Oakland Roots could face eviction from Coliseum over overdue rent

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 8:11 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Oakland Roots could face eviction from Coliseum over overdue rent
Summary

The Oakland Roots risk being barred from playing at the Coliseum if they do not begin paying $1.4 million in overdue rent by Wednesday. Currently behind on payments, the team faces losing access for their home games, including a scheduled match on Saturday. Efforts to establish a payment plan have not succeeded, and the team previously stated it would not renew its lease with the venue. The outcome remains uncertain, as the team's future home has yet to be determined amidst these financial disputes.

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  • Roots owe $1.4 million in overdue rent to the Coliseum.
  • They must begin payments by Wednesday to avoid eviction.
  • If unpaid, they could miss their home game on Saturday.
  • Previous payment plan proposals were rejected.
  • The team will not renew its lease and seeks a new location.
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  • 8:11 PMYahoo SportsOakland Roots face eviction from Coliseum if they don't begin paying $1.4M in overdue rent
What they're saying
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The Oakland Roots are risking not being able to play at the Coliseum on Saturday and for the rest of their home games, if they do not meet Wednesday's deadline of beginning to pay $1.4 million in overdue rent.

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