Real Monarchs SLC at Sacramento Republic FC
July 7, 2018; Papa Murphy’s Park, Sacramento, California
7:00 p.m. MT; RealMonarchs.com
Real Monarchs SLC (12-4-1, 37 points); Sacramento Republic FC (8-5-5, 29 points)
Player to Watch – Midfielder Villyan Bijev has proven to be one of the more versatile players in the Sacramento lineup. The Belgian leads the league with 43 shots, earning 2 goals and creating 30 chances in the process. Bijev also leads his team in assists with three and shots on target with 20. He has shown his ability to play on the defensive side of the ball, leading his team in tackles and tackles won at 39 and 31 respectively as well as netting 22 clearances and 26 interceptions.