Ugly Brawl Mars El Farolito Soccer Team’s Early Exit From U.S. Open Cup

El Farolito's Rivalry with Sacramento Republic FC Heats Up in U.S. Open Cup Battle

Sacramento Republic FC’s Dominik Wanner battles an El Farolito player in Sacramento’s 2-0 win at Heart Health Park on Wednesday night. (Credit: Sara_Molina) For 95 minutes, El Farolito battled Sacramento Republic FC to a scoreless draw in Round 1 of the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at Heart Health Park in Sacramento. But eventually the host side was able to earn their place in Round 2 with a 2-0 victory over the Burrito Boys. The chaotic ending…

Ugly brawl mars El Farolito soccer team’s early exit from U.S. Open Cup

Game-ending melee spills into the stands as fans and players clash following 2-0 extra time loss in national soccer tournament Ugly brawl mars El Farolito soccer team’s early exit from U.S. Open Cup