Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic preview and prediction
The match
Sacramento Republic travel to Laney College Football Stadium in the USL Championship on Sunday 26 July (03:00 WAT) to face Oakland Roots. Oakland Roots are 10th with 38 points from 30 games (in the bottom three), while Sacramento Republic sit 2nd on 51 points (in the top four). A gap of 13 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Oakland Roots's last 5: LLLWD Most recently they lost to Lexington 0–2 away. At home they have won 0 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Sacramento Republic's last 5: DLWLW Most recently they drew with Charleston Battery 1–1 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 4. Goals have dried up – just 0.7 per game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 17 May 2026, finished Oakland Roots 0–1 Sacramento Republic.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 1.3 for Oakland Roots and 1.4 for Sacramento Republic. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 50%, both teams to score at 59%.
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 73% chance at odds of 1.28. Predicted score: Oakland Roots 1–1 Sacramento Republic. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Oakland Roots36%fair 2.75 · @2.50
Draw23%fair 4.35 · @3.30
Sacramento Republic41%fair 2.46 · @2.50
2.64Expected goals
1.27Oakland Roots xG
1.37Sacramento Republic xG
59%Both score
50%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–110%
1–09%
1–28%
2–18%
0–07%
From our goals model: Oakland Roots 1.3 – 1.4 Sacramento Republic expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 73% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic?
On our numbers Oakland Roots have a 36% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Sacramento Republic 41%.
How many goals will there be in Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 50% likely and both teams score 59% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic?
Our predicted score is Oakland Roots 1–1 Sacramento Republic, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic?
Oakland Roots vs Sacramento Republic (USL Championship) kicks off on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 03:00 (West Africa Time) at Laney College Football Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.