Sacramento Republic FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes

Early lead not enough as Republic FC drops U.S. Open Cup match to San Jose

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 h... Full Story