Tag: Juan Guerra

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)

Transaction: Oakland Roots transferred Ariel Mbumba to Columbus Crew 2

August 8, 2022

Update: Oakland Roots have confirmed that they have transferred Ariel Mbumba to Columbus Crew 2 of MLS Next Pro. “Ariel was a young player we saw a lot of potential in here locally,” said Technical Director Jordan Ferrell, via the team’s official site. “One of the goals of the Club is to help nurture and … More Transaction: Oakland Roots transferred Ariel Mbumba to Columbus Crew 2

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots draw Phoenix, enter 2 week break

July 28, 2022

It was a 0-0 draw for Oakland Roots on Wednesday against Phoenix Rising despite controlling the action for a large part of the game. Roots productively held 60 percent of possession time and reeled off 17 shots with seven on target, but they couldn’t find the finishing touch. Assistant coach Marcos Reina, filling in for … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots draw Phoenix, enter 2 week break

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots fall to Las Vegas Lights while down a man

July 24, 2022

Well, that sucked. Oakland Roots fell to Las Vegas Lights 2-0 on Saturday at Laney College, keeping Roots in ninth place with 28 points and pushing Lights up to seventh with 31. It marked the second time in four matches that Oakland went down to 10 men in the first half, this time with Paul … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots fall to Las Vegas Lights while down a man

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots beat El Paco Locomotive 4-nil with all first-half goals

July 17, 2022

Oakland Roots put together its best performance of the season on Saturday at Laney College, demolishing the visiting El Paso Locomotive 4-nil with all four goals in the first half. They defeat the fifth-place team in the Western Conference in El Paso, which allowed four goals in previous eight games combined walking into the game, … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots beat El Paco Locomotive 4-nil with all first-half goals

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots tie Sacramento Republic after conceding late goal

July 10, 2022

It was a tough break for Oakland Roots, conceding a goal at the death to Sacramento Republic, resulting in a 3-3 tie at Heart Health Park. The sense of disappointment was clear from the Roots’ roster, kicking and pushing a chain-link fence on dismay as they approached the locker room following the match. Oakland looked … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots tie Sacramento Republic after conceding late goal

Live Blog: Oakland Roots at Sacramento Republic

July 9, 2022

Hello and welcome to the blog’s live coverage of Oakland Roots visiting Sacramento Republic, writing alongside at least 150 Town Function members in section 120, be sure to keep an ear out. On a separate note, this post marks our 100th on the new website, thank you for supporting and helping RootsBlog grow. Roots walk … More Live Blog: Oakland Roots at Sacramento Republic