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Real San Jose solidified their position at the top of the NSL Pacific Conference by demolishing Vallejo Rising in a one-sided 9-0 encounter on May 13, 2023 at Dan Foley Park. Lluis Dolade and Francisco Avila led the charge as they scored 5 goals between them, while also providing assists to rule the evening.

The match began with Real San Jose displaying their high-intensity gameplay, and it didn't take long for RSJ to find their feet. The first goal came in the 17th minute when Lluis Dolade took a perfect pass from Juan Velazquez before calmly slotting it past the goalkeeper. The floodgates opened shortly after, with Velazquez getting his name on the score sheet in the 26th minute.

The goals kept coming for Real San Jose as they completely dominated the match. Cristian Cruz joined the party in the 45th minute, followed by a tap-in from Hector Herrera at 45+. Dolade scored his second goal in the 48th minute, and Francisco Avila found the back of the net three times in quick succession. Avila also set up Cruz's second goal of the evening in the 65th minute.

Real San Jose fans were delighted with the performance put in by their players, particularly Dolade and Avila. Goalkeepers Irvin Cardoza and Manny Palomo each played one half, contributing to the clean sheet.

This win maintains Real San Jose's position at the top of the NSL Pacific Conference with a record of 4 wins, 1 tie, and 0 losses.

Real San Jose looks to keep their unbeaten streak going in their upcoming match against Junction 29 on May 20, taking place at PAL Stadium with a 7 pm kickoff. Fans will certainly have high expectations after witnessing an extraordinary show from their team. The club's U18 squads will start the evening festivities with a match starting at 5:15 pm.

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In a thrilling match on May 6th, 2023, Real San Jose demonstrated their prowess on the field as they secured a 3-0 win against Marin County Union at PAL Stadium. From the beginning, Real San Jose dominated the gameplay, delivering a united, high-energy performance that left fans on the edge of their seats.

Both sides had their eyes on the prize and prepared to bring their A-game. Real San Jose Coach Dave Gold had his players attack as well as defend, ensuring a well-rounded approach that served them well on both ends of the field. The back line was led by Andy Canepa, featuring Jacob Muniz, Carlos Munoz, and Juan Tribin. In the midfield, Juan Velazquez and Yasid Alvarado executed parallel roles, creating synergy and balance throughout the match.

From the get-go, Real San Jose asserted their dominance. Lluis Dolade scored twice, once in the 18th minute with a remarkable right-footed blast and again in the 21st minute by exploiting a Marin County defensive error. Hector Herrera added to the lead, converting a penalty after being fouled in the 41st minute to bring the score to 3-0.

Marin County struggled to find their footing, only coming close to netting a goal with one powerful shot hitting the crossbar in the second half. However, this was not enough to shake up Real San Jose's momentum, which continued to surge throughout the match.

The midfield duo of Velazquez and Alvarado stood out, impressing with their precise passing and tenacious defending. Francisco Avila was a solid frontline partner for Dolade. The goalkeeper, Charly Fuentes, claimed the first shutout of the season, solidifying the team's excellent performance.

Real San Jose reveled in their dominance, with Coach Dave Gold praising the team's impeccable execution, from their possession to high-energy defending. However, one downside was their inability to score more goals, given the numerous chances they had created in the second half.

On the other side, Marin County Union was unable to keep pace, unable to match the sheer power displayed by their opponents. Their organization and grit were no match for Real San Jose's indomitable passion and skill.

In a prelude to the main event, Real San Jose's U18 team continued the winning streak, downing Marin County's U18 team 3-1 in a pre-match face-off.

As the final whistle blew, Real San Jose notched a resounding 3-0 victory against Marin County Union, further building on a promising season that has players like Hyago Galdino eyeing success in upcoming matches. "Great result," Galdino said, adding, "now we continue to prepare for next week's match against a hungry Vallejo side."

Real San Jose is a team that's definitely worth watching as they return to PAL Stadium to host Junction 29 on May 20th.

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The stage was set at MLK Park, Richmond, as Real San Jose faced off against Richmond Sol FC in an action-packed clash. Both teams came into the match with much to prove, and expectations were high from fans and pundits alike. RSJ and Sol had tied in the previous two games played in Richmond, each team eager to break that deadlock.

As the match kicked off, both teams found their footing and had chances in the opening 20 minutes. The best of these opportunities came from Richmond Sol FC, as they forced Real San Jose to clear the ball off the goal line, while a standout moment saw defender Juan Tribin use his chest to block a hard-hit shot from close range.

However, it was Real San Jose that first found the back of the net in the 24th minute. Hyago Galdino switched play from the right to Hector Herrera on the left, who expertly cut in and tucked the ball just inside the far post to take the lead.

Two minutes later, Francisco Avila extended the lead for Real San Jose. Juan Velazquez split the Richmond defense with a perfectly placed rolling pass, leaving Avila to capitalize and make it 2-0. Juan Velazquez showed his quality again in the 33rd minute by delivering a corner into the path of Yasid Alvarez, who headed the ball into the Richmond net, taking the scoreline to 3-0 at halftime.

The second half was a showcase of Lluis Dolade's goal-scoring prowess, as he notched up four impressive goals in the 50th, 65th, 70th, and 72nd minutes - a fantastic display of skill and precision. Meanwhile, Hector Herrera also added two goals in the 87th and 91st minutes to complete a hat trick. It was a total team effort for Real San Jose, with players performing solidly across the board. Particularly noteworthy were Juan Velazquez and Juan Tribin, who had exceptional outings. Angel Silva Moreno, a super-sub for Real San Jose, provided an assist for Dolade's fourth goal.

The final scoreline of 9-0 in favor of Real San Jose highlighted their dominance throughout the match.

Real San Jose's roster for this game featured Fuentes (Cardoza); Munoz, Pham (Canepa), Rexing, Tribin; Herrera, Velazquez (Tabora), Y. Alvarez, Galdino (Moreno); Avila (D. Alvarez), Dolade.

Real San Jose's strong start to the NSL Pacific Conference season, with two wins and one tie, sets them up nicely for their next home game at the PAL Stadium on May 6, 2023, against the 2022 NSL Pacific Cup winners, Marin County Union FC. Meanwhile, the RSJ U18 team is scheduled to face an opponent yet to be announced at 5:15 PM.

As the dust settles on a thrilling match, both teams return to the drawing board to strategize and regroup, with lessons learned and sights set on their upcoming challenges. Fans and analysts will be eager to see how this match influences both teams' future performances and tactics.

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