Oakland, CA – Today will be the first match of Oakland Roots SC’s Inaugural Season in the USL Championship. Interim Head Coach Jordan Ferrell’s team will begin the journey towards a playoff run away at the defending Western Conference Title winners, Phoenix Rising FC. Oakland looks to get acclimated to their new league quickly and push on from there.
Oakland, CA – Today will be the first match of Oakland Roots SC’s Inaugural Season in the USL Championship. Interim Head Coach Jordan Ferrell’s team will begin the journey towards a playoff run away at the defending Western Conference Title winners, Phoenix Rising FC. Oakland looks to get acclimated to their new league quickly and push on from there.
Quick Look:
- Saturday, May 8th
- 7:30 p.m. PST kickoff
- Wild Horse Pass Stadium, Chandler, AZ
- How to Watch: ESPN+ (digital)
Oakland Roots Latest
Roots finished up preseason last Saturday with a game against Santa Clara University. This was the team's first game following the coaching change and ended in a 1-1 draw. Jeremy Bokila picked up his second goal of preseason scoring the lone Roots goal in the game.
Roots concluded preseason with one draw and four losses, but scored in every single game. The team played some of their best soccer in a 3-2 loss to local MLS rivals San Jose Earthquakes, taking a 2-0 lead deep into the game with goals from Oakland raised Yohannes Harish and forward Johnny Rodriguez.
The following week was a reality check for the team as they came out strong vs Sacramento Republic FC with chances falling Roots’ way early, but the team was unable to convert on the opportunities. When Sacramento scored on their first chances, the tides began to turn strongly in their favor, resulting in a 5-1 final score in favor of the hosts. The lone goal in that match was scored by Johnny Rodriguez who wrapped up preseason with 2 goals, tied atop with Jeremy Bokila.
Quick Look:
- Saturday, May 8th
- 7:30 p.m. PST kickoff
- Wild Horse Pass Stadium, Chandler, AZ
- How to Watch: ESPN+ (digital)
Oakland Roots Latest
Roots finished up preseason last Saturday with a game against Santa Clara University. This was the team’s first game following the coaching change and ended in a 1-1 draw. Jeremy Bokila picked up his second goal of preseason scoring the lone Roots goal in the game.
Roots concluded preseason with one draw and four losses, but scored in every single game. The team played some of their best soccer in a 3-2 loss to local MLS rivals San Jose Earthquakes, taking a 2-0 lead deep into the game with goals from Oakland raised Yohannes Harish and forward Johnny Rodriguez.
The following week was a reality check for the team as they came out strong vs Sacramento Republic FC with chances falling Roots’ way early, but the team was unable to convert on the opportunities. When Sacramento scored on their first chances, the tides began to turn strongly in their favor, resulting in a 5-1 final score in favor of the hosts. The lone goal in that match was scored by Johnny Rodriguez who wrapped up preseason with 2 goals, tied atop with Jeremy Bokila.
About the Phoenix Rising:
Phoenix Rising FC opened their brand new home at Wild Horse pass with a dominating 4-1 victory over Landon Donovan's San Diego Loyal side on ESPN 2.
Santi Moar carried his team for much of their opener scoring one goal and providing two assists. Rising started the match on the front foot and quickly showed the national television audience why they aren't just the defending Western Conference Title winners, but why they were the preseason favorites for many in the Pacific Division.
Phoenix Rising’s Last Starting XI:
Andre Rawls, Ryan Flood, James Musa, Tobi Adewole, Darnell King, Aodhan Quinn, Kevon Lambert, Jon Bakero, Santi Moar, Rufat Dadashov, Solomon Asante.
Viewing Locations:
Luka's Taproom, 2221 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
About the Phoenix Rising:
Phoenix Rising FC opened their brand new home at Wild Horse pass with a dominating 4-1 victory over Landon Donovan’s San Diego Loyal side on ESPN 2.
Santi Moar carried his team for much of their opener scoring one goal and providing two assists. Rising started the match on the front foot and quickly showed the national television audience why they aren’t just the defending Western Conference Title winners, but why they were the preseason favorites for many in the Pacific Division.
Phoenix Rising’s Last Starting XI:
Andre Rawls, Ryan Flood, James Musa, Tobi Adewole, Darnell King, Aodhan Quinn, Kevon Lambert, Jon Bakero, Santi Moar, Rufat Dadashov, Solomon Asante.
Viewing Locations:
Luka’s Taproom, 2221 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
