit’s fifth clean sheet of the season.

The back lines from both sides dominated the opening half, with each defensive unit coming up with multiple key stops. A great chance for Patrick Weah in the 11th minute would be blocked, and Luis Felipe would find the same result trying to head in an Emil Cuello cross shortly afterward.

Republic FC continued to threaten despite Tacoma’s stout defensive effort. Emil Cuello nearly found the net mid-way through the first half off a great cross from Patrick Weah. Cuello’s header seemed destined to sneak inside the far post, but a diving effort from Christian Herrera allowed Tacoma to clear out the threat. Rafa Diaz responded with a great save of his own seconds later, stopping an attempt from Ray Serrano in the 26th.

Rafa Diaz kept the match even just three minutes following the break. The Dominican keeper made a great diving save on a long range strike from Samuel Adineran that could have put the hosts up 1-0. Diaz finished the night with 3 saves and his first clean sheet of the season.

Mark Briggs’ Men generated chances in rapid succession just after the 60 minute mark. Duke Lacroix’s left footed cross found the head of Jerome Kiesewetter from close range in the 61st, but the German couldn’t get his attempt on target. An Emil Cuello free kick attempt and a deadly strike from Jordan McCrary were deflected away by Christian Herrera in the 64th minute before a shot from Jaime Villarreal went just wide.

After keeping pressure on in the second half, Republic FC would finally breakthrough in the 78th minute. Shortly after entering for Jerome Kiesewetter, Darek Formella bagged his fourth score of the season off a Kharlton Belmar assist to put the Indomitable Club up 1-0.

Rafa Diaz kept the match even just three minutes following the break. The Dominican keeper made a great diving save on a long range strike from Samuel Adineran that could have put the hosts up 1-0. Diaz finished the night with 3 saves and his first clean sheet of the season.

Mark Briggs’ Men generated chances in rapid succession just after the 60 minute mark. Duke Lacroix’s left footed cross found the head of Jerome Kiesewetter from close range in the 61st, but the German couldn’t get his attempt on target. An Emil Cuello free kick attempt and a deadly strike from Jordan McCrary were deflected away by Christian Herrera in the 64th minute before a shot from Jaime Villarreal went just wide.

After keeping pressure on in the second half, Republic FC would finally breakthrough in the 78th minute. Shortly after entering for Jerome Kiesewetter, Darek Formella bagged his fourth score of the season off a Kharlton Belmar assist to put the Indomitable Club up 1-0.

Nabi Kibunguchy was excellent on defense for the Indomitable Club. The Academy product and UC Davis alum was excellent in one-on-one situations, blocking two shots and taking possession from the hosts six times.

“Tonight was always going to be a battle, and it was always going to be gritty,” said Head Coach Mark Briggs. “I’m proud of the players for digging, and showing that mentality and togetherness which allowed us to grind out three points.”

Republic FC has a quick turnaround before their third match in eight days. The Indomitable Club will return home to Heart Health Park for Childhood Cancer Awareness day this Sunday, September 26 against LA Galaxy II. Tickets can be purchased here, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

Nabi Kibunguchy was excellent on defense for the Indomitable Club. The Academy product and UC Davis alum was excellent in one-on-one situations, blocking two shots and taking possession from the hosts six times.

“Tonight was always going to be a battle, and it was always going to be gritty,” said Head Coach Mark Briggs. “I’m proud of the players for digging, and showing that mentality and togetherness which allowed us to grind out three points.”

Republic FC has a quick turnaround before their third match in eight days. The Indomitable Club will return home to Heart Health Park for Childhood Cancer Awareness day this Sunday, September 26 against LA Galaxy II. Tickets can be purchased here, and the match will be broadcast live on KQCA My58, Estrella TV Sacramento, and ESPN+.

Sacramento Republic FC 1-0 Tacoma Defiance

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

September 22, 2021

Sacramento Republic FC 1-0 Tacoma Defiance

USL Championship

Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California

September 22, 2021

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Kharlton Belmar) 78’ TAC– None

Misconduct Summary: SAC – Patrick Weah (caution) 45’, Luis Felipe (caution) 57’, Dan Casey (caution) 69’ Nabi Kibunguchy (caution) 90’ TAC – Ray Serrano (caution) 2’, Jackson Ragen (caution) 37’, Marlon Vargas (caution) 65’ Tom Brewitt (caution) 90’

Sacramento Republic FC: Rafael Diaz, Duke Lacroix (C), Nabi Kibunguchy, Dan Casey, Jordan McCrary, Luis Felipe, Emil Cuello, Jaime Villarreal, Patrick Weah (Cameron Iwasa 75’), Mario Penagos (Kharlton Belmar 64’), Jerome Kiesewetter (Darek Formella 70’)

Unused substitutes: Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Amjot Narang, Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez

Stats – Shots: 17, Shots on Goal: 6, Saves: 3, Fouls: 22, Corner Kicks: 4, Offsides: 2

Tacoma Defiance: Christian Herrera, Jackson Ragen, Taylor Mueller (C), Tom Brewitt, Obed Vargas (Alec Diaz 86’), Ray Serrano (Issa Rayyan 82’), Jose Carlos Anguiano, Alex Villanueva, Daniel Robles (Juan Alvarez 65’), Samuel Adeniran, Marlon Vargas (Cody Baker 65’)

Unused substitutes: Randy Mendoza, Wyatt Nelson, Joe Hafferty

Stats – Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 5, Fouls: 9, Corner Kicks: 6, Offsides: 3

Scoring Summary: SAC– Darek Formella (Kharlton Belmar) 78’ TAC– None

Misconduct Summary: SAC – Patrick Weah (caution) 45’, Luis Felipe (caution) 57’, Dan Casey (caution) 69’ Nabi Kibunguchy (caution) 90’ TAC – Ray Serrano (caution) 2’, Jackson Ragen (caution) 37’, Marlon Vargas (caution) 65’ Tom Brewitt (caution) 90’

Sacramento Republic FC: Rafael Diaz, Duke Lacroix (C), Nabi Kibunguchy, Dan Casey, Jordan McCrary, Luis Felipe, Emil Cuello, Jaime Villarreal, Patrick Weah (Cameron Iwasa 75’), Mario Penagos (Kharlton Belmar 64’), Jerome Kiesewetter (Darek Formella 70’)

Unused substitutes: Andrew Wheeler-Omiunu, Amjot Narang, Carlos Saldaña, Shannon Gomez

Stats – Shots: 17, Shots on Goal: 6, Saves: 3, Fouls: 22, Corner Kicks: 4, Offsides: 2

Tacoma Defiance: Christian Herrera, Jackson Ragen, Taylor Mueller (C), Tom Brewitt, Obed Vargas (Alec Diaz 86’), Ray Serrano (Issa Rayyan 82’), Jose Carlos Anguiano, Alex Villanueva, Daniel Robles (Juan Alvarez 65’), Samuel Adeniran, Marlon Vargas (Cody Baker 65’)

Unused substitutes: Randy Mendoza, Wyatt Nelson, Joe Hafferty

Stats – Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 5, Fouls: 9, Corner Kicks: 6, Offsides: 3