Football Result
Clay Holstad 42'
Jerome Williams 45'+5'
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
In a surprising turn of events in the USL Championship, Rhode Island FC dominated Oakland Roots at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, securing a 3-0 victory. The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored an Oakland Roots win, making Rhode Island FC's performance a significant upset. The AI model expected a balanced game, but the reality on the field was quite different. Despite Oakland Roots maintaining more possession (56.5%), they struggled to convert that advantage into scoring opportunities, managing only one shot on target out of six total shots. Rhode Island FC, on the other hand, capitalized on their chances, scoring three goals in quick succession between the 40th and 45+5th minutes, with goals from Albert Dikwa Lega, Clay Holstad, and Jerome Williams. Rhode Island FC's superior finishing, evidenced by their nine shots on target out of fourteen total, proved to be the difference.
Oakland Roots' high number of fouls committed (23) indicates potential defensive vulnerabilities and a struggle to contain Rhode Island FC's attacks. The game highlights Oakland Roots' continued struggles, as they have not won in their last five games, including losses to Monterey Bay and Orange County SC. Their attack seems blunt, failing to score in the two latest matches. This poor form will be a concern heading into their next match against FC Tulsa. FC Tulsa has been in decent form, winning four of their last five matches. Rhode Island FC's victory snaps a four-game winless streak. This win provides a boost of confidence as they prepare to face Detroit City FC, which has shown inconsistent form.
Looking back at their previous encounters, head-to-head games between Oakland Roots and FC Tulsa have been tightly contested, with each team securing narrow victories. Similarly, past matches between Rhode Island FC and Detroit City FC have often resulted in close games, suggesting another potentially tight affair is on the horizon for Rhode Island FC. The previous match between Rhode Island FC and Oakland Roots ended in a draw (1-1), but this game showed a different Rhode Island FC team.
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H2H Record before the game
Oakland Roots
Draws
Rhode Island FC