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Match Preview: Republic FC at Valley 559 FC (U.S. Open Cup)
March 30, 2026 - Overview: SAC vs. VLY (U.S. Open Cup Second Round)
Date: Tuesday, March 31
Kickoff: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Clovis East Soccer Stadium (Clovis, CA)
Watch: CBS Sports Golazo Network & Paramount+
Know Your Club - Republic FC
Since its inaugural 2014 season, the Indomitable Club has never lost in its first Open Cup match, a tradition that carries on in 2026. Entering into the tournament in the First Round for the first time ever due to a new competition format, the Indomitable Club ea... Full StoryMore from the United Soccer League Championship
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Republic FC Adds Roster Depth, Signs Brandon Cambridge and Sergio Rivas to 25-Day Contracts
March 30, 2026 - SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Republic FC announced today the club has signed Brandon Cambridge and Sergio Rivas to 25-day contracts, pending league and federation approval. Both will be available for selection on March 31 when the club faces Valley 559 in the Second Round of the Open Cup.
"We're excited to add Brandon and Sergio to the group," said Republic FC President & General Manager Tim Holt. "They'll help fortify the roster as we continue to manage player workload and recovery, two cup competit... Full StoryMore from the United Soccer League Championship
Postgame Notes 3.29 vs. El Paso
March 29, 2026 - SACRAMENTO NOTES
- The Sacramento River Cats won today's rubber game in walkoff fashion once again, 5-4...gave them the series victory, 2-1, over El Paso...marked the first time Sacramento has had back-to-back walkoffs since May 29-30, 2014 vs. Albequerque...the game went to 11 innings, something that happened just twice to the Cats in 2025.
- River Cats pitchers fanned 14 batters, their most so far this season...they fanned 14-or-more batters in 11 games in 2025, most recently on Septembe... Full StoryMore from the Pacific Coast League
Quails Stumble in Republic FC's First 2026 Loss
March 29, 2026 - For the first time in 2026, Republic FC fails to come away with a point. The Quails lost 2-1 against El Paso Locomotive FC. Michel Benitez converted his kick from the spot in stoppage time, but the two goal first half would prove to be too much to overcome. In a furious finish, Republic FC would put five shots on target in stoppage time and hit the woodwork multiple times, but couldn't find the back of the net.
Sacramento had its first chance to get on the board in the 17th minute. A through ... Full StoryMore from the United Soccer League Championship
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- Danny Vitiello's Penalty Stop Nominated for Save of the Week - Sacramento Republic FC (USL) March 25
- Wilton Rancheria and Republic FC to Build Sacramento's Largest Professional Sports Venue - Republic Stadium to Seat 20,000+ - Sacramento Republic FC (USL) March 24
- Republic FC Stays Unbeaten with Gritty 1-1 Draw against Monterey Bay FC - Sacramento Republic FC (USL) March 21
- Republic FC's Open Cup Campaign Continues with Second Round Matchup against UPSL Side Valley 559 FC - Sacramento Republic FC (USL) March 20
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| April 1 | PCL | Sacramento at Salt Lake | 8:35 p.m. |
| March 31 | PCL | Sacramento at Salt Lake | 8:35 p.m. |
| March 29 | PCL | El Paso 4 at Sacramento 5 | Final (11) |
| March 28 | USL | El Paso 2 at Sacramento 1 | Final |
| March 28 | PCL | El Paso 4 at Sacramento 5 | Final (10) |
| March 27 | PCL | El Paso 9 at Sacramento 3 | Final |
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Sacramento Sports Headlines
- ââ¬ËLargest professional sports venue:ââ¬â¢ Republic Stadium set for 2028 opening with more than 20,000 seats - USL NewsBreak - Stockton (March 25)
- Pro Soccer: Union play Sacramento to a draw - USL Monterrey Herald (March 22)
- Colorado Springs Switchbacks up to the test against Sacramento, win preseason finale - USL Colorado Springs Gazette (March 1)
- Local Roundup: Soccer girls lose on Senior Night - PCL Davis Enterprise (January 31)
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