Real Monarchs SLC 0 at Sacramento Republic FC 0
July 7, 2018; Sacramento, California; Papa Murphy’s Park
Real Monarchs SLC (12-4-2, 38 points); Sacramento Republic FC (8-5-6, 30 points)
Man of the Match: Monarchs defender James Moberg anchored the backline against a staunch Sacramento attack to help the club earn its ninth shutout of the season while nearly scoring an early goal himself. Moberg completed nearly 74% of his passes in the match from the centerback spot, playing provider to the Monarchs attack while holding firm on defense.
Telling Stat: 73.1. The Monarchs won 73.1% of its aerial battles in a physical and gritty match against Sacramento. Winning the aerial duels ensured that the ball stayed out the net to help the club earn its ninth shutout through 18 matches played.
What You Missed: Sacramento Republic FC missed the fifth penalty against the Monarchs this season. Monarchs opponents have now only scored a single goal in six attempts from the penalty spot this season to grow the incredible stat of opponents only scoring 2 of its last 14 penalties against the club since the beginning of 2017.
So What: The Monarchs now stand at an undefeated 2-0-2 record in matches after a loss during the 2018 season, ensuring the Monarchs have not lost back-to-back matches this year. The Monarchs remain three points clear atop the league table ahead of its July 14th matchup with Seattle Sounders FC 2. The club returns to Herriman and Zions Bank Stadium to host S2, with kick off set for 8:00 p.m. MT.
