Match Notes (5.18.2024) - Oakland Roots SC vs Orange County SC

Published on May 18, 2024 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Oakland Roots SC News Release

Match Up: Oakland Roots SC vs Orange County SC

Competition: USL Championship

Date: May 18, 2024

Kick off time: 7:00 PM PT

Weather Forecast: 62 degrees, sunny

Venue: Cal State University, East Bay

Location: Hayward, California

Where to Watch: ESPN+, KTVU Plus

Match Preview:

Memo Diaz became the first Oakland Roots player to reach 100 appearances for the club in all competitions.

Johnny Rodriguez leads the team All-Time with 22 goals.

Memo Diaz leads the team All-Time with 11 assists.

Oakland is looking for just their 3rd win in 18 at home dating back to 2023.

Last Meeting:

October 4, 2023

OC 3, OAK 1

Last Three Games:

May 11, 2024

NM 2, OAK 1

May 7, 2024 (Open Cup)

SJ 1, OAK 0

May 4, 2024

SA 2, OAK 2

Last Starting XI vs New Mexico United: 4-2-3-1

GK - Paul Blanchette

D - Memo Diaz

D - Nail Logue

D - Camden Riley

D - Baboucarr Njie

M - Etsgar Cruz

M - Neveal Hackshaw

M - Daniel Gomez

M - Irakoze Donasiyano

M - Trayvone Reid

F - Johnny Rodriguez

Injuries

None

Discipline

None

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