Real Monarchs SLC at Reno 1868 FC
July 3, 2018; Greater Nevada Field, Reno, Nevada
8:30 p.m. MT; RealMonarchs.com
Real Monarchs SLC (12-3-1, 37 points); Reno 1868 FC (7-3-7, 28 points)
Player to Watch – James Marcinkowski has held his team over the opponent to earn a 13-game undefeated streak. The young 21-year-old San Jose Earthquakes homegrown loanee has found his footing in goal having held San Antonio and Portland scoreless with 17 of his 45 total saves coming in the last 5 games. Marcinkowski will be looking to continue his strong performance against Real Monarchs on Tuesday.
History – Real Monarchs lead Reno 1868, 3-0-0 in their all-time history. The last time the two met was in late September where Reno fell in a crushing 3-0 defeat from the Utah side. Without a win over the Monarchs, Reno will be aiming to start swinging history in their favor with a win on Tuesday.
Last Five – Reno 1868 FC has been bent but not broken in the recent weeks, holding a record of 3-0-2 in the last five games. The recent form has pushed the Nevada team up to 5th in the Western Conference with 28 points. The last two outings saw Reno come out on top while keeping San Antonio and Portland without a goal. Reno will be aiming to extend its 13-game undefeated streak when they host Real Monarchs SLC on Tuesday at Greater Nevada Field.
