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Three Takeaways from #SACvNY

August 2, 2021 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Sacramento Republic FC News Release


A first half for the record books was the story on Saturday night, as three first-half goals and a substantial offensive contribution from new acquisition Jerome Kiesewetter helped Republic FC grab three points to close out July.

Coming Out Firing

The Indomitable Club pushed the ball into the final third often in the first 20 minutes, and it paid off. A brace from Luis Felipe in a five-minute span gave Republic FC the early 2-0 lead after constant pressure and playmaking from its attacking corps. Saturday's first half was much like July 14 at Las Vegas Lights FC, when Tucker Bone also bagged a first-half brace in the 2-1 win.

Jerome Kiesewetter and Mario Penagos were key catalysts in the early going, with Penagos taking a through ball and winning the corner that led to Felipe's first goal. Kiesewetter slotted in a through ball from Felipe in the seventh minute, but was called offsides on the play.

Darek Formella piled it on just before halftime with a goal in the 41st minute. With the score, Formella now owns sole possession of fifth in club history with 13 goals for the boys in Old Glory Red.

Darek Formella Doing Darek Formella Things

Formella broke out in a big way in Republic FC's win with a goal and assist in the first half. The Poland native shared a team high with Felipe, recording two shots on the night - both on frame. Along with creating a chance, Formella logged two shots on the night to tie Shannon Gomez for a team high.

Republic FC had a similar showing in Formella's last such outing, recording a 3-1 win in the home opener against Las Vegas Lights FC on May 12. The Poland native recorded a goal and an assist on that night as well.

Kiesewetter Keys The Offense

Jerome Kiesewetter's movement off the ball and playmaking ability came to light in his first chance to showcase for the Indomitable fans. Kiesewetter found himself in front of the defense on numerous occasions, oftentimes creating open play situations for the Republic FC offense. The German-born forward logged 84 minutes in his first match in Sacramento with 34 touches and 18 passes.

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