RENO, Nev. – USL newcomer Reno 1868 FC will play host to Sacramento Republic FC in a preseason exhibition on March 11 at Greater Nevada Field as both teams gear up for the new season. The contest will make the first time 1868 FC will face an opponent from the USL as it welcomes the side that finished top of the Western Conference standings in 2016.

“Republic FC has established itself as a perennial contender in the USL,” said 1868 FC Head Coach Ian Russell. “This game will undoubtedly prepare us for our inaugural season.”