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Phoenix Rising draws 2-2 with Sacramento Republic in important matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 3:55 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Phoenix Rising draws 2-2 with Sacramento Republic in important matchup

Summary

Phoenix Rising salvaged a 2-2 draw against Sacramento Republic on August 23, coming back from a 2-0 deficit. After Sacramento took the lead with goals from Tyler Wolff and Danny Crisostomo, Ihsan Sacko scored twice for Phoenix, netting goals in the 45th and 85th minutes. This draw marks the sixth time this season that Phoenix has earned a point after conceding first, as they continue their pursuit of a playoff spot. Despite the draw, Phoenix remains in 11th place in the Western Conference and has yet to win in league play after trailing at halftime.

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By the Numbers

•Phoenix Rising draws 2-2 with Sacramento Republic
•Ihsan Sacko scores both goals for Rising
•Sacramento leads 2-0 at halftime
•Phoenix remains 11th in Western Conference
•Team still seeks first win after trailing at halftime

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3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Rising rescues draw in Sacramento

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Despite trailing 2-0 as the half-time break approached, Phoenix Rising rescued an important point away to Sacramento Republic. An Ihsan Sacko brace, with goals coming in the 45th and 85th...
— Yahoo Sports

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