Oakland Roots vs. Tacoma Defiance Match Notes

Published on August 28, 2021 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Oakland Roots SC News Release

Oakland Roots are coming off their first set of back to back wins of the season after beating Pacific Division leading Phoenix Rising on Wednesday night. Roots have picked up 11 points from their last five games and are currently on a five game unbeaten run.

Since passing the midway point of the season, the squad is starting to gel and many of the players who suffered injuries are finding their form. Jose Hernandez who missed earlier parts of the season has now scored in both of the teams last two wins, while captain Wal Fal has scored in three of his last six to bring his tally to tied for the team lead in goals.

The last time the Roots faced Tacoma, some unfortunate luck for Oakland led to a 3-1 loss on the road. Wal Fall scored a beautiful free kick as a consultation, but Roots look to flip the script this time as they welcome Tacoma to Oakland.

Former Roots keeper Christian Herrera makes his return to Oakland having made seven starts for the team from Washington.

Last 3 Games:

August 25, 2021 vs Phoenix Rising FC

OAK 3, PHX 1

August 21, 2021 vs Las Vegas Lights SC

LV 1, OAK 3

August 18, 2021 at New Mexico United

NM 1, OAK 1

Starting XI vs. Phoenix Rising FC August 25, 2021:

GK Paul Blanchette

D Memo Diaz

D Akeem Ward

D Max Ornstil

D Emrah Klimenta

M Matias Fissore

M Wal Fall

M José Hernández

M Ariel Mbumba

M Jesus Enríquez

F Jeremey Bokila

Roots Goal Scoring Leader

Jeremey Bokila - 3

Wal Fall - 3

Roots Assist Leader

Jesus Enriquez - 3

Injury:

OUT - Tarn Weir (lower extremity)

OUT - Tarek Morad (lower extremity)

Matchup: Oakland Roots SC vs. Tacoma Defiance

Competition: USL Championship

Date: August 28, 2021

Kick off time: 5:30 PM PST

Weather Forecast: 78 degrees, sunny

Venue: Laney College, Oakland, CA

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