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In this episode of State of the Republic, we recap Sacramento Republic FC’s 0–0 draw against Minnesota United FC in the U.S. Open Cup, a match that went all the way to penalties with Sacramento narrowly losing 9–8. We talk through the match, the defensive performance, and the dramatic shootout. We also preview the upcoming USL Championship match against Brooklyn FC. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage! Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this episode of State of the Republic, we talk about Sacramento Republic FC’s 1–1 draw against Las Vegas Lights FC on the road — a quieter match that may have been influenced by the team looking ahead. We preview the upcoming U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 matchup vs Minnesota United FC, break down what Sacramento is up against, and also discuss the latest MLS rumors, including the situation involving Vancouver Whitecaps FC and what it could mean for Sacramento's move to MLS. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage! Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this episode of State of the Republic, we recap Sacramento Republic FC’s 2–0 win over Phoenix Rising FC at home. Another clean sheet for Danny Vitiello, a first career goal for Blake Willey, and a second straight goal for Dominik Wanner highlight the performance. We also include post-match press conference comments from Neill Collins, Dominik Wanner, and Blake Willey, preview the upcoming match against Las Vegas Lights FC (featuring former Republic goalkeeper Jared Mazzola), and look ahead to the U.S. Open Cup matchup vs Minnesota United FC. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage! Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Image: Sac Republic FC
Another unforgettable night following Sacramento Republic FC in the U.S. Open Cup! Sacramento traveled to Clovis, CA to take on Valley 559 FC in Round 2 — and despite the rain all game long, Republic delivered an amazing 4-0 performance. You could honestly say it was raining goals ☔⚽ From the game day atmosphere to the weather and all the action on the field, this vlog captures the full experience. With the win, Sacramento now advances to the Round of 32 where they’ll host Minnesota United FC on April 14 at 7PM 👀 Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more game day content! Music: "Funky Boxstep" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this episode of State of the Republic, we talk about Sacramento Republic FC’s 4–0 victory over Valley 559 FC in the U.S. Open Cup Round 2 match in Clovis. Sharon and Luis were at the game and share what it was like attending in person. We also talk about the Round of 32 draw format, what it means for Sacramento, and go over the latest Podcast Winner Dinner results after a high-scoring prediction week. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage!
Game day with Sacramento Republic FC in the U.S. Open Cup Round 1 did NOT go how we expected… After a tense 90 minutes, Sacramento pulled through with a 2-0 overtime win over El Farolito — but that was only the beginning. What happened after the final whistle turned this into one of the wildest game day experiences I’ve ever seen. From the atmosphere in the stands to the overtime goals and the chaotic scenes after the match, this is the full experience from start to finish. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic content and game day vlogs! Music: "Funky Boxstep" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ #SacRepublic #ElFarolito #USOC2026 #USOpenCup #Sacramento #Soccer #Podcast
In this episode of State of the Republic, we recap Sacramento Republic FC’s 1–1 draw against Monterey Bay FC, including a clutch late penalty save by Danny Vitiello against Nick Ross to preserve the result. We also include post-match press conference reactions from Neill Collins, Danny Crisostomo, and Arturo Rodríguez, along with discussion on the latest stadium developments, a preview of the U.S. Open Cup match vs Valley 559 FC, and a look ahead to the league game against El Paso Locomotive FC. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage!
In this episode of State of the Republic, we recap Sacramento Republic FC’s 2–0 extra time victory over El Farolito in the First Round of the U.S. Open Cup. We break down the match, key moments, and how Republic FC got the job done to advance. We also discuss the post-game altercation, including the situation involving players and fans, and share our reactions. Plus, we go over the latest Podcast Winner Dinner results from this week’s predictions. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage!
We’re joined by Lee Desmond, captain of Sacramento Republic FC, for an in-depth interview about his journey from Ireland to Sacramento, captaining the team, and helping new teammates settle into the club. Lee also reflects on the experience of playing in the 2022 U.S. Open Cup Final, shares highlights from that historic run, and gives insight into what it takes to lead one of the league’s strongest defensive units. After the interview, we recap Sacramento’s 2–0 home opener win against FC Tulsa, preview the upcoming match against Lexington SC, and make our weekly Podcast Winner Dinner predictions. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Sacramento Republic FC coverage throughout the season! Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ #SacRepublic #Sacramento #Soccer #Podcast #LeeDesmond #USLChampionship #USL
In his opening remarks as President & General Manager, Tim Holt shares his vision for the future of Sacramento Republic FC, the direction of the club, and his commitment to the supporters and community that make Republic special. From long-term growth to building on the club’s strong foundation, Tim outlines what’s ahead and what fans can expect in this next era. Watch his full opening remarks from the press conference. #SacramentoRepublic #SacRepublic #RepublicFC #USLChampionship #Sacramento #Soccer #Podcast
Marek Albert and Hannah Diaz from Stockton Cargo join today's podcast episode to talk about The Yard announcement, Cargo’s impressive season last year, and what supporters can expect this season in USL W. Then we turn our attention to Sacramento Republic FC — breaking down the 1–0 preseason loss to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, discussing the hiring of new President & GM Tim Holt, and kicking off a brand-new season of Podcast Winner Dinner with our full season predictions and home opener picks vs FC Tulsa. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Central Valley & Sac Republic soccer coverage all season long! Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Podcast Winner Dinner Music: The following music was used for this media project: Fliegen by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2936-fliegen License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license #StocktonCargo #Stockton #SacRepublic #Sacramento #Soccer #Podcast
In this episode of State of the Republic, we discuss Sacramento Republic FC’s 5–2 preseason win over the San Jose Earthquakes II team and what stood out from the performance. We also talk about the Meet the Team event, the excitement building around the 2026 squad, and Republic’s newest signings — MLS veterans Mark-Anthony Kaye and Memo Rodríguez. Plus, Sharon shares insight into a possible new addition to the club’s front office. Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
We’re joined by Brian Danzl from the Tower Bridge Battalion to talk about what’s next for the supporters and Sacramento Republic FC as the club prepares for the 2026 season and looks ahead to the new stadium coming in 2027. We also talk about SRFC’s new midfielder Pep Casas, provide an update on the Modesto USL project, and go over the upcoming schedules for Stockton Cargo, California Storm, and Academica across USL W, WPSL, and USL League Two.