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Statement game or not, San Jose Earthquakes show they are for real - Soccer Bay Area San Jose Earthquakes convincing 4-1 win over Los Angeles FC was a statement to the rest of MLS that they are a legitimate title contender.

San Jose Earthquakes convincing 4-1 win over Los Angeles FC was a statement to the rest of MLS that they are a legitimate title contender. @sjearthquakes74.bsky.social #quakes74 www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/04/19/s...

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Gutty draw reveals Oakland Roots recipe for success - Soccer Bay Area Oakland Roots' 1-1 draw against Tulsa FC shows the potential ingredients are stewing together, boding well for a successful season.

Oakland Roots' 1-1 draw against Tulsa FC shows the potential ingredients are stewing together, boding well for a successful season. @oaklandroots.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/04/19/g...

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United States Women's National Team pass first test against Japan in San Jose - Soccer Bay Area The United States outlasted Japan with a 2-1 victory at PayPal Park thanks to goals from Rose Lavelle and Lindsay Heaps.

Ranked fifth in the world and fresh off its AFC Women's Asian Cup title, Japan proved exactly the test the United States needed in the run-up to next year's Women's World Cup. @uswnt.ussoccer.com #uwsnt www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/04/11/u...

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SF Bay Area says 'no' to FIFA Fan Fest and 'yes' to small fan zones for 2026 World Cup - Soccer Bay Area With no official SF Bay Area FIFA Fan Festival to attend, soccer fans will have to seek out smaller viewing parties across the region

The SF Bay Area won't have a large-scale FIFA Fan Fest, instead opting for smaller-sized 'fan zones' across the region. Feelings about it? www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/04/07/s...

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Bay FC steamrolls North Carolina 3-1 - Soccer Bay Area A magical fifteen-minute stretch of attacking soccer powered Bay FC to a 3-1 victory over the North Carolina Courage.

Bay FC rode a magical fifteen-minute stretch of attacking soccer to defeat the North Carolina Courage 3-1 @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/03/28/b...

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What we learned as Bay FC falls victim to Angel City pace for first loss - Soccer Bay Area After winning their home opener last weekend, Bay FC took a step back falling to their intrastate NWSL rivals Angel City FC 3-1.

It was a step back for Bay FC, losing to Angel City FC 3-1. @bayfc.com www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/03/21/w...

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El Farolito's Rivalry with Sacramento Republic FC Heats Up in U.S. Open Cup Battle - Soccer Bay Area The meeting between El Farolito and Sacramento Republic FC

El Farolito fell in extra time to Sacramento Republic in the US Open Cup, leading to a heated exchange as the game ended. www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/03/19/e...

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Gosh will the Warriors pull this out or lose by 18?

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HALFTIME: Guys cosplaying as the Warriors 54, Knicks 45

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Oakland Roots win Coliseum opener - Soccer Bay Area The Oakland Roots scored early and late to defeat New Mexico United 2-1 in their home opener at the Oakland Coliseum.

Oakland Roots delight large crowd at the Coliseum in 2-1 victory over New Mexico @oaklandroots.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/03/14/o...

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Here are the Oakland Roots new players for 2026 - Soccer Bay Area Oakland Roots Head coach Ryan Martin has assembled a squad with 10 new players and 5 Project 51O Academy players promoted to the first team.

Lots of new players for the Oakland Roots under new head coach Ryan Martin. Here is a guide to them @oaklandroots.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/03/13/h...

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Here are the new players on Bay FC roster - Soccer Bay Area Bay FC have retooled the team's roster for their 2026 campaign after a disappointing sophomore season for the club

Want to know who the new Bay FC players are this season? Here’s a handy guide @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2026/03/13/h...

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Timo Werner debuts for San Jose: ‘I’m here to be a leader’ The German star came off the bench and helped a confident young Quakes team see out a 2-0 win over Atlanta United.

San Jose hopes it has a new star in Timo Werner. The German arrived this week eager to turn the page on a year in which he was discarded by two managers. That experience has given him a new lease on life in which the Quakes should benefit:

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The kids have the keys in San Jose Timo Werner will be the centerpiece once he arrives, but his supporting cast will likely be this group which beat Sporting KC 3-0.

Timo Werner will be the centerpiece in San Jose once he arrives, but his supporting cast will likely be this young group that beat Sporting KC. My dispatch from MLS Opening Day at PayPal Park 👇

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Here are the teams that will play at Levi's Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup - Soccer Bay Area The San Francisco Bay Area missed out on hosting Lionel Messi or Christino Ronaldo for the 2026 FIFA World Cup games at Levi's Stadium

The San Francisco Bay Area missed out on hosting the biggest world soccer stars like Lionel Messi or Christino Ronaldo for the 2026 FIFA World Cup games at Levi’s Stadium. Instead, it will host smaller countries like Qatar, Austria, Jordan, and Paraguay. www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/12/05/h...

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Here are the teams that will play at Levi's Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup - Soccer Bay Area Lionel Messi and Argentina may be the star attraction for the San Francisco Bay Area 2026 FIFA World Cup games at Levi's Stadium.

Lionel Messi and Argentina may be the star attraction for the San Francisco Bay Area 2026 FIFA World Cup games at Levi’s Stadium.
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Oakland Roots changes start: say hello to Ryan Martin, bye to Jordan Ferrell and many players - Soccer Bay Area Oakland Roots bid farewell to technical director Jordan Ferrell and welcomed Ryan Martin as head coach to start the roster rebuild for 2026.

The Oakland Roots technical changes have begun in earnest as they rebuild for the 2026 season. @oaklandroots.bsky.social #knowyourroots www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/11/24/o...

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San Ramon FC battle fog, The Olympic Club to clinch spot in 2026 US Open Cup - Soccer Bay Area Facing their sternest test in the final qualifier game, San Ramon beat The Olympic Club 2-1 to advance to the 2026 U.S. Open Cup

San Ramon had to not only beat The Olympic Club, but also conquer the foggy conditions to advance to the 2026 US Open Cup @opencup.ussoccer.com www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/11/24/s...

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NWSL Championship shows Bay FC Fans the possible - Soccer Bay Area The SF Bay Area was gifted with a championship match at PayPal Park, with the NWSL Championship between Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit.

With everything on the line, it would take a moment of brilliance to decide the @nwslsoccer.com title game between @gothamfc.bsky.social and @washingtonspirit.com and that’s what happened. www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/11/23/n...

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Just a reminder to watch my gut and never watch this championship game again.

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That about sums up this USL Championship game perfectly. Riverhounds score 1 goal in 4 playoff games and win the title. Negative soccer at its finest.

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That about sums up this game perfectly.

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Pittsburgh Riverhounds win USL Championship scoring one goal in four games and winning 3 pks. Not a good look for the USL Championship and a reward for negative soccer.

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Where do Bay FC and Quakes go now? by Hella Football Underwhelming. Annoying. Frustrating. Optimistic?San Jose Earthquakes and Bay FC failed to make the playoffs but the vibe around both clubs is different. Where do they go from here? On this episode we...

Check the latest Hella Football Podcast where we go over the @sjearthquakes74.bsky.social @thetownfc.bsky.social and @bayfc.com seasons, and where they go from here. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...

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Oakland Roots part ways with Benny Feilhaber - Soccer Bay Area Oakland Roots parted ways with Benny Feilhaber and began their search for the club’s seventh head coach for their seventh season in 2026.

Oakland roots begin their search for the club’s seventh head coach for their seventh season in 2026. @oaklandroots.bsky.social #knowyourroots #bayarefutbol www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/10/27/o...

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Mistakes costly as Town FC exit playoffs to Rapids II - Soccer Bay Area Self-inflicted mistakes by The Town gave the visiting Rapids II side the margin they needed to escape with a 4-2 victory at PayPal Park.

Mistakes costly as The Town FC exits the MLS Next Pro playoffs. @thetownfc.bsky.social #bayarefutbol www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/10/26/m...

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Oakland Roots End Season on a High Note, Feilhaber's Future Uncertain - Soccer Bay Area Oakland Roots ended a disappointing season with their finest all-around performance in a win over Lexington SC at the Oakland Coliseum.

Oakland Roots End Season on a High Note, Feilhaber’s Future Uncertain
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Bruce Arena reflects on first season in San Jose after finale The Earthquakes narrowly missed out on the MLS Cup Playoffs despite winning their season finale against Austin FC. A busy offseason awaits.

Considering it has been 10 years since the Earthquakes opened PayPal Park, it would have been nice for them to finally host a playoff game this year. But alas, the wait continues. My piece on Saturday's hopeful finale and the offseason that lies ahead. 👇

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Oakland Roots Come Back to Play Spoiler in New Mexico - Soccer Bay Area Spirited effort earns draw, prevents New Mexico United from moving up in the USL Western Conference standings.

Wild match in New Mexico ends in draw
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Bay FC unable to break winless streak in Montoya's last home game - Soccer Bay Area Bay FC conceded two goals in the first eight minutes, ultimately losing 4-1 to the North Carolina Courage on Friday night.

In Albertin Montoya's last home game in charge, Bay FC was unable to get its first win in over four months. @bayfc.com #bayfc #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/10/18/b...

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