Turf Wars

Oakland Roots had a score to settle with the Sacramento Republic. At stake was the title of the USL's number one Northern California soccer club and a little bit more. This was about more than just bragging rights. The Roots owed Sac, owed them for a cancelled game that represented the biggest hurdle the club had faced in its short history. Local rivalries sometimes need a little extra to galvanize them, and after this game it is clear that there is no love lost between these two clubs. This was played with a degree of derby antagonism that is all too often lacking in American soccer. Long may it continue. 

This week we talk turf and the burgeoning rivalry between these clubs. We hear from Roots' coach Jordon Ferrell and Emrah Klimenta after a historic performance. We then touch on the Roots aspirations and how they compare to clubs like Phoenix Rising. Before round off with a chat about playoff odds. This is Hella Football.