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Sacramento Republic FC to Host Liverpool FC U21's in a Set of Friendlies

April 29, 2016 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Sacramento Republic FC News Release


SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The 2014 USL Champions Sacramento Republic FC will face Liverpool FC's U21's in a set of friendlies to take place in Sacramento, Calif. and Reno, Nev. Republic FC will play the Reds on their home pitch at Bonney Field on Saturday, May 21 at 7:30 p.m. PT and at Greater Nevada Field on Wednesday, May 25 at 7:00 p.m. PT.

"This is a fantastic opportunity for our U21s to gain valuable experience competing against quality opposition in the USA," said Liverpool FC Academy Director Alex Inglethorpe. "The tour will also provide players and staff with a wonderful opportunity to meet the many LFC supporters in the USA ahead of the First Team's visit this summer."

Republic FC have hosted numerous international clubs at Bonney Field since their inaugural season including the Premier League's West Bromwich Albion FC, Newcastle United FC and Sunderland AFC, Atlas FC of Liga MX and Scottish Championship's Rangers FC.

"These matches provide a massive opportunity for our fans to see the players currently coming through the ranks at Liverpool Football Club," said Sacramento Republic FC Technical Director and Head Coach Paul Buckle. "There will be some serious talent on show in this next generation of players and they will prove a big test for us and this will also be another step in the right direction for our club."

In addition to the match at Bonney Field, Republic FC will play Liverpool FC U21's at Greater Nevada Field on May 25 - future home of Reno 1868 FC. The USL expansion club does not begin league play until 2017, but are hosting two matches this summer featuring Republic FC in preparation for their inaugural season.

"We are overjoyed to host the U21's of one of the world's most decorated football clubs for our first ever professional soccer match at Greater Nevada Field in downtown Reno," said Reno 1868 FC President Eric Edelstein. "By bringing an English Premier League Club to Nevada for the first time, we will show the world that Reno is ready for professional soccer."

Liverpool FC U21's fixtures in California and Nevada are just one element of a program of activity Liverpool FC are delivering in 2016 to bring American fans closer to the Club, with the First Team visiting the USA in July to take part in International Champions Cup (ICC) fixtures against AC Milan and Chelsea FC. For more information on the ICC please visit www.internationalchampionscup.com.

Full match details as follows:

Sacramento Republic FC vs Liverpool FC U21's

Saturday May 21, 7:30 p.m. kickoff

Bonney Field, Sacramento, California

Tickets will go on sale to the general public on April 30 at 10 a.m. PT at Ticketmaster.com.

Note: The match on May 21 is included in the Republic FC Season Ticket Holder package.

Sacramento Republic FC vs Liverpool FC U21's

Wednesday May 25, 7:00 p.m. kickoff

Greater Nevada Field, Reno, Nevada

Tickets will go on sale to the general public on April 30 at 10 a.m. PT at Ticketreturn.com.

Tickets have been held at both venues for Liverpool FC supporters. Seating has also been held for Tower Bridge Battalion members in Reno. For additional details, please visit SacRepublicFC.com or reno1868fc.com.

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