Coming into Saturday’s USL Championship match versus Western Division foe Sacramento Republic FC, the host Pittsburgh Riverhounds carried a modest one-game winning streak into their match. Both teams came into the match with 26 points, sitting in the fifth spot of their respective conferences. For improving their chances of hosting a first-round playoff game, three points would go a long way for either club. They combined for three shots on goal in the final 45 minutes, with the Riverhounds getting their lone shot on goal in the 53rd minute of play. Sacramento striker Mayele Malango made his presence felt early by Riverhounds keeper Nico Campuzano, keeping him off balanced and on his toes with several shots on goal.