There is a ton of soccer news from all over the Bay Area from Liga MX on Thursday to the NWSL on Saturday. We have our latest series on Chivas throughout the years.
The Quakes lose to Charlotte 4-1 on the road in their very first meeting ever and have now dropped three straight losses after beginning the year with two wins. (sjearthquakes.com)
There is a ton of Roots news so we’ll keep track. Michael and Kevin at Soccer Bay Area have their respective takes on the team, with photos from Doug.
26,000 Fans Help Oakland Roots Celebrate in Their New (Old) Home
Oakland filled the Coliseum again. But Roots’ soccer still leaves a lot to be desired
While Jon at The Roots Blog posts about the match and his insights behind the team’s struggles despite selling out their return to Oakland:
From the Bay FC beat: Doug plays double duty with his article on the Bay FC win with photos from Elysia.
Lema’s wonder goal helps Bay FC defeat Louisville in home opener
Congratulations to El Farolito who once again upset MLS Next Pro team Real Monarchs (Real Salt Lake) 3-1 to advance to the US Open Cup. Next on the tournament is another road trip–this time to Monterey on Tuesday April 1 at 7pm and they are yet to open up league play. Their NPSL National Champion defense will begin this Saturday at 4pm hosting the Oakland Stompers.
NPSL scores (home team listed first):
Rush Silicon Valley lose to Yuba City in their opener 3-1. Check out the photo highlights from TJV Photo and we’ll be back this weekend for more.
