Sacramento Republic FC’s championship hopes came to an end at Heart Health Park, where the club fell 1–0 to Hartford Athletic in the 2025 USL Jägermeister Cup Final. A packed crowd at Cal Expo watched as Samuel Careaga scored the lone goal in the 51st minute off a corner kick. Despite several late chances, Republic FC couldn’t equalize, ending their quest for a second trophy. The night featured skydivers, fireworks, and a passionate Sacramento crowd celebrating the team’s first title appearance in over a decade.

See Full Page