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May 4, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 3, Orange County SC 2

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 3, Orange County SC 2

Sacramento was looking to make another statement at home when they took on the conference leaders, Orange County SC. And what a banger of a match this was. Orange County took the lead twice in this one. But each time, Sacramento battled back before …

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April 27, 2026

2026 USL Cup Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 4, Spokane Velocity FC 0

2026 USL Cup Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 4, Spokane Velocity FC 0

It's the start of the USL Cup as Sacramento welcomed Spokane Velocity to open the competition. And Sacramento sent a statement of intent to the rest of the teams as they put Spokane on blast. Tyler Wolff scored on his debut and was followed up by a …

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April 24, 2026

Know Your Opponent: Spokane Velocity FC

Know Your Opponent: Spokane Velocity FC

Sacramento will be aiming to go one step further in the USL Cup than last season and bring home some silverware. But to do so, they'll need to get past the first hurdle Spokane poses.A brief overview of the Prinx Tires USL Cup for those new to thi…

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April 22, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Brooklyn FC 1, Sacramento Republic FC 1

2026 Match Recap: Brooklyn FC 1, Sacramento Republic FC 1

From one first-ever matchup to another, Sacramento traveled to New York to square off against Brooklyn FC. Sacramento were able to save a point on the road as a late penalty was converted in stoppage time by Michel Benitez.It's this club's first y…

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April 15, 2026

2026 Open Cup Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 0(8), Minnesota United 0(9)

2026 Open Cup Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 0(8), Minnesota United 0(9)

Sacramento would be putting their reputation and home record in the Open Cup on the line again in this third round clash against Minnesota United. Sacramento drug this contest all the way to a penalty shootout, but Minnesota prevailed after going 12…

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April 13, 2026

Know Your Opponent: Minnesota United

Know Your Opponent: Minnesota United

Sacramento has advanced to the third round of this year's Open Cup, where they will face Minnesota United.Sacramento's attack ran wild in the last round against Valley 559 as they shipped four goals to earn their spot in the next round. Kyle Edwar…

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April 12, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Las Vegas Lights FC 1, Sacramento Republic FC 1

2026 Match Recap: Las Vegas Lights FC 1, Sacramento Republic FC 1

Sacramento had a showdown in the desert as they traveled out to Las Vegas to take on the Lights. And this match would end even as an early goal from Las Vegas saw the Lights up in the opening stages. But a shot from Forster Ajago that deflected off …

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April 8, 2026

2026 Stats Recap #1: 3/7-4/4

2026 Stats Recap #1: 3/7-4/4

We are five matches into the Republic's regular season, and that means it is time for the first stats update of the season. For those new here, I keep a running spreadsheet of the Republic's season that you can access using the link at the bottom of…

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April 6, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 2, Phoenix Rising FC 0

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 2, Phoenix Rising FC 0

Sacramento returned to league action as they took on an old rival with Phoenix coming to town. And a fast start from the Republic was enough to get them back in the win column after a career-first goal from Blake Willey and an additional goal from D…

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April 1, 2026

2026 Open Cup Match Recap: Valley 559 FC 0, Sacramento Republic FC 4

2026 Open Cup Match Recap: Valley 559 FC 0, Sacramento Republic FC 4

The league performances might've taken a turn for the worse this past weekend, but the Republic had a shot to rebuild their form with an Open Cup clash against Valley 559 FC. The Republic offense would be firing on all cylinders in this match as the…

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March 30, 2026

Know Your Opponent 2026: Valley 559 FC

Know Your Opponent 2026: Valley 559 FC

Sacramento will be making a trip down to Clovis for some second-round action in the Open Cup.After surviving a contest that went to extra time against El Farolito, Sacramento progressed into the second round of the US Open Cup. Forster Ajago got t…

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March 29, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 1, El Paso Locmotive FC 2

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 1, El Paso Locmotive FC 2

Sacramento was looking to continue their unbeaten start to the season as they hosted El Paso Locomotive FC. And the Republic suffered their first defeat of the season as El Paso capitalized on some defensive miscues. Sacramento clawed one back with …

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March 23, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 1, Monterey Bay FC 1

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 1, Monterey Bay FC 1

The first HellaCup match of the season for Sacramento took place as they welcomed Monterey into town. And the match ended even with one goal apiece for both sides. Sacramento opened the match with Forster Ajago continuing his midweek form as he adde…

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March 19, 2026

2026 Open Cup Match Recap: Sacramento Republic 2, El Farolito SC 0

2026 Open Cup Match Recap: Sacramento Republic 2, El Farolito SC 0

The best season in the world is back upon us, cup season! It is the first round of the US Open Cup as Sacramento played host to The Burrito Boys of El Farolito. And between all of the fights, a game of soccer was played. Sacramento came away as the …

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March 17, 2026

Know Your Opponent 2026: El Farolito SC

Know Your Opponent 2026: El Farolito SC

Everyone's favorite Burrito Boys will be making ANOTHER trip to Sacramento.There is another shuffling of the format for this year's edition of the Open Cup 32 Open Division amateur teams will enter the first round proper alongside 17 sides from th…

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March 16, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Lexington SC 0, Sacramento Republic FC 0

2026 Match Recap: Lexington SC 0, Sacramento Republic FC 0

Sacramento was looking to continue their start to the season against the Western Conference contenders as they made their first road trip to Lexington. And this match would end goalless, as neither side could find a breakthrough to secure the victor…

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March 9, 2026

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 2, FC Tulsa 0

2026 Match Recap: Sacramento Republic FC 2, FC Tulsa 0

Oh man, we are back. The 2026 season is here, and Sacramento drew one of the toughest tests to get their campaign started as their first opponent was the defending Western Conference Champions, FC Tulsa. But, Sacramento would rise to the occasion wi…

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March 6, 2026

Three Questions for the Republic 2026 Season

Three Questions for the Republic 2026 Season

With the 2026 season fast approaching (assuming it starts as scheduled), I take a look at the questions surrounding the Republic. There has been plenty of roster turnover in the offseason and Neill Collins will be in his second year in charge, what …

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March 3, 2026

Republic FC Add Another Midfielder with Aaron Essel

Republic FC Add Another Midfielder with Aaron Essel

Republic FC has announced the acquisition of Aaron Essel via transfer from Scottish Premiership club St. Johnstone FC. This deal is pending league and federation approval, along with the receipt of his P-1 VIsa and ITC.Essel's professional career …

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Feb. 28, 2026

Republic FC Continues with New Additions with Memo Rodriguez

Republic FC Continues with New Additions with Memo Rodriguez

Republic FC has announced another midfield addition, with Jose "Memo" Rodriguez joining the roster. This deal is pending approval from the league and the federation.Memo got his start in the Houston Dynamo academy system in 2011. He was a standout…

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Feb. 24, 2026

Republic FC Makes Marquee Signing with Mark-Anthony Kaye

Republic FC Makes Marquee Signing with Mark-Anthony Kaye

Republic FC announced that the club has signed Mark-Anthony Kaye. This acquisition is pending league and federation approval.Mark-Anthony will be bringing experience at the highest level to the club. Before establishing himself in MLS, Mark-Anthon…

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Jan. 30, 2026

Republic FC Signs Barcelona Product Pep Casas

Republic FC Signs Barcelona Product Pep Casas

Sacramento Republic has announced that their latest signing is midfielder José "Pep" Casas. This acquisition is pending approval from the league and federation.Casas is a native of Barcelona, Spain, and got his start in FC Barcelona's youth…

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Jan. 20, 2026

Republic FC Continues with Frontline Additions with Kyle Edwards

Republic FC Continues with Frontline Additions with Kyle Edwards

Republic FC has announced the latest addition to the roster, with Kyle Edwards being acquired via transfer from Hartford Athletic. This agreement is pending league and federation approval.Edwards spent the three previous seasons with Hartford Athl…

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Jan. 14, 2026

Republic FC Signs Forward Mayele Malango

Republic FC Signs Forward Mayele Malango

Republic FC has announced the acquisition via transfer of Mayele Malango. Malango was transferred from Monterey Bay to the Republic. This deal is pending league and federation approval.Malango spent the 2025 season with Monterey Bay. He made 29 ap…

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