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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · 3d

After conceding a lead once again this season, Oakland Roots head coach Benny Feilhaber entered the post-game press conference looking for answers.
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Oakland Roots look for answers after loss to Hartford Athletic cripples playoff odds - Soccer Bay Area

Oakland Roots head coach Benny Feilhaber entered the post-game press conference looking for answers after a 3-1 loss to Hartford Athletic

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Sep 11

After going winless since June 7th, it isn't surprising Bay FC is looking for a new head coach. @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/09/11/a...

Montoya's depature shows Bay FC ready for 'next phase' - Soccer Bay Area

Bay FC's announcement that Montoya will 'step down' as coach is all about finding the leader who can actually take team to the next level.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Sep 8

The Oakland Coliseum was rocking as Japan and Mexico prepared for the 2026 World Cup with the first international in Oakland in 14 years. www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/09/07/m...

Japan and Mexico serve up a feast as international soccer returns to Oakland Coliseum - Soccer Bay Area

Takefusa Kubo was the star as Japan played Mexico and former coach Javier Aguirre in Oakland.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Sep 8

Oakland Roots can't catch up to Pittsburgh Riverhounds
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Oakland Roots Give Up Early Goal, Can't Catch Pittsburgh River Hounds - Soccer Bay Area

Oakland Roots missed an opportunity to improve their playoff chances in Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh River Hounds.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Aug 31

Oakland Roots Top Monterey Thanks to Former Monterey Star
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Former Monterey Bay Star Powers Oakland Roots to Win - Soccer Bay Area

The playoff chase is on for Oakland Roots as they vie for one of 8 playoff berths in the Western Conference of the USL Championship.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Aug 24

At the same time Bay FC just set the attendance record for an NWSL game, they also continued their slide down the table .from @kevinvnguyen.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/24/b...

Bay FC celebrates successful San Francisco debut amid slide

The game at Oracle Park was a successful event, but Albertin Montoya's side have been in a free fall, dropping to 12th in the NWSL standings.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Aug 24

Late goals put Oakland Roots' playoff hopes in jeopardy.
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Oakland Roots Succumb to Late Rally By Lexington SC - Soccer Bay Area

For 76 minutes, it appeared a quick goal and a gritty defensive effort would be enough for Oakland Roots to earn three points.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 24

Opinion: Bay FC may be San Francisco's best chance to finally have a first division pro soccer team @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/24/b...

Bay FC shows how special pro soccer could be in San Francisco - Soccer Bay Area

Many San Francisco soccer fans yearn for the day a first division pro soccer team claims the City by the Bay as its home.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Aug 3

El Farolito’s dream of back-to-back NPSL titles came to an end as Hickory FC of North Carolina took home the hardware thanks to a 3-2 win at Kezar Stadium in San Francisco on Saturday night. #NPSL Report by: @beaujanglez.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/03/e...

El Farolito Falls to Hickory FC in NPSL Title Clash - Soccer Bay Area

End to end action in the 2025 NPSL championship match featuring defending champs El Farolito and their undefeated challenger Hickory FC.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 1

Saturday, Aug 2, from 4-7 pm in SF, non-profit Reading On The Pitch is holding a fundraiser. ROTP uses the universal language of football/soccer as Sport for Protection. In Egypt, they provide safe spaces for children to play, education, and trauma healing practices—more info on the flyer.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 1

To make the NWSL Playoffs, Bay FC needs to do one thing: score more. @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/01/b...

Bay FC's second half goal? Goals, goals, and more goals - Soccer Bay Area

Bay FC enters the second half of the 2025 NWSL season needing forwards Asisat Oshoala and Racheal Kundananji to score goals

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Jul 28

Bay FC and Japanese club Urawa Red Diamonds had lessons to impart to each other during their friendly match at PayPal Park @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/07/27/b...

Bay FC attempt to take lessons learned against Urawa Red Diamonds into stretch NWSL run - Soccer Bay Area

The NWSL's Bay FC and Japanese club Urawa Red Diamonds had lessons to impart to each other during their friendly match at PayPal Park.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Jul 27

Oakland Roots Jägermeister Cup run helped the team get ready for the push for the postseason @oaklandroots.bsky.social #knowyourroots www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/07/26/u...

Under Feilhaber's direction, Oakland Roots in 'great spot' to make USL playoffs - Soccer Bay Area

A disappointing Oakland Roots USL Jägermeister Cup run inadvertently had a lasting positive impact on the team's 2025 season.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Jul 23

The nonprofit Reading on the Pitch will be holding a fundraiser on Aug 2nd in San Francisco to support vulnerable children from Sudan, Gaza, and Egypt. Click image for more information.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Jul 20

The Oakland Roots are back in the USL Playoff race after a 2-0 win against Loudoun United. @oaklandroots.bsky.social #knowyourroots www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/07/20/b...

Benny Bounce: Oakland Roots back in playoff hunt after 2-0 win against Loudoun United - Soccer Bay Area

Two early Oakland Roots goals and the heroics of goalkeeper Kendall McIntosh earned them a 2-0 victory over Loudoun United.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Jul 20

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El Farolito Achieves Golden Gate Conference Four-Peat with Win Over Cruizers - Soccer Bay Area

El Farolito earned their fourth consecutive Golden Gate Conference championship with a 4-1 win over Cruizers FC.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Jul 14

First Half Brilliance, Second Half Frustration for Oakland Roots on Saturday by @beaujanglez.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/07/13/o...

Oakland Roots' Dominant First Half Performance Wasted in Loss to Phoenix - Soccer Bay Area

What started out as one of the Oakland Roots' best halves of the season ended in second half disappointment.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Jul 9

The San Jose Earthquakes twice had the lead and twice gave it back with PKs to have their US Open Cup run end in the quarterfinals #quakes74 #cupset www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/07/09/s...

San Jose Earthquakes ousted on PK's from US Open Cup by Austin FC - Soccer Bay Area

The San Jose Earthquakes scored two goals, but also conceded two penalty kicks to lose to Austin FC in a U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Jul 6

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After Five Years and Two Leagues, Oakland Roots Earn First Win Over Longtime Rival - Soccer Bay Area

The Oakland Roots earned their third straight victory in all competitions, defeating visiting Detroit City FC 2-0.

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Kevin V. Nguyen @kevinvnguyen.bsky.social · Jul 6

New: Bruce Arena's vision for the Earthquakes doesn't include the most expensive player in club history. Coming into the season, Hernan Lopez was expected to be a star, but here's how the team moved on without him during his two month injury spell. 👇

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Bruce Arena’s vision for Earthquakes doesn’t include Hernan Lopez

San Jose’s steady form and depth chart didn’t leave much room for the Argentine star, who previously arrived for a club-record fee.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Jul 3

Mexico takes care of Honduras to set up a Gold Cup Final match with their archrival, the United States. #MEXvHON www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/07/02/m...

Mexico defeat Honduras 1-0 to advance to Gold Cup Final - Soccer Bay Area

A Raúl Jiménez goal in the 50th minute was all that Mexico needed to defeat Honduras and advance to the Concacaf Gold Cup Final game. The first half was a tense and tight affair, with [...]

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Jun 25

In a back-and-forth affair, Honduras earned a 2-1 victory over a game Curaçao side in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup #goldcup2025 @concacaf.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/06/25/h...