Tag: Player News

Oakland Roots Transaction: Akeem Ward to RGV Toros, what it means for the roster

July 8, 2022

Oakland Roots announced that they have loaned fullback Akeem O’Connor-Ward to the RGV Toros for the remainder of the season, effectively ending Ward’s time with the organization. He had fallen out of favor under Juan Guerra with just two starts and four appearances this season after being a routine starter the previous year. He’ll be … More Oakland Roots Transaction: Akeem Ward to RGV Toros, what it means for the roster

Oakland Roots Transaction: Xolos recall GK Benny Diaz from loan

July 2, 2022

You may have noticed Benny Diaz posting on Twitter that he’s happy to make the trip to Xolos’ season-opener today, July 3 against Pumas. It’s now official, Diaz has been recalled from his loan with Oakland Roots. Marcelo De La Peña was first on the news. Xolos has posted Diaz on its social media channels … More Oakland Roots Transaction: Xolos recall GK Benny Diaz from loan

Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots take a point against El Paso

April 24, 2022

The Oakland Roots walk out of Saturday’s game at El Paso Locomotive with a point after tying 1-1, bringing their record to 1-4-3 and seven points. Oakland is now two points shy of a seventh-place playoff qualification spot and five games unbeaten against USL Championship teams. Both teams undoubtedly feel like they left goals on … More Game Notes & Player Ratings: Oakland Roots take a point against El Paso

Oakland Roots Player Profile: Charlie Dennis

March 12, 2022

It’s was a strong undefeated preseason run for the Oakland Roots. In the limited amount of peaks at the club, newcomer Charlie Dennis has been showing off his ability to land free kicks, take shots from distance, and position himself in space. He’s ready for a big USL Championship debut after scoring three this preseason. … More Oakland Roots Player Profile: Charlie Dennis

Transaction: Oakland Roots Acquire Mikael Tørset Johnsen on Loan from Venezia

February 26, 2022

Venezia FC has announced that they have loaned Norwegian midfielder Mikael Tørset Johnsen to the Oakland Roots for the 2022 season. Johnsen recently signed a deal through 2024 with the Italian side. Johnsen becomes the second player loaned in from Venezia after bringing striker Óttar Magnús Karlsson earlier this month. A club source indicates that … More Transaction: Oakland Roots Acquire Mikael Tørset Johnsen on Loan from Venezia

Oakland Roots Media Day Interview With Danny Barbir

February 23, 2022

Danny Barbir scored the game-winning goal in Oakland Roots’ recent preseason match against FC Tulsa at the Desert Showdown in Tucson on February 20, smashing home a cross from Memo Diaz. It was perhaps a sign of things to come for the left-footed Roots defender. “I can come in and be a leader straight off … More Oakland Roots Media Day Interview With Danny Barbir

Oakland Roots Media Day Interview With Chuy Enriquez

February 16, 2022

Chuy Enriquez breaking out his routine to ‘Y Que Fue?’ was a welcome sight at the team’s 4-nil preseason victory over Academica SC on February 5. When greeting supporters out in Turlock, there was a sense of relief that the Roots’ Righteous Award winner and fan-favorite was back with the club. He scored in the … More Oakland Roots Media Day Interview With Chuy Enriquez

Roster Update: Oakland Roots Signing FW Óttar Magnús Karlsson, Transfer Kai Green To Monterey Bay

February 14, 2022

Update: The Roots confirmed that they have signed Óttar Magnús Karlsson on loan from Serie A’s Venezia. To this point in the offseason, the Oakland Roots have built a roster heavy on defenders and light on attackers. But the Roots appear to be in the process of two moves that will have correct this potential … More Roster Update: Oakland Roots Signing FW Óttar Magnús Karlsson, Transfer Kai Green To Monterey Bay

Report: Oakland Roots To Sign Winger Juan Carlos Azócar

January 22, 2022

Reports out of South America indicate that the Oakland Roots are set to sign Venezuelan winger Juan Carlos Azócar, according to Mario Alberto Sanchez of El Mundo es un Balón. Sources confirm that the club is interested in Azócar and it appears to be a matter of time before the paperwork is finalized. Alberto Sanchez … More Report: Oakland Roots To Sign Winger Juan Carlos Azócar