Match Recaps

The match started slowly for Republic FC, who allowed two big chances for the Austin Aztex early in the match. In the 2nd minute forward Kris Tyrpak got behind the defense forcing a one-on-one with Republic FC goalkeeper Patrick McLain, but McLain was up to the task and saved the ball.

In the 3rd minute, Aztex forward Sainey Touray had another good look at goal after receiving the ball on a switch of field. Touray used his speed to get a one-on-one with McLain, but the keeper made a diving save to keep the match scoreless.

Republic FC had their best chance of the first half in the 45th minute on free kick from about 30 yards out. Midfielder Rodrigo Lopez sent the free kick toward the back post. Nemanja Vuković headed the free kick back toward the middle finding Thomas Stewart who hammered the ball home. But the flag was raised for offside, keeping the match scoreless going into the half.

The match started slowly for Republic FC, who allowed two big chances for the Austin Aztex early in the match. In the 2nd minute forward Kris Tyrpak got behind the defense forcing a one-on-one with Republic FC goalkeeper Patrick McLain, but McLain was up to the task and saved the ball.

In the 3rd minute, Aztex forward Sainey Touray had another good look at goal after receiving the ball on a switch of field. Touray used his speed to get a one-on-one with McLain, but the keeper made a diving save to keep the match scoreless.

Republic FC had their best chance of the first half in the 45th minute on free kick from about 30 yards out. Midfielder Rodrigo Lopez sent the free kick toward the back post. Nemanja Vuković headed the free kick back toward the middle finding Thomas Stewart who hammered the ball home. But the flag was raised for offside, keeping the match scoreless going into the half.

The second half started with both sides going back and forth with neither team finding a solid chance on goal. The first good look for Republic FC came in the 67th minute when second-half substitute Kaleemullah received the ball in the middle of the field and flicked the ball around a defender. Kaleemullah ran down the ball on the right side of the box and sent a beautifully weighted shot over Aztex goalkeeper Devin Perales and toward the left corner of the goal. The shot went inches wide of the goal, keeping the score 0-0.

In the 79th minute, the Aztex had their best look of the second half when second-half substitute Trevin Caesar took a free kick from about 10 yards outside of the box on the left side. Caesar’s kick sailed toward the back post to forward Drew Yates who made a strong header toward goal, but McLain was there again making a diving finger tip save. The saved ball was then cleared by the Republic FC defense.

Republic FC’s best chance of the match came in the 86th minute. Midfielder Danny Barrera sent a through ball that freed forwards David Estrada and Kaleemullah for a two-on-one with Perales. Estrada attacked straight at Perales before sending a pass to his left to a wide-open Kaleemullah who sent the shot into the goal, but again the flag went up for offside keeping the match scoreless.

“I think we played well enough to get a shutout,” said McLain following the match. “Maybe a few more instances on my end then normal, but I guess that’s what I’m there for.”

Republic FC will be back in action again on Wednesday, July 1 when they take on Real Monarchs SLC in Sandy, Utah. Kickoff is 4:00 p.m. PDT. The kickoff was moved forward due to Real Salt Lake’s U.S. Open Cup match against the Portland Timbers. Republic FC’s match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday.

The second half started with both sides going back and forth with neither team finding a solid chance on goal. The first good look for Republic FC came in the 67th minute when second-half substitute Kaleemullah received the ball in the middle of the field and flicked the ball around a defender. Kaleemullah ran down the ball on the right side of the box and sent a beautifully weighted shot over Aztex goalkeeper Devin Perales and toward the left corner of the goal. The shot went inches wide of the goal, keeping the score 0-0.

In the 79th minute, the Aztex had their best look of the second half when second-half substitute Trevin Caesar took a free kick from about 10 yards outside of the box on the left side. Caesar’s kick sailed toward the back post to forward Drew Yates who made a strong header toward goal, but McLain was there again making a diving finger tip save. The saved ball was then cleared by the Republic FC defense.

Republic FC’s best chance of the match came in the 86th minute. Midfielder Danny Barrera sent a through ball that freed forwards David Estrada and Kaleemullah for a two-on-one with Perales. Estrada attacked straight at Perales before sending a pass to his left to a wide-open Kaleemullah who sent the shot into the goal, but again the flag went up for offside keeping the match scoreless.

“I think we played well enough to get a shutout,” said McLain following the match. “Maybe a few more instances on my end then normal, but I guess that’s what I’m there for.”

Republic FC will be back in action again on Wednesday, July 1 when they take on Real Monarchs SLC in Sandy, Utah. Kickoff is 4:00 p.m. PDT. The kickoff was moved forward due to Real Salt Lake’s U.S. Open Cup match against the Portland Timbers. Republic FC’s match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday.

Photos Courtesy Austin Aztex
 

Austin Aztex 0:0 Sacramento Republic FC
USL Match
Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex – Austin, TX
June 27, 2015 – Attendance: 2,880

Scoring Summary: none.

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Mickey Daly (caution) 18.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Octavio Guzman, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez; Danny Barrera, Ivan Mirković, Derek Foran (Zev Taublieb 63), Justin Braun; Rodrigo Lopez (Kaleemullah 63), Thomas Stewart (David Estrada 67).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Gabe Gissie, James Kiffe.

Stats: Shots: 7, Shots on Goal: 1, Saves: 4, Fouls: 3, Corner Kicks: 2, Offside: 7.

Austin Aztex – Devin Perales, Max Gunderson, Mikey Ambrose, Lance Rozeboom, Fernando Timbo; Tony Rocha, Mozzi Gyorio (Andres Cuero 90), Guaraci; Kris Tyrpak, Sainey Touray (Trevin Caesar 71), Drew Yates (Brendan King 84).

Subs Not Used: Cody Laurendi; Travis Golden, Leone Cruz, Ryan Roushandel.

Stats: Shots: 12, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 1, Fouls: 4, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 3.

Photos Courtesy Austin Aztex
 

Austin Aztex 0:0 Sacramento Republic FC
USL Match
Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex – Austin, TX
June 27, 2015 – Attendance: 2,880

Scoring Summary: none.

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Mickey Daly (caution) 18.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Octavio Guzman, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez; Danny Barrera, Ivan Mirković, Derek Foran (Zev Taublieb 63), Justin Braun; Rodrigo Lopez (Kaleemullah 63), Thomas Stewart (David Estrada 67).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Gabe Gissie, James Kiffe.

Stats: Shots: 7, Shots on Goal: 1, Saves: 4, Fouls: 3, Corner Kicks: 2, Offside: 7.

Austin Aztex – Devin Perales, Max Gunderson, Mikey Ambrose, Lance Rozeboom, Fernando Timbo; Tony Rocha, Mozzi Gyorio (Andres Cuero 90), Guaraci; Kris Tyrpak, Sainey Touray (Trevin Caesar 71), Drew Yates (Brendan King 84).

Subs Not Used: Cody Laurendi; Travis Golden, Leone Cruz, Ryan Roushandel.

Stats: Shots: 12, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 1, Fouls: 4, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 3.

Despite creating several chances in the opening minutes of the match, Republic FC conceded on a set piece in the 19th minute. Energy FC captain Michael Thomas headed the free kick past the Republic FC back line to Danni König, who sent it past Republic FC goalkeeper Patrick McLain and into the lower left corner, putting Energy FC up 1-0.

Republic FC continued to control possession and created several scoring opportunities throughout the first half, most notably when Rodrigo Lopez found forward Cameron Iwasa in the center of the box but Iwasa failed to finish his chip attempt as Energy FC goalkeeper Evan Newton’s was there to keep Iwasa’s shot off target.

Republic FC found an equalizer in the 39th minute, when Octavio Guzman’s cross from the right wing was deflected by Energy FC defender Coady Andrews past Newton near post, and into his own net, tying the score at 1-1 going into halftime.

Despite creating several chances in the opening minutes of the match, Republic FC conceded on a set piece in the 19th minute. Energy FC captain Michael Thomas headed the free kick past the Republic FC back line to Danni König, who sent it past Republic FC goalkeeper Patrick McLain and into the lower left corner, putting Energy FC up 1-0.

Republic FC continued to control possession and created several scoring opportunities throughout the first half, most notably when Rodrigo Lopez found forward Cameron Iwasa in the center of the box but Iwasa failed to finish his chip attempt as Energy FC goalkeeper Evan Newton’s was there to keep Iwasa’s shot off target.

Republic FC found an equalizer in the 39th minute, when Octavio Guzman’s cross from the right wing was deflected by Energy FC defender Coady Andrews past Newton near post, and into his own net, tying the score at 1-1 going into halftime.

Newly signed forward Kaleemullah entered for Republic FC in the 66th minute making what is believed to be the first appearance for a Pakistani-born player in a United States professional match. Kaleemullah immediately made an impact, using impressive speed down the middle and creating chances.

In the 80th minute substitute forward Gabe Gissie broke the tie, scoring his first professional goal. Gissie took the ball down the right wing and slotted his shot into the lower left corner of the goal, putting Republic FC up 2-1 for good.

“WOAH!” said Republic FC forward Gissie when asked about his first professional goal.

Republic FC is back in action on Thursday, June 25th when they travel to Tulsa, Oklha. to face Tulsa Roughnecks FC. Kickoff is 5:30 p.m. PDT. The match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday.

Newly signed forward Kaleemullah entered for Republic FC in the 66th minute making what is believed to be the first appearance for a Pakistani-born player in a United States professional match. Kaleemullah immediately made an impact, using impressive speed down the middle and creating chances.

In the 80th minute substitute forward Gabe Gissie broke the tie, scoring his first professional goal. Gissie took the ball down the right wing and slotted his shot into the lower left corner of the goal, putting Republic FC up 2-1 for good.

“WOAH!” said Republic FC forward Gissie when asked about his first professional goal.

Republic FC is back in action on Thursday, June 25th when they travel to Tulsa, Oklha. to face Tulsa Roughnecks FC. Kickoff is 5:30 p.m. PDT. The match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday.

Sacramento Republic FC 2:1 Oklahoma City Energy FC
USL Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
June 20, 2015 – Attendance: 11,442 (sellout)

Scoring Summary: OKC – Danni König (Michael Thomas) 19, SRFC – Coady Andrews (Own Goal) 39, SRFC – Gabe Gissie (Octavio Guzman) 80

Misconduct Summary: OKC – Kyle Grieg 22, SRFC – Ivan Mircović 45, SRFC – Nemanja Vuković 72

Oklahoma City Energy FC – Evan Newton; Jacob Vancompernolle (Peter Toth 87), Michael Thomas, Coady Andrews, Christian Duke (Daniel Gonzalez 74); Gareth Evans, Sebastian Dalgaard (Michael Harris 84), Casey Townsend (Moer De Doue 57); Kyle Grieg, Jesus Sanchez (Danchrisander Delgado 84), Danni König.

Subs Not Used: Ray Clark, Cyprian Hedrick

Stats: Shots: 9, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 8, Fouls: 16, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 3.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez; Octavio Guzman (Derek Foran 81), Ivan Mirković, Gilberto (Danny Barrera 62), Rodrigo Lopez; Cameron Iwasa (Gabe Gissie 67), Justin Braun (Kaleemullah 66).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, David Estrada, James Kiffe.

Stats: Shots: 18, Shots on Goal: 10, Saves: 1, Fouls: 7, Corner Kicks: 6, Offside: 3.

Sacramento Republic FC 2:1 Oklahoma City Energy FC
USL Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
June 20, 2015 – Attendance: 11,442 (sellout)

Scoring Summary: OKC – Danni König (Michael Thomas) 19, SRFC – Coady Andrews (Own Goal) 39, SRFC – Gabe Gissie (Octavio Guzman) 80

Misconduct Summary: OKC – Kyle Grieg 22, SRFC – Ivan Mircović 45, SRFC – Nemanja Vuković 72

Oklahoma City Energy FC – Evan Newton; Jacob Vancompernolle (Peter Toth 87), Michael Thomas, Coady Andrews, Christian Duke (Daniel Gonzalez 74); Gareth Evans, Sebastian Dalgaard (Michael Harris 84), Casey Townsend (Moer De Doue 57); Kyle Grieg, Jesus Sanchez (Danchrisander Delgado 84), Danni König.

Subs Not Used: Ray Clark, Cyprian Hedrick

Stats: Shots: 9, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 8, Fouls: 16, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 3.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez; Octavio Guzman (Derek Foran 81), Ivan Mirković, Gilberto (Danny Barrera 62), Rodrigo Lopez; Cameron Iwasa (Gabe Gissie 67), Justin Braun (Kaleemullah 66).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, David Estrada, James Kiffe.

Stats: Shots: 18, Shots on Goal: 10, Saves: 1, Fouls: 7, Corner Kicks: 6, Offside: 3.

Republic FC got off to a quick start and in just the 5th minute were awarded a penalty after defender Emrah Klimenta was tripped in the box. Midfielder Rodrigo Lopez, playing in his first match since May 27, stepped up the box in the 6th minute and sent a hard shot into the right side of the goal, past San Jose keeper Bryan Meredith who dove left.

San Jose took control of the match following the early Republic FC goal and had chances in the 10th, 14th, 22nd and 29th minutes. Republic FC goalkeeper Patrick McLain made two saves and two shots were just wide as San Jose looked to close the gap quickly.

Republic FC would find a few more looks at goal in the half, tying San Jose with five shots in the first half. The strongest look for a second Republic FC goal came in the 44th minute when forward Cameron Iwasa got behind the defense and sent a low cross to the middle of the box. Forward Justin Braun received the cross, but his shot was blocked by the San Jose defense. Lopez sent the rebound on goal as well, but against the defense stood strong keeping the match 1-0 going into the half.

Republic FC got off to a quick start and in just the 5th minute were awarded a penalty after defender Emrah Klimenta was tripped in the box. Midfielder Rodrigo Lopez, playing in his first match since May 27, stepped up the box in the 6th minute and sent a hard shot into the right side of the goal, past San Jose keeper Bryan Meredith who dove left.

San Jose took control of the match following the early Republic FC goal and had chances in the 10th, 14th, 22nd and 29th minutes. Republic FC goalkeeper Patrick McLain made two saves and two shots were just wide as San Jose looked to close the gap quickly.

Republic FC would find a few more looks at goal in the half, tying San Jose with five shots in the first half. The strongest look for a second Republic FC goal came in the 44th minute when forward Cameron Iwasa got behind the defense and sent a low cross to the middle of the box. Forward Justin Braun received the cross, but his shot was blocked by the San Jose defense. Lopez sent the rebound on goal as well, but against the defense stood strong keeping the match 1-0 going into the half.

Republic FC again came out strong in the second half and doubled their lead in the 54th minute. Klimenta took a lofted pass from Lopez in the back corner of the box, balancing himself before sending a low hard hit ball under the diving Meredith and into the back of the net to put Republic FC ahead 2-0.

San Jose would roar back, however, late in regulation. In the 74th minute San Jose defender Victor Bernardez sent a cross into the middle of the box that found forward Mike Fucito. McLain was able to block the shot by Fucito but an onrushing Chris Wondolowski cleaned up the rebound making the score 2-1.

Wondolowski would strike again in the 79th minute to even the match. Defender Marvell Wynne fought his way past the defense and sent a hard cross into the box which Wondolowski was able to head past a diving McLain, pulling the Earthquakes even 2-2.

The match would remain tied at the end of 90 minutes forcing extra time. Both clubs has chances to scoring in overtime, including open looks for Republic FC substitute forward Adnan Gabeljic and Wondolowski, but neither team could find the net forcing a penalty shootout.

The first two penalties were goals for each side with Lopez and Nemanja Vuković scoring for Republic FC and Wondolowski and Bernardez scoring for San Jose. In the third round both keepers recorded saves. In the fourth round McLain would make a save while Gilberto converted for Republic FC making it a must-make penalty for San Jose midfielder, and Granite Bay native, Tommy Thompson. Thompson would score setting up Klimenta with a chance to win the match for Republic FC. Klimenta sent a low driven shot toward the left side of the goal, but Meredith guessed correctly and made the save, forcing the match into sudden death penalties.

The sixth and seventh round of penalties looked much like the first two rounds with David Estrada and Gabeljic converting for Republic FC, while Koval and Barrera converted for San Jose. Defender Shaun Francis scored in the eighth round, putting the pressure on Republic FC defender James Kiffe, who skied his attempt over the crossbar ending the match with San Jose winning 6-5 on penalties.

“I’m incredibly proud of my guys,” said Republic FC head coach Preki following the match. “The most important thing is to measure ourselves against MLS teams because that is where we want to be.”

Republic FC will return to USL action on Saturday, June 20, in a battle of top Western Conference teams, when they take on Oklahoma City Energy FC at Bonney Field. Kickoff is 8:00 p.m. The match will be broadcast on CW31, KHTK Sports 1140 AM and streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Republic FC again came out strong in the second half and doubled their lead in the 54th minute. Klimenta took a lofted pass from Lopez in the back corner of the box, balancing himself before sending a low hard hit ball under the diving Meredith and into the back of the net to put Republic FC ahead 2-0.

San Jose would roar back, however, late in regulation. In the 74th minute San Jose defender Victor Bernardez sent a cross into the middle of the box that found forward Mike Fucito. McLain was able to block the shot by Fucito but an onrushing Chris Wondolowski cleaned up the rebound making the score 2-1.

Wondolowski would strike again in the 79th minute to even the match. Defender Marvell Wynne fought his way past the defense and sent a hard cross into the box which Wondolowski was able to head past a diving McLain, pulling the Earthquakes even 2-2.

The match would remain tied at the end of 90 minutes forcing extra time. Both clubs has chances to scoring in overtime, including open looks for Republic FC substitute forward Adnan Gabeljic and Wondolowski, but neither team could find the net forcing a penalty shootout.

The first two penalties were goals for each side with Lopez and Nemanja Vuković scoring for Republic FC and Wondolowski and Bernardez scoring for San Jose. In the third round both keepers recorded saves. In the fourth round McLain would make a save while Gilberto converted for Republic FC making it a must-make penalty for San Jose midfielder, and Granite Bay native, Tommy Thompson. Thompson would score setting up Klimenta with a chance to win the match for Republic FC. Klimenta sent a low driven shot toward the left side of the goal, but Meredith guessed correctly and made the save, forcing the match into sudden death penalties.

The sixth and seventh round of penalties looked much like the first two rounds with David Estrada and Gabeljic converting for Republic FC, while Koval and Barrera converted for San Jose. Defender Shaun Francis scored in the eighth round, putting the pressure on Republic FC defender James Kiffe, who skied his attempt over the crossbar ending the match with San Jose winning 6-5 on penalties.

“I’m incredibly proud of my guys,” said Republic FC head coach Preki following the match. “The most important thing is to measure ourselves against MLS teams because that is where we want to be.”

Republic FC will return to USL action on Saturday, June 20, in a battle of top Western Conference teams, when they take on Oklahoma City Energy FC at Bonney Field. Kickoff is 8:00 p.m. The match will be broadcast on CW31, KHTK Sports 1140 AM and streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Photos Courtesy San Jose Earthquakes
 

San Jose Earthquakes 2:2 (6:5) Sacramento Republic FC
Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Match
Avaya Stadium – San Jose, CA
June 16, 2015 – Attendance: 13,196

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Rodrigo Lopez (penalty) 6, Emrah Klimeta (Rodrigo Lopez) 54; SJ – Chris Wondolowski 74, Chris Wondolowski (Marvell Wynne) 79.

Misconduct Summary: SJ – Victor Bernardez (caution) 105.

Penalty Shootout Results:
SJ – F, Chris Wondolowski – Goal
SRFC – M, Rodrigo Lopez – Goal
SJ – D, Victor Bernardez – Goal
SRFC – D, Nemanja Vuković – Goal
SJ – M Khari Stephenson – Save
SRFC – D, Mickey Daly – Save
SJ – M, Jean-Baptiste Pierazzi – Save
SRFC – M, Gilberto – Goal
SJ – F, Tommy Thompson – Goal
SRFC – D, Emrah Klimenta – Save
SJ – M, JJ Koval – Goal
SRFC – F, David Estrada – Goal
SJ – M, Leandro Barrera – Goal
SRFC – F, Adnan Gabeljic – Goal
SJ – D, Shaun Francis – Goal
SRFC – D, James Kiffe – Miss

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, James Kiffe; Octavio Guzman (Agustin Cazarez 65), Gilberto, Ivan Mirković, Rodrigo Lopez; Cameron Iwasa (David Estrada 79), Justin Braun (Adnan Gabeljic 91).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Derek Foran, Gabe Gissie, Joaquin Rivas.

Stats: Shots: 15, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 4, Fouls: 15, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 2.

San Jose Earthquakes – Bryan Meredith; Marvell Wynne, Paulo Renato (Tommy Thompson 45), Ty Harden (Victor Bernardez 45), Shaun Francis; JJ Koval, Jean-Baptiste Pierazzi, Khari Stephenson, Leandro Barrera; Chris Wondolowski, Mark Sherrod (Mike Fucito 68).

Subs Not Used: David Bingham, Fatai Alashe, Adam Jahn, Jordan Stewart.

Stats: Shots: 15, Shots on Goal: 6, Saves: 5, Fouls: 9, Corner Kicks: 10, Offside: 4.

Photos Courtesy San Jose Earthquakes
 

San Jose Earthquakes 2:2 (6:5) Sacramento Republic FC
Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Match
Avaya Stadium – San Jose, CA
June 16, 2015 – Attendance: 13,196

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Rodrigo Lopez (penalty) 6, Emrah Klimeta (Rodrigo Lopez) 54; SJ – Chris Wondolowski 74, Chris Wondolowski (Marvell Wynne) 79.

Misconduct Summary: SJ – Victor Bernardez (caution) 105.

Penalty Shootout Results:
SJ – F, Chris Wondolowski – Goal
SRFC – M, Rodrigo Lopez – Goal
SJ – D, Victor Bernardez – Goal
SRFC – D, Nemanja Vuković – Goal
SJ – M Khari Stephenson – Save
SRFC – D, Mickey Daly – Save
SJ – M, Jean-Baptiste Pierazzi – Save
SRFC – M, Gilberto – Goal
SJ – F, Tommy Thompson – Goal
SRFC – D, Emrah Klimenta – Save
SJ – M, JJ Koval – Goal
SRFC – F, David Estrada – Goal
SJ – M, Leandro Barrera – Goal
SRFC – F, Adnan Gabeljic – Goal
SJ – D, Shaun Francis – Goal
SRFC – D, James Kiffe – Miss

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, James Kiffe; Octavio Guzman (Agustin Cazarez 65), Gilberto, Ivan Mirković, Rodrigo Lopez; Cameron Iwasa (David Estrada 79), Justin Braun (Adnan Gabeljic 91).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Derek Foran, Gabe Gissie, Joaquin Rivas.

Stats: Shots: 15, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 4, Fouls: 15, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 2.

San Jose Earthquakes – Bryan Meredith; Marvell Wynne, Paulo Renato (Tommy Thompson 45), Ty Harden (Victor Bernardez 45), Shaun Francis; JJ Koval, Jean-Baptiste Pierazzi, Khari Stephenson, Leandro Barrera; Chris Wondolowski, Mark Sherrod (Mike Fucito 68).

Subs Not Used: David Bingham, Fatai Alashe, Adam Jahn, Jordan Stewart.

Stats: Shots: 15, Shots on Goal: 6, Saves: 5, Fouls: 9, Corner Kicks: 10, Offside: 4.

The match started slowly for Republic FC and in just the 9th minute they went down 1-0. Arizona United SC midfielder Danny Garcia sent in a left footed pass from the top right side of the box toward the back post of the goal. Garcia’s pass found the head of forward Long Tan who had found his way behind the defense. Tan headed the ball into an empty net giving Arizona United SC the early advantage.

Republic FC looked to equalize quickly and in the 18th minute had their first good look on goal. Defender Agustin Cazarez sent a cross into the box from the left side. Cazarez’s cross found the feet of forward David Estrada, who tried to turn in the box but the ball was knocked away. Republic FC midfielder Derek Foran took a strong stike toward goal on the rebound but his shot was deflected away keeping the score 1-0.

Republic FC had their best chance of the first half in the 32nd minute. Midfielder Ivan Mirković made a strong tackle in the middle of the field to win the ball for Republic FC. The ball was then sent forward to Thomas Stewart who went one-on-one with Arizona United SC keeper Carl Woszczinski. Stewart looked to slide the ball under Woszczinski with his left foot but the keeper dove quickly down and saved Stewart’s shot attempt keeping the score 1-0 going into the half.

The match started slowly for Republic FC and in just the 9th minute they went down 1-0. Arizona United SC midfielder Danny Garcia sent in a left footed pass from the top right side of the box toward the back post of the goal. Garcia’s pass found the head of forward Long Tan who had found his way behind the defense. Tan headed the ball into an empty net giving Arizona United SC the early advantage.

Republic FC looked to equalize quickly and in the 18th minute had their first good look on goal. Defender Agustin Cazarez sent a cross into the box from the left side. Cazarez’s cross found the feet of forward David Estrada, who tried to turn in the box but the ball was knocked away. Republic FC midfielder Derek Foran took a strong stike toward goal on the rebound but his shot was deflected away keeping the score 1-0.

Republic FC had their best chance of the first half in the 32nd minute. Midfielder Ivan Mirković made a strong tackle in the middle of the field to win the ball for Republic FC. The ball was then sent forward to Thomas Stewart who went one-on-one with Arizona United SC keeper Carl Woszczinski. Stewart looked to slide the ball under Woszczinski with his left foot but the keeper dove quickly down and saved Stewart’s shot attempt keeping the score 1-0 going into the half.

Republic FC came out in the second half very strong attacking the Arizona United SC defense constantly. Republic FC has opportunities in the 57th and 65th minutes with shots by Cazarez but both shots were just off the mark.

In the 70th minute Arizona United SC had a chance to double their lead when Tan took the ball to the far left side of the box. Tan then sent a back-heel pass to Brad Stisser who sent a rocket toward the near post but Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain made a diving save.

In the 76th minute Republic FC finally found an equalizer. Substitute forward Gabe Gissie received the ball on the right side of the field, created space and sent a cross in front of goal. Gissie’s cross found a leaping Cazarez who flicked the ball into the net pulling Republic FC even, 1-1.

Arizona United SC responded quickly and in the 80th minute forward Jonathan Top got the ball in the middle of the field after giveaway by Republic FC. Top had a one-on-one chance but McLain was able to block the ball away. McLain then dealt with the rebound shot by Tan who was following the play.

Republic FC then found a go-ahead goal in the 83rd minute. Defender Emrah Klimenta attacked near the top of the box before stumbling and sending a pass to forward Cameron Iwasa. Iwasa made a quick touch pass to midfielder Danny Barrera who fired a left footed shot past Woszczinski and putting Republic FC up 2-1 for good.

Republic FC will head to Avaya Stadium and look to knock-off their MLS affiliate, the San Jose Earthquakes, in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup when they are back in action on Tuesday, June 15. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m.

Republic FC came out in the second half very strong attacking the Arizona United SC defense constantly. Republic FC has opportunities in the 57th and 65th minutes with shots by Cazarez but both shots were just off the mark.

In the 70th minute Arizona United SC had a chance to double their lead when Tan took the ball to the far left side of the box. Tan then sent a back-heel pass to Brad Stisser who sent a rocket toward the near post but Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain made a diving save.

In the 76th minute Republic FC finally found an equalizer. Substitute forward Gabe Gissie received the ball on the right side of the field, created space and sent a cross in front of goal. Gissie’s cross found a leaping Cazarez who flicked the ball into the net pulling Republic FC even, 1-1.

Arizona United SC responded quickly and in the 80th minute forward Jonathan Top got the ball in the middle of the field after giveaway by Republic FC. Top had a one-on-one chance but McLain was able to block the ball away. McLain then dealt with the rebound shot by Tan who was following the play.

Republic FC then found a go-ahead goal in the 83rd minute. Defender Emrah Klimenta attacked near the top of the box before stumbling and sending a pass to forward Cameron Iwasa. Iwasa made a quick touch pass to midfielder Danny Barrera who fired a left footed shot past Woszczinski and putting Republic FC up 2-1 for good.

Republic FC will head to Avaya Stadium and look to knock-off their MLS affiliate, the San Jose Earthquakes, in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup when they are back in action on Tuesday, June 15. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m.

Photos Courtesy Arizona United SC
 

Arizona United SC 1:2 Sacramento Republic FC
USL Match
Scottsdale Stadium – Scottsdale, AZ
June 13, 2015 – Attendance: 3,318

Scoring Summary: AZ – Long Tan (Danny Garcia) 9, SRFC – Agustin Cazarez (Gabe Gissie) 76, Danny Barrera (Cameron Iwasa) 83.

Misconduct Summary: AZ – Danny Garcia (caution) 44.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez; Joaquin Rivas (James Kiffe 45), Ivan Mirković, Derek Foran (Gilberto 54), Octavio Guzman (Danny Barrera 58); David Estrada (Cameron Iwasa 45), Thomas Stewart (Gabe Gissie 73).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Alfonso Motagalvan.

Stats: Shots: 16, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 6, Fouls: 7, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 7.

Arizona United SC – Carl Woszczinski; Tyler Ruthven (Damian Rosales 83), Brock Granger, Rob Valentino, George Malki; Scott Morrison, Milton Blanco (Jordan Rideout 88), Danny Garcia (Jonathan Top 46); Dennis Chin (Chiva Cuevas 81), Robbie Derschang (Bard Stisser 62), Long Tan.

Subs Not Used: Zak Downes, Daniel Antunez.

Stats: Shots: 9, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 5, Fouls: 12, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 5.

Photos Courtesy Arizona United SC
 

Arizona United SC 1:2 Sacramento Republic FC
USL Match
Scottsdale Stadium – Scottsdale, AZ
June 13, 2015 – Attendance: 3,318

Scoring Summary: AZ – Long Tan (Danny Garcia) 9, SRFC – Agustin Cazarez (Gabe Gissie) 76, Danny Barrera (Cameron Iwasa) 83.

Misconduct Summary: AZ – Danny Garcia (caution) 44.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez; Joaquin Rivas (James Kiffe 45), Ivan Mirković, Derek Foran (Gilberto 54), Octavio Guzman (Danny Barrera 58); David Estrada (Cameron Iwasa 45), Thomas Stewart (Gabe Gissie 73).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Alfonso Motagalvan.

Stats: Shots: 16, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 6, Fouls: 7, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 7.

Arizona United SC – Carl Woszczinski; Tyler Ruthven (Damian Rosales 83), Brock Granger, Rob Valentino, George Malki; Scott Morrison, Milton Blanco (Jordan Rideout 88), Danny Garcia (Jonathan Top 46); Dennis Chin (Chiva Cuevas 81), Robbie Derschang (Bard Stisser 62), Long Tan.

Subs Not Used: Zak Downes, Daniel Antunez.

Stats: Shots: 9, Shots on Goal: 7, Saves: 5, Fouls: 12, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 5.

In a scoreless first half between Republic FC and the Austin Aztex, both keepers were active. Aztex keeper Devin Perales was called into action early in the 7th minute when Republic FC defender Emrah Klimenta sent a shot on goal. Defender Nemanja Vuković had a heading chance in the 13 minute, but his shot went over the crossbar. In the 20th minute, Cameron Iwasa had a goal disallowed after scoring a back-heel goal in an offside position.

Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain was active late in the first half. In the 44th minute McLain was forced to come off of his line to stop a breakaway opportunity. McLain made a diving save on a shot from Aztex midfielder Guaraci just before halftime in the 45th minute.

In a scoreless first half between Republic FC and the Austin Aztex, both keepers were active. Aztex keeper Devin Perales was called into action early in the 7th minute when Republic FC defender Emrah Klimenta sent a shot on goal. Defender Nemanja Vuković had a heading chance in the 13 minute, but his shot went over the crossbar. In the 20th minute, Cameron Iwasa had a goal disallowed after scoring a back-heel goal in an offside position.

Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain was active late in the first half. In the 44th minute McLain was forced to come off of his line to stop a breakaway opportunity. McLain made a diving save on a shot from Aztex midfielder Guaraci just before halftime in the 45th minute.

Republic FC had their best scoring chance of the match in the 56th minute when Iwasa sent a header on goal only to have it saved by a diving Perales. Soon after, in the 58th minute the Aztex used a strong build-up to send the ball out wide to defender Max Gunderson who found his defensive mate Travis Golden open in the box. Golden sent a one-touch left-footed shot to McLain’s right. McLain was able to get a hand on it but the shot deflected right into the back of the net for a 1-0 Aztex lead.

Despite a number of chances in the final half hour, Republic FC could not find an equalizer. Shots from Gilberto and forward Justin Braun could not find the target and crosses from new acquisition Danny Barrera could not find a finish. Republic FC outshot the Aztex 20-4 but they were only able to put 4 of those shots on goal. The match ended in a 1-0 defeat for Republic FC, the team’s second loss at home in USL play in 2015.

“It just doesn’t seem to be going our way and I thought tonight we pushed hard,” said Republic FC captain Braun following the match. “Unfortunately, they get one chance and score the goal. The league is definitely better this year than last.”

Republic FC will be in action again June 13 when they take on Arizona United SC in Scottsdale, Ariz. The match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com.

Republic FC had their best scoring chance of the match in the 56th minute when Iwasa sent a header on goal only to have it saved by a diving Perales. Soon after, in the 58th minute the Aztex used a strong build-up to send the ball out wide to defender Max Gunderson who found his defensive mate Travis Golden open in the box. Golden sent a one-touch left-footed shot to McLain’s right. McLain was able to get a hand on it but the shot deflected right into the back of the net for a 1-0 Aztex lead.

Despite a number of chances in the final half hour, Republic FC could not find an equalizer. Shots from Gilberto and forward Justin Braun could not find the target and crosses from new acquisition Danny Barrera could not find a finish. Republic FC outshot the Aztex 20-4 but they were only able to put 4 of those shots on goal. The match ended in a 1-0 defeat for Republic FC, the team’s second loss at home in USL play in 2015.

“It just doesn’t seem to be going our way and I thought tonight we pushed hard,” said Republic FC captain Braun following the match. “Unfortunately, they get one chance and score the goal. The league is definitely better this year than last.”

Republic FC will be in action again June 13 when they take on Arizona United SC in Scottsdale, Ariz. The match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com.

Sacramento Republic FC 0:1 Austin Aztex
USL Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
June 6, 2015 – Attendance: 11,442 (sellout)

Scoring Summary: ATX – Kris Tyrpak (Max Gunderson) 58

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Derek Foran (caution) 24, Justin Braun (caution) 57; ATX – Travis Golden (caution) 52

Austin Aztex – Devin Perales; Max Gunderson, Mikey Ambrose, Lance Razeboom, Travis Golden; Mozzi Gyorio (Tony Rocha 74), Fernando Timbo (Ryan Roushandel 80), Guaraci, Kris Tyrpak (Brian Fekete 90), Drew Yates (Leone Cruz 83), Andres Cuero (Sainey Touray 60)

Subs Not Used: Cody Laurendi, Brian Fekete, Brendan King.

Stats: Shots: 4, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 4, Fouls: 6, Corner Kicks: 1, Offside: 2.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Agustin Cazarez, Nemanja Vuković, Mickey Daly, Emrah Klimenta; Justin Braun, Derek Foran (Gilberto 60), Zev Taublieb (Thomas Stewart 70), Octavio Guzman (Danny Barrera 60); David Estrada, Cameron Iwasa

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Matthias Bonvehi, Gabe Gissie, Alfonso Motagalvan

Stats: Shots: 20, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 4, Fouls: 7, Corner Kicks: 7, Offside: 2.

Sacramento Republic FC 0:1 Austin Aztex
USL Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
June 6, 2015 – Attendance: 11,442 (sellout)

Scoring Summary: ATX – Kris Tyrpak (Max Gunderson) 58

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Derek Foran (caution) 24, Justin Braun (caution) 57; ATX – Travis Golden (caution) 52

Austin Aztex – Devin Perales; Max Gunderson, Mikey Ambrose, Lance Razeboom, Travis Golden; Mozzi Gyorio (Tony Rocha 74), Fernando Timbo (Ryan Roushandel 80), Guaraci, Kris Tyrpak (Brian Fekete 90), Drew Yates (Leone Cruz 83), Andres Cuero (Sainey Touray 60)

Subs Not Used: Cody Laurendi, Brian Fekete, Brendan King.

Stats: Shots: 4, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 4, Fouls: 6, Corner Kicks: 1, Offside: 2.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Agustin Cazarez, Nemanja Vuković, Mickey Daly, Emrah Klimenta; Justin Braun, Derek Foran (Gilberto 60), Zev Taublieb (Thomas Stewart 70), Octavio Guzman (Danny Barrera 60); David Estrada, Cameron Iwasa

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Matthias Bonvehi, Gabe Gissie, Alfonso Motagalvan

Stats: Shots: 20, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 4, Fouls: 7, Corner Kicks: 7, Offside: 2.

Republic FC started the scoring early in the match, scoring first in the 9th minute. Midfielder Max Alvarez took advantage of a free kick just outside the box and sent in a left-footed, in-swinging cross. Octavio Guzman beat his man to the spot, went airborne and finished the play with a powerful header into the back of the net past a diving Chula Vista FC keeper Sebastian Ortiz.

Chula Vista FC pulled even after a foul was called on Republic FC in the penalty box. Midfielder Francis Ramirez stepped up to the spot and struck the ball to Republic FC goalkeeper Dominik Jakubek’s right, as the keeper dove to his left. The goal pulled the teams even at 1-1 in the 40th minute.

Republic FC would answer quickly after the penalty kick with a goal in the 43rd minute. Forward Adnan Gabeljic dispossessed a Chula Vista FC defender and took two touches towards goal. Gabeljic then sent a laser of a left-footed shot into the low corner of the net to Ortiz’s left. The 2-1 Republic FC advantage would hold until halftime.

Republic FC started the scoring early in the match, scoring first in the 9th minute. Midfielder Max Alvarez took advantage of a free kick just outside the box and sent in a left-footed, in-swinging cross. Octavio Guzman beat his man to the spot, went airborne and finished the play with a powerful header into the back of the net past a diving Chula Vista FC keeper Sebastian Ortiz.

Chula Vista FC pulled even after a foul was called on Republic FC in the penalty box. Midfielder Francis Ramirez stepped up to the spot and struck the ball to Republic FC goalkeeper Dominik Jakubek’s right, as the keeper dove to his left. The goal pulled the teams even at 1-1 in the 40th minute.

Republic FC would answer quickly after the penalty kick with a goal in the 43rd minute. Forward Adnan Gabeljic dispossessed a Chula Vista FC defender and took two touches towards goal. Gabeljic then sent a laser of a left-footed shot into the low corner of the net to Ortiz’s left. The 2-1 Republic FC advantage would hold until halftime.

Republic FC forward Thomas Stewart would add a third goal for the home side in the 53rd minute. Stewart controlled a Matthias Bonvehi pass just outside the box and sent a left-footed strike on net. The shot took a slight deflection off of a diving Cula Vista FC defender, but still had enough pace to beat Ortiz for the goal. The goal was Stewart’s fourth in the 2015 U.S. Open Cup, currently leading the competition.

Gabeljic scored his second goal in the 59th minute after some beautiful build up play from Rodrigo Lopez and Stewart. Lopez sent a through ball into the box for Stewart who held up his man and one-touched the ball back to a charging Lopez. The midfielder was taken down but the ball found Gabeljic who controlled the box and sent a right-footed curling shot into the upper right corner of the net to put Republic FC up 4-1.

Republic FC midfielder Zev Taublieb tallied in the 73rd minute off of a Lopez rebound opportunity. On the ensuing kickoff, Chula Vista FC Alberto Diaz sent a deep through ball that second half-substitute Joey Estrada ran onto. Jakubek came off his line but could not get there in time as Estrada lifted the ball over him and it rolled into the back of the net. Forward Mario Rubio would beat Jakubek in the 80th minute as well to push the scoreline to 5-3 in favor of Republic FC.

Lopez got into the scoring act in the 85th minute sending a Gabe Gissie cross into the back of the net. In the 89th minute, Gabeljic finished off his hat-trick as he received a Gissie pass in the middle of the box and sent a bullet shot past Ortiz making the score 7-3.

“It’s good to get back out there and get another 90 minutes under my belt,” said Stewart after the match. “It’s just about winning games. I’m happy to have contributed.”

Republic FC will face the San Jose Earthquakes in the fourth round of the U.S. Open Cup on Tuesday, June 16 at Avaya Stadium. Details on tickets for Republic FC designated seating at the fourth round match will be announced soon.

Republic FC will return to USL action on Saturday, May 30, when they take on Real Monarchs SLC at Bonney Field. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. PDT. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Republic FC forward Thomas Stewart would add a third goal for the home side in the 53rd minute. Stewart controlled a Matthias Bonvehi pass just outside the box and sent a left-footed strike on net. The shot took a slight deflection off of a diving Cula Vista FC defender, but still had enough pace to beat Ortiz for the goal. The goal was Stewart’s fourth in the 2015 U.S. Open Cup, currently leading the competition.

Gabeljic scored his second goal in the 59th minute after some beautiful build up play from Rodrigo Lopez and Stewart. Lopez sent a through ball into the box for Stewart who held up his man and one-touched the ball back to a charging Lopez. The midfielder was taken down but the ball found Gabeljic who controlled the box and sent a right-footed curling shot into the upper right corner of the net to put Republic FC up 4-1.

Republic FC midfielder Zev Taublieb tallied in the 73rd minute off of a Lopez rebound opportunity. On the ensuing kickoff, Chula Vista FC Alberto Diaz sent a deep through ball that second half-substitute Joey Estrada ran onto. Jakubek came off his line but could not get there in time as Estrada lifted the ball over him and it rolled into the back of the net. Forward Mario Rubio would beat Jakubek in the 80th minute as well to push the scoreline to 5-3 in favor of Republic FC.

Lopez got into the scoring act in the 85th minute sending a Gabe Gissie cross into the back of the net. In the 89th minute, Gabeljic finished off his hat-trick as he received a Gissie pass in the middle of the box and sent a bullet shot past Ortiz making the score 7-3.

“It’s good to get back out there and get another 90 minutes under my belt,” said Stewart after the match. “It’s just about winning games. I’m happy to have contributed.”

Republic FC will face the San Jose Earthquakes in the fourth round of the U.S. Open Cup on Tuesday, June 16 at Avaya Stadium. Details on tickets for Republic FC designated seating at the fourth round match will be announced soon.

Republic FC will return to USL action on Saturday, May 30, when they take on Real Monarchs SLC at Bonney Field. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. PDT. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Sacramento Republic FC 7:3 Chula Vista FC
Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
May 27, 2015 – Attendance: 10,018

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Octavio Guzman (Max Alvarez) 9, Adnan Gabeljic 43, Thomas Stewart (Matthias Bonvehi) 52, Adnan Gabeljic 59, Zev Taublieb 74, Rodrigo Lopez (Gabe Gissie) 85, Adnan Gabeljic (Gabe Gissie) 89; CVFC – Francis Ramirez (penalty) 40, Joey Estrada (Alberto Diaz)74, Mario Rubio (Alberto Diaz) 81.

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Dominik Jakubek (caution) 39, Zev Taublieb (caution) 57; CVFC – Angel Pinal (caution) 25.

Chula Vista FC – Sebastian Ortiz; Angel Gonzalez, Luis Alvarado, Jimmy Estrada, Rodrigo Fuentes; Manuel Carillo, Francis Ramirez (Joey Estrada 70), Alberto Diaz; Mario Rubio, Oscar Ortega (Jaime Verdin 50), Angel Pinal (Oscar Casillas 55).

Subs Not Used: Miguel David, David Luquen, Gilberto Perez-Lopez, David Zendejas.

Stats: Shots: 5, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 8, Fouls: 15, Corner Kicks: 2, Offside: 4.

Sacramento Republic FC – Dominik Jakubek; Matthias Bonvehi, Derek Foran, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez (Emrah Klimenta 66); Max Alvarez (Gabe Gissie 64), Zev Taublieb, Octavio Guzman (Ivan Mirković 60), Rodrigo Lopez; Adnan Gabeljic, Thomas Stewart.

Subs Not Used: Patrick McLain, Cameron Iwasa, Justin Braun, Alfonso Motagalvan.

Stats: Shots: 26, Shots on Goal: 15, Saves: 0, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 7, Offside: 5.

Sacramento Republic FC 7:3 Chula Vista FC
Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
May 27, 2015 – Attendance: 10,018

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Octavio Guzman (Max Alvarez) 9, Adnan Gabeljic 43, Thomas Stewart (Matthias Bonvehi) 52, Adnan Gabeljic 59, Zev Taublieb 74, Rodrigo Lopez (Gabe Gissie) 85, Adnan Gabeljic (Gabe Gissie) 89; CVFC – Francis Ramirez (penalty) 40, Joey Estrada (Alberto Diaz)74, Mario Rubio (Alberto Diaz) 81.

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Dominik Jakubek (caution) 39, Zev Taublieb (caution) 57; CVFC – Angel Pinal (caution) 25.

Chula Vista FC – Sebastian Ortiz; Angel Gonzalez, Luis Alvarado, Jimmy Estrada, Rodrigo Fuentes; Manuel Carillo, Francis Ramirez (Joey Estrada 70), Alberto Diaz; Mario Rubio, Oscar Ortega (Jaime Verdin 50), Angel Pinal (Oscar Casillas 55).

Subs Not Used: Miguel David, David Luquen, Gilberto Perez-Lopez, David Zendejas.

Stats: Shots: 5, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 8, Fouls: 15, Corner Kicks: 2, Offside: 4.

Sacramento Republic FC – Dominik Jakubek; Matthias Bonvehi, Derek Foran, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez (Emrah Klimenta 66); Max Alvarez (Gabe Gissie 64), Zev Taublieb, Octavio Guzman (Ivan Mirković 60), Rodrigo Lopez; Adnan Gabeljic, Thomas Stewart.

Subs Not Used: Patrick McLain, Cameron Iwasa, Justin Braun, Alfonso Motagalvan.

Stats: Shots: 26, Shots on Goal: 15, Saves: 0, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 7, Offside: 5.

Sacramento Republic FC (6-5-0, 18pts) was forced to play much of the game down to 10 men, as Rodrigo Lopez was sent off in the 11th minute after a play near the box.

Oklahoma City Energy FC (3-2-3, 12 pts) capitalized on its man-advantage in the 20th minute as Sebastian Dalgaard gave Energy FC a 1-0 lead. Dalgaard fielded a cross in front of the goal by Casey Townsend and knocked it past Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain, for his second goal of the season. Danni König added a second OKC goal in the 35th minute, giving Energy FC a 2-0 lead at the half.

Republic FC battled back in the second half despite being down to 10 men, and in the 61st minute Adnan Gabeljic cut the deficit in half. In heavy rain, both sides pushed forward in the final half-hour, but Energy FC held on for its third win of the season in the USL, and moved within a point of the top six positions in the Western Conference standings.

Republic FC returns to Bonney Field when they take on Chula Vista FC in their second Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup match on Wednesday, May 27. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. The match is included in season ticket packages. Single match tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.

Sacramento Republic FC 1:2 Oklahoma City Energy FC
USL Match
Taft Stadium – Oklamhoma City
May 23, 2015 – Attendance: 3,717

Scoring Summary: OKC – Sebastian Dalgaard (Casey Townsend) 20, Danni König (Casey Townsend) 35; Adnan Gabeljic (Emrah Klimenta) 62

Misconduct Summary: OKC – Sebastian Dalgaard (caution) 60, Peabo Doue (caution) 66, Peabo Doue (caution/ejection) 80; SRFC – Rodrigo Lopez (ejection) 9, Cameron Iwasa (caution) 44, Derek Foran (caution) 45, Nemanja Vuković (caution) 45.

Oklahoma City Energy FC – Evan Newton; Michael Thomas, Jacob Vancompernolle, Coady Andrews, Peabo Odue; Greg Mulamba, Gareth Evans, Chuy Sanchez (Kyle Greig 59); Casey Townsend (Michael Harris 39), Danni Konig, Sebastian Dalgaard (Cyprian Hedrick 90).

Subs Not Used: Ray Clark, Peter Toth, Omar Daley, Bryan Byars.

Stats: Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 3, Fouls: 15, Corner Kicks: 2, Offside: 2.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, James Kiffe (Derek Foran 23, Zev Taublieb 77); Joaquin Rivas (Adnan Gabeljic 54), Ivan Mirković, Gilberto (Cameron Iwasa 34), Rodrigo Lopez; David Estrada, Justin Braun.

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Max Alvarez, Gabe Gissie

Stats: Shots: 9, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 1, Fouls: 6, Corner Kicks: 9, Offside: 4.

Sacramento Republic FC (6-5-0, 18pts) was forced to play much of the game down to 10 men, as Rodrigo Lopez was sent off in the 11th minute after a play near the box.

Oklahoma City Energy FC (3-2-3, 12 pts) capitalized on its man-advantage in the 20th minute as Sebastian Dalgaard gave Energy FC a 1-0 lead. Dalgaard fielded a cross in front of the goal by Casey Townsend and knocked it past Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain, for his second goal of the season. Danni König added a second OKC goal in the 35th minute, giving Energy FC a 2-0 lead at the half.

Republic FC battled back in the second half despite being down to 10 men, and in the 61st minute Adnan Gabeljic cut the deficit in half. In heavy rain, both sides pushed forward in the final half-hour, but Energy FC held on for its third win of the season in the USL, and moved within a point of the top six positions in the Western Conference standings.

Republic FC returns to Bonney Field when they take on Chula Vista FC in their second Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup match on Wednesday, May 27. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. The match is included in season ticket packages. Single match tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.

Sacramento Republic FC 1:2 Oklahoma City Energy FC
USL Match
Taft Stadium – Oklamhoma City
May 23, 2015 – Attendance: 3,717

Scoring Summary: OKC – Sebastian Dalgaard (Casey Townsend) 20, Danni König (Casey Townsend) 35; Adnan Gabeljic (Emrah Klimenta) 62

Misconduct Summary: OKC – Sebastian Dalgaard (caution) 60, Peabo Doue (caution) 66, Peabo Doue (caution/ejection) 80; SRFC – Rodrigo Lopez (ejection) 9, Cameron Iwasa (caution) 44, Derek Foran (caution) 45, Nemanja Vuković (caution) 45.

Oklahoma City Energy FC – Evan Newton; Michael Thomas, Jacob Vancompernolle, Coady Andrews, Peabo Odue; Greg Mulamba, Gareth Evans, Chuy Sanchez (Kyle Greig 59); Casey Townsend (Michael Harris 39), Danni Konig, Sebastian Dalgaard (Cyprian Hedrick 90).

Subs Not Used: Ray Clark, Peter Toth, Omar Daley, Bryan Byars.

Stats: Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 3, Fouls: 15, Corner Kicks: 2, Offside: 2.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, James Kiffe (Derek Foran 23, Zev Taublieb 77); Joaquin Rivas (Adnan Gabeljic 54), Ivan Mirković, Gilberto (Cameron Iwasa 34), Rodrigo Lopez; David Estrada, Justin Braun.

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Max Alvarez, Gabe Gissie

Stats: Shots: 9, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 1, Fouls: 6, Corner Kicks: 9, Offside: 4.

Sacramento Republic FC started the scoring off in the 9th minute, when defender Emrah Klimenta sent a low, driven shot on goal. Sonoma County Sol FC keeper Arturo Ornelas made the initial save but the rebound was tapped in by Republic FC forward Thomas Stewart, who beat Ornelas to the ball and flipped it over the keeper as the ball went into the back of the net putting Republic FC up 1-0.

Republic FC wasted no time in adding a second goal as they scored again in the 12th minute. This time midfielder Gabe Gonzalez was the beneficiary of a Stewart cross into the box. Gonzalez headed the cross on net, only to have it saved by Ornelas, but again the rebound chance led to a goal as Gonzalez followed his shot and hit a volley right past the keeper for a 2-0 lead.

The Sol would get a goal back in the 26th minute. Forward Omar Nuno received a long ball from the midfield and made a turn on goal. Nuno then sent a driven right-footed shot into the upper-corner of the net, past Republic FC keeper Dominik Jakubek.

Stewart would add a second goal just before halftime in the 43rd minute when a through ball up the middle that went through a defender’s legs. Stewart, who was making an attacking run, found himself onside and in perfect position to whip a left-footed shot around Ornelas and into the back of the net for his second goal of the match. The 3-1 score line would carry into halftime.

Sacramento Republic FC started the scoring off in the 9th minute, when defender Emrah Klimenta sent a low, driven shot on goal. Sonoma County Sol FC keeper Arturo Ornelas made the initial save but the rebound was tapped in by Republic FC forward Thomas Stewart, who beat Ornelas to the ball and flipped it over the keeper as the ball went into the back of the net putting Republic FC up 1-0.

Republic FC wasted no time in adding a second goal as they scored again in the 12th minute. This time midfielder Gabe Gonzalez was the beneficiary of a Stewart cross into the box. Gonzalez headed the cross on net, only to have it saved by Ornelas, but again the rebound chance led to a goal as Gonzalez followed his shot and hit a volley right past the keeper for a 2-0 lead.

The Sol would get a goal back in the 26th minute. Forward Omar Nuno received a long ball from the midfield and made a turn on goal. Nuno then sent a driven right-footed shot into the upper-corner of the net, past Republic FC keeper Dominik Jakubek.

Stewart would add a second goal just before halftime in the 43rd minute when a through ball up the middle that went through a defender’s legs. Stewart, who was making an attacking run, found himself onside and in perfect position to whip a left-footed shot around Ornelas and into the back of the net for his second goal of the match. The 3-1 score line would carry into halftime.

Stewart finished his hat trick in the 61st minute when midfielder Cameron Iwasa attacked up the left flank of the pitch. Stewart made an attacking run up the middle and Iwasa sent a low cross on the ground to an unmarked Stewart. The Republic FC forward slid to reach the pass and sent a right-footed shot into the back of the net for his third goal of the match and a 4-1 lead for Republic FC.

Sol forward Nuno scored his second goal of the match in the 73rd minute as he found space behind the defense. Jesus Arroyo sent a through ball into the box, Nuno controlled the ball and promptly slid a shot past Jakubek to make it a 4-2 match.

The Sol had a chance to pull even closer in the 77th minute after Jakubek was called for a foul in the box resulting in a penalty. Sol captain Taylor Varnadore stepped up to the penalty spot and proceeded to send a laser shot off the outside of the right post to keep the score 4-2.

Republic FC would go down a man for the last four minutes of the match after Stewart was injured following a tackle by Sol defender Arroyo. Arroyo was shown a yellow card for the tackle. Stewart injured his right ankle and will be evaluated further by Republic FC’s medical staff. He underwent the Kindner procedure, a surgery for a type II accessory navicular, on his left foot earlier this season and returned to play on April 24.

Republic FC set a U.S. Open Cup second round record with 10,386 tickets sold for tonight's match.  The match was included in Republic FC's season ticket package.

Republic FC will take on Chula Vista FC in the third round of the U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday, May 27. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. at Bonney Field. Single match tickets will go on sale May 21 at Ticketmaster.com. Season Ticket Holders may use their “Special Match B” tickets.

Stewart finished his hat trick in the 61st minute when midfielder Cameron Iwasa attacked up the left flank of the pitch. Stewart made an attacking run up the middle and Iwasa sent a low cross on the ground to an unmarked Stewart. The Republic FC forward slid to reach the pass and sent a right-footed shot into the back of the net for his third goal of the match and a 4-1 lead for Republic FC.

Sol forward Nuno scored his second goal of the match in the 73rd minute as he found space behind the defense. Jesus Arroyo sent a through ball into the box, Nuno controlled the ball and promptly slid a shot past Jakubek to make it a 4-2 match.

The Sol had a chance to pull even closer in the 77th minute after Jakubek was called for a foul in the box resulting in a penalty. Sol captain Taylor Varnadore stepped up to the penalty spot and proceeded to send a laser shot off the outside of the right post to keep the score 4-2.

Republic FC would go down a man for the last four minutes of the match after Stewart was injured following a tackle by Sol defender Arroyo. Arroyo was shown a yellow card for the tackle. Stewart injured his right ankle and will be evaluated further by Republic FC’s medical staff. He underwent the Kindner procedure, a surgery for a type II accessory navicular, on his left foot earlier this season and returned to play on April 24.

Republic FC set a U.S. Open Cup second round record with 10,386 tickets sold for tonight’s match.  The match was included in Republic FC’s season ticket package.

Republic FC will take on Chula Vista FC in the third round of the U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday, May 27. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. at Bonney Field. Single match tickets will go on sale May 21 at Ticketmaster.com. Season Ticket Holders may use their “Special Match B” tickets.

Sacramento Republic FC 4:2 Sonoma County Sol FC
U.S. Open Cup Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
May 20, 2015 – Attendance: 10,386

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Thomas Stewart 9, Gabe Gonzalez 12, Thomas Stewart (Zev Taublieb) 43, Thomas Stewart (Cameron Iwasa) 61; SOL – Omar Nuno (Trevor Hurst) 26, Omar Nuno (Jesus Arroyo) 73.

Misconduct Summary: SOL – Angel Acevedo (caution) 14, Jesus Arroyo (caution) 86, Brandon Boone (caution) 90

Sonoma County Sol FC – Arturo Ornelas; Oscar Ortiz, Christopher Rodd, Taylor Varnadore (Brandon Boone 83), Angel Acevedo; Edgar Amador, Simon Wheatley, Tyler Hurst (Jesus Arroyo 58); Trevor Hurst, Omar Nuno, Nico Spann (Justin Ferriera 69).

Subs Not Used: James Delcurto, Lee Summerscales, Noah Paravicini.

Stats: Shots: 8, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 8, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 0, Offside: 0.

Sacramento Republic FC – Dominik Jakubek; Emrah Klimenta (Gabe Gissie 45), Derek Foran, Alfonso Motagalvan, Matthias Bonvehi; Joaquin Rivas, Zev Taublieb, Octavio Guzman (Cameron Iwasa 22), Gabe Gonzalez (Max Alvarez 76); Thomas Stewart, Adnan Gabeljic.

Subs Not Used: Patrick McLain, Rodrigo Lopez, Nemanja Vuković, Ivan Mirković.

Stats: Shots: 23, Shots on Goal: 12, Saves: 3, Fouls: 8, Corner Kicks: 8, Offside: 2.

Sacramento Republic FC 4:2 Sonoma County Sol FC
U.S. Open Cup Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
May 20, 2015 – Attendance: 10,386

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Thomas Stewart 9, Gabe Gonzalez 12, Thomas Stewart (Zev Taublieb) 43, Thomas Stewart (Cameron Iwasa) 61; SOL – Omar Nuno (Trevor Hurst) 26, Omar Nuno (Jesus Arroyo) 73.

Misconduct Summary: SOL – Angel Acevedo (caution) 14, Jesus Arroyo (caution) 86, Brandon Boone (caution) 90

Sonoma County Sol FC – Arturo Ornelas; Oscar Ortiz, Christopher Rodd, Taylor Varnadore (Brandon Boone 83), Angel Acevedo; Edgar Amador, Simon Wheatley, Tyler Hurst (Jesus Arroyo 58); Trevor Hurst, Omar Nuno, Nico Spann (Justin Ferriera 69).

Subs Not Used: James Delcurto, Lee Summerscales, Noah Paravicini.

Stats: Shots: 8, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 8, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 0, Offside: 0.

Sacramento Republic FC – Dominik Jakubek; Emrah Klimenta (Gabe Gissie 45), Derek Foran, Alfonso Motagalvan, Matthias Bonvehi; Joaquin Rivas, Zev Taublieb, Octavio Guzman (Cameron Iwasa 22), Gabe Gonzalez (Max Alvarez 76); Thomas Stewart, Adnan Gabeljic.

Subs Not Used: Patrick McLain, Rodrigo Lopez, Nemanja Vuković, Ivan Mirković.

Stats: Shots: 23, Shots on Goal: 12, Saves: 3, Fouls: 8, Corner Kicks: 8, Offside: 2.

Republic FC looked to gain an advantage early in the match pressuring the LA Galaxy II defense with an early opportunity at goal in the first minute. Republic FC forward Justin Braun broke down the left side of the field and sent a cross into the middle of the box where two Republic FC attackers were lurking but the ball missed both and was cleared.

The match leveled out for the most of the first half with each side getting just one good look at goal. Los Dos saw their best opportunity in the 40th minute after a foul in the middle of the pitch. Galaxy II restarted play quickly and beat the Republic FC defense on the left side. Los Dos midfielder Ariel Lassiter cut the ball back multiple times at the top of the box before sending a low strike that beat Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain but struck the left post and was cleared by the defense.

Republic FC saw their chance come in the 45th minute when Braun again got free on the left side of the defense. Braun sent a strong low strike toward the near post but Los Dos keeper Clement Diop was up to the task, making the kick save and keeping the match scoreless at the half.

Republic FC looked to gain an advantage early in the match pressuring the LA Galaxy II defense with an early opportunity at goal in the first minute. Republic FC forward Justin Braun broke down the left side of the field and sent a cross into the middle of the box where two Republic FC attackers were lurking but the ball missed both and was cleared.

The match leveled out for the most of the first half with each side getting just one good look at goal. Los Dos saw their best opportunity in the 40th minute after a foul in the middle of the pitch. Galaxy II restarted play quickly and beat the Republic FC defense on the left side. Los Dos midfielder Ariel Lassiter cut the ball back multiple times at the top of the box before sending a low strike that beat Republic FC keeper Patrick McLain but struck the left post and was cleared by the defense.

Republic FC saw their chance come in the 45th minute when Braun again got free on the left side of the defense. Braun sent a strong low strike toward the near post but Los Dos keeper Clement Diop was up to the task, making the kick save and keeping the match scoreless at the half.

Republic FC came out attacking in the second half constantly going after the Los Dos back line. In the 65th minute, they would finally break through. Midfielder Ivan Mirković won a 50-50 ball in the middle of the pitch and then sent a pass to defender Emrah Klimenta who was streaking up the right side of the pitch. Klimenta then passed the ball back to Gilberto who sent in his cross to the back post and a waiting Rodrigo Lopez. Lopez settled the ball then sent a low finessed shot into the right side of the goal putting Republic FC ahead 1-0.

Los Dos put pressure for a late goal and got their best chance at an equalizer in the final four minutes of the match. McLain would make three big plays in that time including punching two crosses clear and coming up with the biggest save of the match. In the 90th minute, a strong cross was swung into the box where it found the head of Los Dos forward Jack McBean. McBean flicked the ball toward goal and over the head of McLain. McLain rushed quickly toward goal and made a great save pushing the sure goal over the crossbar and preserving the 1-0 win.

The goal by Lopez was his USL-leading seventh of the season and his seventh all-time against Los Dos. The Republic FC defense also recorded their second straight shutout and have not allowed a goal in 202 consecutive minutes, their second 200-plus minute shutout streak of the season. The match is also the USL-leading fourth shutout for McLain this season.

Republic FC will be back in action on Wednesday, May 20 when they take on the Sonoma County Sol in the U.S. Open Cup. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. PDT at Bonney Field. Tickets start at $13 on Ticketmaster.com.

Republic FC came out attacking in the second half constantly going after the Los Dos back line. In the 65th minute, they would finally break through. Midfielder Ivan Mirković won a 50-50 ball in the middle of the pitch and then sent a pass to defender Emrah Klimenta who was streaking up the right side of the pitch. Klimenta then passed the ball back to Gilberto who sent in his cross to the back post and a waiting Rodrigo Lopez. Lopez settled the ball then sent a low finessed shot into the right side of the goal putting Republic FC ahead 1-0.

Los Dos put pressure for a late goal and got their best chance at an equalizer in the final four minutes of the match. McLain would make three big plays in that time including punching two crosses clear and coming up with the biggest save of the match. In the 90th minute, a strong cross was swung into the box where it found the head of Los Dos forward Jack McBean. McBean flicked the ball toward goal and over the head of McLain. McLain rushed quickly toward goal and made a great save pushing the sure goal over the crossbar and preserving the 1-0 win.

The goal by Lopez was his USL-leading seventh of the season and his seventh all-time against Los Dos. The Republic FC defense also recorded their second straight shutout and have not allowed a goal in 202 consecutive minutes, their second 200-plus minute shutout streak of the season. The match is also the USL-leading fourth shutout for McLain this season.

Republic FC will be back in action on Wednesday, May 20 when they take on the Sonoma County Sol in the U.S. Open Cup. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. PDT at Bonney Field. Tickets start at $13 on Ticketmaster.com.

Photos Courtesy LA Galaxy II
 

LA Galaxy II 0:1 Sacramento Republic FC
USL Match
StubHub Center – Carson, CA
May 17, 2015 – Attendance: 689

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Rodrigo Lopez (Gilberto) 65.

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Ivan Mirković (caution) 73; LA – Jason Bli (caution) 68, Jaime Villarreal (caution) 84.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, James Kiffe; Max Alvarez (Octavio Guzman 45), Gilberto, Ivan Mirković, Rodrigo Lopez; Justin Braun, David Estrada

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Derek Foran, Thomas Stewart, Adnan Gabeljic, Zev Taublieb, Joaquin Rivas.

Stats: Shots: 10, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 3, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 5.

LA Galaxy II – Clement Diop; Joe Franco, Daniel Steres, Dave Romney, Bradley Diallo (Jason Bli 61); Ariel Lassiter, Andre Auras (Adonis Amaya 77), Kenney Walker (Alejandro Covarrubias 45), Raul Mendiola (Jaime Villarreal 45); Kainoa Bailey (Edson Buddle 61), Jack McBean.

Subs Not Used: Nick Shackleford, Travis Bowen.

Stats: Shots: 7, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 3, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 1.

Photos Courtesy LA Galaxy II
 

LA Galaxy II 0:1 Sacramento Republic FC
USL Match
StubHub Center – Carson, CA
May 17, 2015 – Attendance: 689

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Rodrigo Lopez (Gilberto) 65.

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Ivan Mirković (caution) 73; LA – Jason Bli (caution) 68, Jaime Villarreal (caution) 84.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, James Kiffe; Max Alvarez (Octavio Guzman 45), Gilberto, Ivan Mirković, Rodrigo Lopez; Justin Braun, David Estrada

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Derek Foran, Thomas Stewart, Adnan Gabeljic, Zev Taublieb, Joaquin Rivas.

Stats: Shots: 10, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 3, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 5.

LA Galaxy II – Clement Diop; Joe Franco, Daniel Steres, Dave Romney, Bradley Diallo (Jason Bli 61); Ariel Lassiter, Andre Auras (Adonis Amaya 77), Kenney Walker (Alejandro Covarrubias 45), Raul Mendiola (Jaime Villarreal 45); Kainoa Bailey (Edson Buddle 61), Jack McBean.

Subs Not Used: Nick Shackleford, Travis Bowen.

Stats: Shots: 7, Shots on Goal: 3, Saves: 3, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 1.

Republic FC started the scoring early in the 19th minute when midfielder Rodrigo Lopez sent a right-footed free kick into the box from just inside the left touchline. Defender Nemanja Vuković was left wide-open at the 6 yard box and calmly flicked a header past S2 keeper Charlie Lyon and into the back of the net for an early 1-0 lead that would hold until halftime.

Tensions between the two sides grew hotter in the 26th minute when Mickey Daly was called for a foul after a push on S2 forward Andy Craven just outside the box. Both teams engaged in a shouting match with a few jersey grabs mixed in before the referee intervened and gave a yellow card to Daly and S2 midfielder Giuliano Frano. Frano would later receive a second yellow card and an ejection for a slide tackle in the 65th minute.

Republic FC started the scoring early in the 19th minute when midfielder Rodrigo Lopez sent a right-footed free kick into the box from just inside the left touchline. Defender Nemanja Vuković was left wide-open at the 6 yard box and calmly flicked a header past S2 keeper Charlie Lyon and into the back of the net for an early 1-0 lead that would hold until halftime.

Tensions between the two sides grew hotter in the 26th minute when Mickey Daly was called for a foul after a push on S2 forward Andy Craven just outside the box. Both teams engaged in a shouting match with a few jersey grabs mixed in before the referee intervened and gave a yellow card to Daly and S2 midfielder Giuliano Frano. Frano would later receive a second yellow card and an ejection for a slide tackle in the 65th minute.

Both goalkeepers were tested in a frantic five-minute span starting with Patrick McLain in the 50th minute. Craven sent a ball down the wing to Darwin Jones who took a curling shot on goal that McLain made a diving save on. McLain was called into action again in the 52nd minute when he had to make another diving save, this time to his right. S2 keeper Lyon then made a diving save of his own on a Lopez shot in the 54th minute.

Republic FC would add a second goal in the 63rd minute after a strong build-up from defender James Kiffe and midfielder Gilberto, who then sent a low cross to Lopez just outside the box. Lopez quickly sent a give-and-go ball to Max Alvarez who one-touched it back to Lopez in behind the defense. Lopez took one touch toward goal and promptly slotted a left-footed shot past Lyon and into the side netting for a 2-0 lead.

The home side added a third goal with the man advantage in the form of second-half substitute Adnan Gabeljic. After a clearance from a S2 defender deflected right to him, Gabeljic controlled the ball and sent a bullet left-footed shot through a defender and past Lyon for a decisive 3-0 score line, which would hold for the final score.

“I thought the guys fought really hard and we made it really tough on their guys," Lopez said after the match. "We were able to find some gaps and we did our job on the field. We can’t just play well against the top teams, we have to do this against every team.”

Republic FC will travel to Carson, Calif. to take on LA Galaxy II on Sunday, May 17. Kickoff is 4:15 p.m. PDT.  The match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday.

Both goalkeepers were tested in a frantic five-minute span starting with Patrick McLain in the 50th minute. Craven sent a ball down the wing to Darwin Jones who took a curling shot on goal that McLain made a diving save on. McLain was called into action again in the 52nd minute when he had to make another diving save, this time to his right. S2 keeper Lyon then made a diving save of his own on a Lopez shot in the 54th minute.

Republic FC would add a second goal in the 63rd minute after a strong build-up from defender James Kiffe and midfielder Gilberto, who then sent a low cross to Lopez just outside the box. Lopez quickly sent a give-and-go ball to Max Alvarez who one-touched it back to Lopez in behind the defense. Lopez took one touch toward goal and promptly slotted a left-footed shot past Lyon and into the side netting for a 2-0 lead.

The home side added a third goal with the man advantage in the form of second-half substitute Adnan Gabeljic. After a clearance from a S2 defender deflected right to him, Gabeljic controlled the ball and sent a bullet left-footed shot through a defender and past Lyon for a decisive 3-0 score line, which would hold for the final score.

“I thought the guys fought really hard and we made it really tough on their guys,” Lopez said after the match. “We were able to find some gaps and we did our job on the field. We can’t just play well against the top teams, we have to do this against every team.”

Republic FC will travel to Carson, Calif. to take on LA Galaxy II on Sunday, May 17. Kickoff is 4:15 p.m. PDT.  The match will be streamed live at www.sacrepublicfc.com/matchday.

Sacramento Republic FC 3:0 Seattle Sounders FC 2
USL Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
May 9, 2015 – Attendance: 11,242 (sellout)

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Nemanja Vuković (Rodrigo Lopez) 19, Rodrigo Lopez (Max Alvarez) 62, Adnan Gabeljic 78

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Mickey Daly (caution) 26, SEA – Giuliano Frano (caution) 26, Damion Lowe (caution) 34, SRFC – Ivan Mirković (caution) 43, SEA – Duncan McCormick (caution) 58, SEA- Giuliano Frano (caution/ejection) 65

Seattle Sounders FC 2 – Charlie Lyon; Jimmy Ockford (Choong Sil Lim 72), Aaron Long, Damion Lowe, Nicholas Miele; Amadou Sanyang (Duncan McCormick 16), Giuliano Frano, Sam Garza (Qudus Lawal 78), Darwin Jones (Aaron Kovar 57), Pablo Rossi (Victor Mansaray 63), Andy Craven

Subs Not Used: Saif Kerawala, Lorenzo Ramos.

Stats: Shots: 12, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 6, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 1.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez (James Kiffe 44); Gilberto, Ivan Mirković (Derek Foran 88), Max Alvarez (Adnan Gabeljic 64), Rodrigo Lopez; Justin Braun (Joaquin Rivas 88), David Estrada (Thomas Stewart 70).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Zev Taublieb.

Stats: Shots: 17, Shots on Goal: 11, Saves: 4, Fouls: 9, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 0.

Sacramento Republic FC 3:0 Seattle Sounders FC 2
USL Match
Bonney Field – Sacramento, CA
May 9, 2015 – Attendance: 11,242 (sellout)

Scoring Summary: SRFC – Nemanja Vuković (Rodrigo Lopez) 19, Rodrigo Lopez (Max Alvarez) 62, Adnan Gabeljic 78

Misconduct Summary: SRFC – Mickey Daly (caution) 26, SEA – Giuliano Frano (caution) 26, Damion Lowe (caution) 34, SRFC – Ivan Mirković (caution) 43, SEA – Duncan McCormick (caution) 58, SEA- Giuliano Frano (caution/ejection) 65

Seattle Sounders FC 2 – Charlie Lyon; Jimmy Ockford (Choong Sil Lim 72), Aaron Long, Damion Lowe, Nicholas Miele; Amadou Sanyang (Duncan McCormick 16), Giuliano Frano, Sam Garza (Qudus Lawal 78), Darwin Jones (Aaron Kovar 57), Pablo Rossi (Victor Mansaray 63), Andy Craven

Subs Not Used: Saif Kerawala, Lorenzo Ramos.

Stats: Shots: 12, Shots on Goal: 4, Saves: 6, Fouls: 14, Corner Kicks: 5, Offside: 1.

Sacramento Republic FC – Patrick McLain; Emrah Klimenta, Mickey Daly, Nemanja Vuković, Agustin Cazarez (James Kiffe 44); Gilberto, Ivan Mirković (Derek Foran 88), Max Alvarez (Adnan Gabeljic 64), Rodrigo Lopez; Justin Braun (Joaquin Rivas 88), David Estrada (Thomas Stewart 70).

Subs Not Used: Dominik Jakubek, Zev Taublieb.

Stats: Shots: 17, Shots on Goal: 11, Saves: 4, Fouls: 9, Corner Kicks: 4, Offside: 0.