Tag: Juan Guerra

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots tie Phoenix Rising for second time

June 25, 2023

The regular season series of Oakland Roots vs. Phoenix Rising is officially complete with both teams tying each match, this time resulting in a 1-1 tie at Pioneer Stadium. Two weeks ago, Roots relinquished 1-0 and 2-1 leads, where Rising scored the equalizer in the 86th minute on a cross from a corner. On Saturday, … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots tie Phoenix Rising for second time

Live Blog: Oakland Roots host Phoenix Rising (June 24, 2023)

June 24, 2023

Hello and welcome to the blog’s live coverage of Oakland Roots hosting Phoenix Rising at CSUEB’s Pioneer Stadium. It marks Juan Guerra’s return to the Bay Area and first visit to The Function since spurning the fanbase for the desert. Oakland walks into the match at 6-4-4 and sixth place with 22 points, while Rising … More Live Blog: Oakland Roots host Phoenix Rising (June 24, 2023)

Oakland Roots vs. Phoenix Rising – Match Preview (June 24, 2023)

June 24, 2023

The Roots host Phoenix Rising, in the return fixture of the match they played just two weeks ago, at 7:00 p.m. at Pioneer Stadium on the CSU East Bay campus in Hayward. The match will only be on ESPN+. In light of the recent fixture, there is not a whole lot to say! Here’s the … More Oakland Roots vs. Phoenix Rising – Match Preview (June 24, 2023)

Live Blog: Oakland Roots at Phoenix Rising (September 10, 2022)

September 10, 2022

Hello and welcome again to the blog’s live coverage of Oakland Roots visiting Phoenix Rising at Wild Horse Pass. Aside from the obligatory mention of Juan Guerra spurning Oakland for Phoenix, tonight is a must-win match for both sides as they fight for their playoff lives. Roots enter the night down in 11th with 33 … More Live Blog: Oakland Roots at Phoenix Rising (September 10, 2022)

Phoenix Rising vs. Oakland Roots – Match Preview (September 10, 2022)

September 10, 2022

Your Oakland Roots are hosted by Phoenix Rising at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at Wild Horse Pass in the vicinity of Phoenix, Arizona. The match will be broadcast on KTVU Plus and ESPN+. A list of bars that have committed to broadcasting the game can be found here. In the exclusive patreon-supporters-only part of the … More Phoenix Rising vs. Oakland Roots – Match Preview (September 10, 2022)

Updated Oakland Roots coaching staff going forward

August 24, 2022

Roots’ new interim head coach Noah Delgado’s staff has been a question since the organization parted ways with Juan Guerra. Per a club source, the following members will be alongside Delgado for Wednesday’s game against San Diego Loyal. Interim first assistant Mikey Hannon Goal keeper coach Peter Davis Strength and Conditioning coach Jeronimo Aimar The … More Updated Oakland Roots coaching staff going forward

San Diego Loyal vs. Oakland Roots – Match Preview (August 24, 2022)

August 24, 2022

Roots travel to San Diego for the Wednesday night matchup on the 24th at 7:00 p.m. Coming off of only one game in the last 28 days, the Roots have mostly seen their rivals for the last playoff positions flounder, leaving the Roots’ destiny largely in their own hands. However, some stuff happened this week, … More San Diego Loyal vs. Oakland Roots – Match Preview (August 24, 2022)

Oakland Roots place Juan Guerra under administrative leave following discussions with Phoenix Rising FC in a disruptive manner

August 18, 2022

A huge development occurred on Thursday with Oakland Roots announcing that they have placed coach Juan Guerra on administrative leave. This comes shortly after Phoenix Rising FC mutually parted ways with Rick Schantz on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the blog has been informed that Phoenix has been engaged in discussions with Guerra without permission while he is … More Oakland Roots place Juan Guerra under administrative leave following discussions with Phoenix Rising FC in a disruptive manner

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots concede late goal in 1-1 tie at Detroit City

August 13, 2022

It was another tie for Oakland Roots against Detroit City, this time after leading 1-0 after Charlie Dennis’ goal in the 50th minute followed by Detroit equalizing in the 87th minute when Francis Atuahene scored. The result brings Oakland’s record to 6-12-7 and nine games left in the season. With 30 points, it’s shaping up … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots concede late goal in 1-1 tie at Detroit City

Live Blog: Oakland Roots at Detroit City (August 13, 2022)

August 13, 2022

Hello and welcome back to the blog’s live coverage, it’s been a long break. Roots return from a 17 day absence to Detroit City’s Keyworth Stadium, where they haven’t played since the 2020 NISA Fall Tournament’s Finals, where they lost 2-1 after DCFC came back to win with a late chip goal over (I’m mentioning … More Live Blog: Oakland Roots at Detroit City (August 13, 2022)