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Spokane Velocity defeats Oakland Roots 3-1 in USL Cup group stage finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:03 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

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Summary

On Saturday, Spokane Velocity secured a 3-1 victory against Oakland Roots in the final game of the USL Cup group stage, played at Merritt College Soccer Stadium in Oakland, California. After trailing early in the match, Spokane rallied with goals from Neco Brett, who scored twice, and Anuar Pelaez, who added a third in stoppage time. The win propelled Spokane to first place in their group as they await the outcome of the Sacramento Republic vs. AC Boise match, which will determine their advancement to the knockout stage for the first time in the club's history. Spokane's defense, improved after the first half, did not allow any on-target attempts from Oakland in the second period.

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By the Numbers

•Match played on July 11 at Merritt College Soccer Stadium.
•Spokane finished first in their group with 3-1 victory.
•Neco Brett scored two goals, contributing significantly to Spokane's win.
•Anuar Pelaez secured the victory with a goal in stoppage time.
•Spokane awaits the result of Sacramento vs. AC Boise for knockout stage hopes.

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2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Spokane Velocity finish USL Cup Group Stage strong

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Jul. 11—After falling behind early in the final game of the USL Cup group stage, the Spokane Velocity made their case for a spot in the quarterfinals against the Oakland Roots in a 3-1 victory at Merritt College Soccer Stadium in Oakland, California on Saturday. With the win, Spokane jumped to first place in their group, and await the final result of the match between Sacramento Republic and ...
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