Kickoff: Saturday, April 20 (7:00 PM PDT)
Where: Championship Stadium (Irvine, CA)
How to Watch: At The Champ, Bally Sports SoCal, ESPN+
Orange County SC returns home to Championship Stadium at The Great Park in Irvine to square off with in-state rival Sacramento Republic FC as a part of Gnarly’s Birthday Party on Saturday, April 20 at 7:00 PM PDT. It’s another tale in the story between these two longtime rivals who currently sit 1 and 2 in the West, so be sure to grab your popcorn…or maybe a slice of Gnarly’s birthday cake!
NOBODY LIKES A PARTY CRASHER
Sacramento Republic FC come to town in 2nd place in the USL Championship Western Conference, level on points with the Black and Orange. Not only is SacRepublic level on points with OCSC, but they have mirrored results in each of the previous six matchweeks. Sacramento is off the heels of a 1-1 draw with FC Tulsa at Heart Health Park last Saturday. The Republic are likely feeling a tad displeased with the result, given that they had a man advantage from the 16th minute after Tulsa midfielder Edwin Laszo was sent off. They are led up top by the potent forward duo of Trevor Amann and Russell Cicerone. Cicerone and defender Jack Gurr lead the Republic with 10 chances created each.
2024 Regular Season Record: 3-3-0 (2nd in USL-C Western Conference)
Goals Scored: 8 | Goals Allowed: 4 | Clean Sheets: 3
Players to Watch
F Trevor Amann
GK Daniel Vitiello
WHO’S NEXT TO THE GOAL SCORING PARTY?
Orange County SC retained their position on top of the USL Championship’s Western Conference after a hard fought point gained in San Antonio in a goalless draw last Saturday. 17-year-old goalkeeper Duran Ferree earned a clean sheet in his club debut, making three saves at Toyota Field. He was also named to the USL Championship Team of the Week bench for his performance. This is the second time in less than two months that these two longtime rivals will face each other, after goalkeeper Colin Shutler’s thrilling 96th minute equalizer in the Season Opener. These contests have been very close as of late, which plays into OCSC’s defensive strengths. As Gnarly turns three this Saturday, Orange County SC’s shutout streak extended to three matches after blanking SAFC. After being shutout for just the first time this season last Saturday, the Black and Orange will look to leading goal scorer Thomas Amang and the rest of their forward unit to get back on the scoreboard Saturday.
Players to Watch
F Thomas Amang
D Owen Lambe
All-time record:
Orange County SC is 11-6-10 all-time against Sacramento Republic FC.
Previous Matchup: 2024 USL Championship
Sacramento Republic FC 2 – 2 Orange County SC (Heart Health Park, Sacramento, CA)
Scoring summary: Trevor Amann 28’ (SRFC), Seth Casiple 42’ (OCSC), Trevor Amann 77’ (SRFC), Colin Shutler 90 +6’ (OCSC)
JOIN THE ORANGE AND BLACK AND GIVE BACK!
Orange County SC returns home to Championship Stadium at the Great Park in Irvine next Saturday, April 27 when they host Monterey Bay FC for Foundation Night! OCSC will be hosting various local charities and non-profit organizations from around the county, giving one lucky organization the opportunity to win $5,000 if they can score a goal from midfield! A limited number of tickets are still available, grab yours here today!
A TIMELESS TAKE ON A COUNTY CLASSIC
Orange County SC launched their 2024 home kit, the Classic kit earlier this season. The Classic kit is the first time that OCSC is playing in their correct shade of orange, thanks to our new official kit supplier at hummel. The kit has black accents on the collar and the sleeve that each hold orange wave designs. The kit is a nod to our home of Orange County and the classic soccer kits of the 90s with the black collar. You can purchase your Classic kit and more at ocscshop.com today!
SECURE YOUR SEAT FOR 2024!
The only way to secure your seat for every Orange County SC home match in 2024 is by becoming a season ticket holder! Becoming a season ticket holder comes with special benefits, like your own entrance at The Champ, a ticket to one away game of your choice and much more! Grab yours today at orangecountysoccer.com/season-tickets.