Sac Republic FC advances to U.S. Open Cup final in 5-4 penalty kick shootout

In a fierce game that went into overtime and ended in penalty kicks because neither side would allow a goal for 120 minutes, Sacramento Republic FC won their U.S. Open Cup semifinal match against Sporting Kansas City. The score was 5-4. The tournament, also known as the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, is the country's most prestigious soccer tournament. What is notable for Sac Republic is how far they made it into the tournament. Sac Republic is a United Soccer Leagues team, a lower-level division than Major League Soccer. Yet, they've bested two MLS teams: the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Galaxy.