Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots put itself in playoff position with win over Birmingham

What an electric night at Laney Stadium. Oakland Roots won 2-1 over Birmingham Legion, responding from a 1-nil deficit after 21 minutes but powering back with goals in the 24th and 84th minutes by Ottar Magnus Karlsson and Juan Carlos Azocar. The victory put Oakland above the playoff line, catapulting them to sixth-place, tied for … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots put itself in playoff position with win over Birmingham

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots fall 3-nil to Colorado Springs

Well, that was rough. Oakland Roots fell 3-0 to the Colorado Switchbacks under the lights of Laney College Football Stadium, leaving much to be desired after missing out on four big chances, including a missed penalty kick in the first half. “You need to score to win. We were playing well, we’re outplaying opponents when … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots fall 3-nil to Colorado Springs

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots win 4-1 over Loudoun United

What a night. Oakland Roots won 4-1 over Loudoun United to claim their first win of the season, first win of head coach Juan Guerra’s career, and brings Oakland out of the cellar into ninth place with a 1-3-3 record. Guerra mentioned following the 2-2 draw with San Diego on Wednesday that he hasn’t been … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots win 4-1 over Loudoun United