Phoenix Rising FC desperately need points on Sunday, Aug 23 at 5:00 AM in the USL Championship. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Sacramento Republic FC come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Phoenix Rising FC travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Sacramento Republic FC and Phoenix Rising FC have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–3D–4W). Their last encounter ended in Sacramento Republic FC won 0–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Sacramento Republic FC a slight edge, but Phoenix Rising FC are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.