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Well, RootsFam, that was painful. Oakland fell 3-2 on the road to Sacramento Republic FC after holding a 2-1 lead as the game entered its final 10 minutes. Lexington just tied Phoenix Rising 3-3, solidifying Roots’ need for a win to earn the USL Championship’s Western Conference eighth seed. But, like an epic body blow, … More Oakland Roots relinquish lead in 3-2 loss to Sacramento Republic, officially end season

The clock is ticking for Oakland Roots to have its temporary stadium at its training facility on Harbor Bay Parkway ready for 2027. The City of Alameda posted they will consider adoption of a resolution by a two-thirds vote during a November 4 City Council meeting regarding the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan for the … More City of Alameda to vote on Oakland Roots & Soul temporary stadium

It’s come down to the wire. Judgement Day. The Roots travel to Sacrament for the season finale, needing a positive result and help elsewhere to keep their playoff hopes alive. What at Stake in the Season Finale? Prior to last weekend, there was still a glimmer of hope that Sacramento would have nothing to play … More Three Questions for the Oakland Roots Against Sacramento Republic FC

The Roots refused to let their season end in Tulsa. Two late goals secured three points and gave Oakland a shot at the playoffs. Loved: Grit The East Bay loves grit. It’s one of the defining characteristics of the area. Living in the shadow of our richer, flashier neighbors across the Bay has created a … More Oakland Roots vs. FC Tulsa: What I loved, hated, and remain unsure about

Oakland Roots go into the season-finale with everything to play for following its 4-2 win over FC Tulsa on Saturday night. The result moves Roots into 10th place with 38 points, one point behind eighth-place Phoenix Rising and ninth-place Orange County. It was a stunning win for Roots, answeing 1-0 and 2-1 deficits, scoring three … More Oakland Roots one point behind playoffs after 4-2 comeback win over FC Tulsa

There is no more margin for error. With their playoff hopes hanging by a thread, the Roots travel to Oklahoma needing three points to keep their season alive. How do the Roots Handle Tulsa’s Long Ball Game? Tulsa has one of the most unusual statistical profiles in the league.   They lead the Western Conference … More Three Questions for the Oakland Roots Against FC Tulsa

The Roots couldn’t find a way to win their final game at the Coliseum. The crowd found a way to make it memorable anyways. From the chants to a stoppage time moment that brought the entire stadium together, Saturday reminded me that the Coliseum’s greatest gift was never just what happened on the field. Loved: … More Oakland Roots vs. San Antonio FC: What I loved, hated, and remain unsure about

Oakland Roots took a point in their final match at the Coliseum, tying 0-0 with San Antonio FC. The result moves Roots down to 11th place in the standings, but they remain four points shy of seventh-place Orange County and San Antonio in eighth. Roots had their chances, but couldn’t find the finishing touch. Most … More Oakland Roots end stay at Coliseum in tie with San Antonio FC

Saturday night will be emotional for many in the stands. Unless something unforeseen occurs, it will be their last visit to the Coliseum. A place near and dear to so many. A repository for countless memories. A location that turned into a community on random Wednesday afternoons, Sundays, and Saturday nights. Still, it feels like … More Three Questions for the Oakland Roots Against San Antonio FC

The Roots didn’t particularly play well against Colorado Springs. They didn’t have to. Oakland walked away with a point in a match they needed a positive result from. Still, the result raises some difficult questions about the team as they gear up for the Coliseum finale next week. Loved: Getting a Point A point is … More Oakland Roots vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC: What I loved, hated, and remain unsure about