Los Tulsa Roughnecks anuncian a su entrenador, Michael Nsien

Tulsa (Oklahoma).- Los Tulsa Roughnecks anunciaron hoy el compromiso por dos años de Michael Nsien como entrenador del equipo    en la USL Championship.

“Estamos emocionados de anunciar a Michael como el nuevo entrenador de los Roughnecks. Hemos entrevistado a varios candidatos, pero Michael destacó sobre todos los demás. Es nacido en Tulsa y es muy respetado por todo el país como entrenador y, además, comparte nuestra vision sobre cómo cambiar la dinámica de los Tulsa Roughnecks para convertirnos en una franquicia ganadora” comentaba Barry Williams, presidente del equipo.

Michael Nsien tiene una dilatada carrera que comenzó en la Universidad de Dayton antes de convertirse en jugador profesional defendiendo a los LA Galaxy, Portland Timbers y Dallas FC. Nsien, con licencia USSF y UEFA A, tiene previsto conseguir la licencia USSF Pro durante este año. De la misma forma, ha participado en las academias del Benfica portugués y en las academias de los equipos ingleses Liverpool, Manchester United y Manchester City, todos ellos de la Premier League.

“Como persona nacida en Tulsa y apasionado aprendiz del fútbol, no podría estar más contento y preparado para ser el entrenador de los Tulsa Roughnecks. Tulsa y el fútbol son dos cosas que me lo han dado todo para ser lo que soy en la vida” afirmaba Nsien a la vez que comentaba que “no puedo imaginarme una mejor manera de devolver al fútbol y a mi ciudad lo que me han dado como entrenar a los Roughnecks y colocarles en el camino hacia el éxito. Tengo muchas ganas de ofrecer al equipo y a Tulsa lo mejor de mis capacidades. Y estoy agradecido por el apoyo que me han dado”.

Nsien dirigió  y entrenó previamente a varios equipos como el South Bay Force, Tulsa Thunder Soccer Club, TSC Hurricane Soccer Club y el Blitz United Soccer Club. También fue entrenador interino de los Tulsa Roughnecks durante la temporada 2018.

Los entradas y abonos para la temporada 2019 están ya a la venta. Están disponibles a precios rebajados hasta el final del año en curso, en 2018. Para poder ver todas las ubicaciones, los aficionados pueden visitar www.roughnecksfc.com/tickets. Las entradas y abonos pueden ser adquiridos en el teléfono 918-297-6808.

Sobre los Tulsa Roughnecks.

 Los Tulsa Roughnecks fueron refundados en 2015 cuando el equipo de fútbol profesional  comenzó a jugar en la United Soccer League (USL). Los Roughnecks juegan en la USL Championship, una de las más exitosas ligas profesionales en el mundo. La temporada 2017 marcó la campaña más positiva de los Roughnecks porque el equipo consiguió por primera vez participar en los playoffs. Para conseguir más información sobre los Tulsa Roughnecks FC y el ONEOK Field, por favor, visiten Roughnecksfc.com o síganos en Facebook, Twitter o Instagram.

LOS TULSA ROUGHNECKS PRESENTAN A BARRY WILLIAMS COMO PRESIDENTE

El Director General de “The Evolutions Group” se une al club propietario donde dirigirá nuevos y apasionantes cambios

Tulsa (Oklahoma).- Los Tulsa Roughnecks han anunciado hoy la incorporación del influyente hombre de negocios local Barry Williams al grupo propietario del equipo, donde ocupará la plaza de Presidente del club. Este movimiento anuncia una nueva etapa para el club de Tulsa en la USL Championship.

Mike Melega presentó a Williams, que ha prestado sus servicios como Director General en “The Evolutions Group”. El nuevo presidente de los Roughnecks supervisará el nuevo staff para el equipo de fútbol que incluirá personal dedicado al marketing, a relaciones con la comunidad y a la venta de entradas o boletos así como a la búsqueda de patrocinadores para el equipo de Tulsa.

“El fútbol es una deporte que a la ciudad de Tulsa, al grupo propietario de los Roughnecks y a mi familia nos preocupa mucho”, comentó Williams. “Los últimos resultados del equipo, tanto dentro como fuera del campo de juego, no han estado en la línea de las expectativas que se tenían. Además, nosotros creemos que necesitamos construir un nuevo staff con experiencia separado de los Tulsa Drillers. Creemos firmemente que esta nueva dirección nos traerá más victorias en el campo y mejorará de forma significativa  la cultura del equipo fuera del césped, así como dentro de la comunidad de la ciudad de Tulsa”.

 Wayne Farmer, nacido en Gales y graduado por la Oral Roberts University, ha sido nombrado como nuevo Manager General del equipo. Farmer ha trabajado en esa misma posición en el Fortuna Tulsa durante el año inaugural de la temporada 2018 de la Women´s Premier Soccer League.

 “Tenemos emocionantes planes que van a servir para que nuestra organización esté conectada con la comunidad de Tulsa”, aseguró Farmer mientras seguía diciendo que “para garantizar el respeto de los ciudadanos de Tulsa que aman el fútbol, necesitamos mostrar con sinceridad que estamos aquí para apoyar a la ciudad y a toda la comunidad futbolística”.

“Estos cambios e incorporaciones proporcionarán un sólida base para el futuro del fútbol profesional en nuestra ciudad. Estamos muy contentos en relación con lo que los Roughnecks puedan lograr esta temporada 2019 en la que entramos” añadía Melega, que continuará  implicado en la organización del club. 

Los anuncios relacionados con las citas del nuevo entrenador del club y los posibles fichajes del equipo serán anunciados en las próximas semanas.

A tenor de los cambios, los Roughnecks han anunciado diferentes modificaciones en el diseño de los asientos de los aficionados para este próximo 2019 con precios más bajos en las entradas. Para ver el plan completo de estos asientos, los aficionados pueden visitar la web del club www.roughnecksfc.com/tickets. De la misma forma, los abonos de temporada pueden ser comprados llamando al teléfono (918) 297-6808.

Además, los actuales abonados de la temporada y los poseedores de los palcos privados serán contactados en breves fechas para serles mostradas las ideas de esta emocionante temporada 2019 y las siguientes para el fútbol en Tulsa.

 

 Sobre los Tulsa Roughnecks.

 Los Tulsa Roughnecks fueron refundados en 2015 cuando el equipo de fútbol profesional  comenzó a jugar en la United Soccer League (USL). Los Roughnecks juegan en la USL Championship, unas de las exitosas ligas profesionales en el mundo. La temporada 2017 marcó la campaña más positiva de los Roughnecks porque el equipo consiguió por primera vez participar en los playoffs. Para conseguir más información sobre los Tulsa Roughnecks FC y el ONEOK Field, por favor, visiten Roughnecksfc.com o síganos en Facebook, Twitter o Instagram.

MATCH PREVIEW
Saturday, June 30
vs. Las Vegas Lights FC
Kickoff – 7:30 p.m. at ONEOK Field

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC will play its second match in four days on Saturday night in the second meeting this season with the Las Vegas Lights FC.  There will be a number of activities throughout the day in conjunction with the match.  The activities are highlighted by a special post-match Fireworks Extravaganza celebrating Independence Day presented by 2 Works For You and 106.9 K-Hits.

Other events will include a special disc golf tournament starting at 10:00 a.m. at ONEOK Field hosted by Basketcase Disc Golf.  There will be ten holes located throughout the stadium and your entry fee of $25 includes a ticket to the Roughnecks match and a commemorative disc.  More information is available HERE.

In addition, if you are looking for a place to watch the day’s World Cup matches, the Busch Scoreboard Bar will be open beginning at 10:00 a.m.  We will be showing the second half of the France vs. Argentina game and the entire game between Uruguay and Portugal that kicks off at 1:00 p.m.

There will also be a Youth Soccer Clinic on the field with the Roughnecks players beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday’s match will mark the first time that the Roughnecks have hosted the expansion Lights. TRFC traveled to Las Vegas on May 5 and played the Lights to a 1-1 draw.  Las Vegas comes to Tulsa on the heels of a 3-2 loss at Swope Park and has 16 points on the season from a 4-6-4 record.

The Roughnecks will enter Saturday’s match coming off their first victory of the season. In new Head Coach Michael Nsien’s debut on Wednesday, Jhon Pirez and Paris Gee each found the back of the net as Tulsa defeated the LA Galaxy II 2-0. The Roughnecks have 10 points and are 1-8-7 on the season. 

The Roughnecks will be celebrating Independence Day with the huge post-match Fireworks Extravaganza that will light up the downtown Tulsa sky. It is also Military Appreciation Night, so any active or retired military member will receive two free tickets to the Busch Terrace or family stand section by presenting their military ID at the ticket windows.

Tickets for Saturday’s match are available online by clicking HERE, over the phone at (918) 744-5901 or in person at the stadium ticket office. Youth players who wear their team’s jersey can obtain any level ticket in the seating bowl or on the grass berm for just $5.

Fans in Tulsa who are unable to attend this weekend’s matches can still watch the action live on Cox YurView channel 1333.

The match will also be streamed live on ESPN+ for fans with a subscription to the service.

Saturday, June 30 . . . vs. Las Vegas Lights FC – Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30 p.m.)
FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA / MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT / YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC / DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT
Presented by 2 Works for You and 106.9 KHITS

The Roughnecks return to ONEOK Field with their second of two meetings this season against the Las Vegas Lights FC. We have some great promotions that will make it an exciting day at the stadium.

First, fans will be able to play a round of disc golf at ONEOK Field from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Cost is $25 per player and includes a ticket to the match and a special Roughnecks/Tulsa Drillers commemorative disc. 

We will also have a World Cup Watch Party at the Busch Scoreboard Bar starting at 10:00 a.m. for the second half of the France and Argentina match and for the 1:00 p.m. match between Uruguay and Portugal.

In addition, kids will have an opportunity to sharpen their soccer skills with the Roughnecks players in a Youth Soccer Clinic. The Arvest Gate will open at 6:00 p.m. for the clinic, and it will run from 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

It is also Military Appreciation Night at the stadium. Fans that are active or retired military, who show their military ID, will receive two free tickets in the Family Stand or the Busch Terrace.

Minutes after the conclusion of the match, fans will get to watch fireworks light up the Tulsa skyline in a post-match Fireworks Extravaganza.

Once the skies clear, we will continue the fun with our After-Match Party at the Busch Scoreboard Bar. Come enjoy your favorite beverages with other soccer fans.

MATCH PREVIEW
Saturday, June 30
vs. Las Vegas Lights FC
Kickoff – 7:30 p.m. at ONEOK Field

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC will play its second match in four days on Saturday night in the second meeting this season with the Las Vegas Lights FC.  There will be a number of activities throughout the day in conjunction with the match.  The activities are highlighted by a special post-match Fireworks Extravaganza celebrating Independence Day presented by 2 Works For You and 106.9 K-Hits.

Other events will include a special disc golf tournament starting at 10:00 a.m. at ONEOK Field hosted by Basketcase Disc Golf.  There will be ten holes located throughout the stadium and your entry fee of $25 includes a ticket to the Roughnecks match and a commemorative disc.  More information is available HERE.

In addition, if you are looking for a place to watch the day’s World Cup matches, the Busch Scoreboard Bar will be open beginning at 10:00 a.m.  We will be showing the second half of the France vs. Argentina game and the entire game between Uruguay and Portugal that kicks off at 1:00 p.m.

There will also be a Youth Soccer Clinic on the field with the Roughnecks players beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday’s match will mark the first time that the Roughnecks have hosted the expansion Lights. TRFC traveled to Las Vegas on May 5 and played the Lights to a 1-1 draw.  Las Vegas comes to Tulsa on the heels of a 3-2 loss at Swope Park and has 16 points on the season from a 4-6-4 record.

The Roughnecks will enter Saturday’s match coming off their first victory of the season. In new Head Coach Michael Nsien’s debut on Wednesday, Jhon Pirez and Paris Gee each found the back of the net as Tulsa defeated the LA Galaxy II 2-0. The Roughnecks have 10 points and are 1-8-7 on the season. 

The Roughnecks will be celebrating Independence Day with the huge post-match Fireworks Extravaganza that will light up the downtown Tulsa sky. It is also Military Appreciation Night, so any active or retired military member will receive two free tickets to the Busch Terrace or family stand section by presenting their military ID at the ticket windows.

Tickets for Saturday’s match are available online by clicking HERE, over the phone at (918) 744-5901 or in person at the stadium ticket office. Youth players who wear their team’s jersey can obtain any level ticket in the seating bowl or on the grass berm for just $5.

Fans in Tulsa who are unable to attend this weekend’s matches can still watch the action live on Cox YurView channel 1333.

The match will also be streamed live on ESPN+ for fans with a subscription to the service.

Saturday, June 30 . . . vs. Las Vegas Lights FC – Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30 p.m.)
FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA / MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT / YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC / DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT
Presented by 2 Works for You and 106.9 KHITS

The Roughnecks return to ONEOK Field with their second of two meetings this season against the Las Vegas Lights FC. We have some great promotions that will make it an exciting day at the stadium.

First, fans will be able to play a round of disc golf at ONEOK Field from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Cost is $25 per player and includes a ticket to the match and a special Roughnecks/Tulsa Drillers commemorative disc. 

We will also have a World Cup Watch Party at the Busch Scoreboard Bar starting at 10:00 a.m. for the second half of the France and Argentina match and for the 1:00 p.m. match between Uruguay and Portugal.

In addition, kids will have an opportunity to sharpen their soccer skills with the Roughnecks players in a Youth Soccer Clinic. The Arvest Gate will open at 6:00 p.m. for the clinic, and it will run from 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

It is also Military Appreciation Night at the stadium. Fans that are active or retired military, who show their military ID, will receive two free tickets in the Family Stand or the Busch Terrace.

Minutes after the conclusion of the match, fans will get to watch fireworks light up the Tulsa skyline in a post-match Fireworks Extravaganza.

Once the skies clear, we will continue the fun with our After-Match Party at the Busch Scoreboard Bar. Come enjoy your favorite beverages with other soccer fans.

MATCH PREVIEW
Wednesday, June 27
vs. Los Angeles Galaxy II
Kickoff – 7:30 p.m. at ONEOK Field

Saturday, June 30
vs. Las Vegas Lights FC
Kickoff – 7:30 p.m. at ONEOK Field

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC will begin a new era this week as Tulsa native Mike Nsien makes his debut as the team’s head coach. Nsien will debut with two matches at ONEOK Field this week. On Wednesday, June 27, TRFC will take on the Los Angeles Galaxy II in its second meeting this season, and on Saturday, June 30 the Roughnecks will take on Las Vegas Lights FC in its second meeting. Both matches will kickoff at 7:30 p.m. in downtown Tulsa.

Wednesday is Bark in the Park and Buck Night at the stadium, with fans invited to bring their dogs to the game while also having the chance to enjoy $1 beers, sodas and hot dogs. The Roughnecks will also celebrate local soccer teams that won Oklahoma High School State Titles in a Night of Champions.

All of Wednesday’s activities are presented by City of Tulsa: Save our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and 97.1 The Sports Animal.   

The action will continue Saturday when there will be a post-match fireworks extravaganza celebrating Independence Day. It is also Military Appreciation Night, so any active or retired military member will receive two free tickets to the terrace or family stand section. Fans will also have an opportunity to play disc golf at ONEOK Field from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For $25 per person, a round of disc golf and a special disc will be included.

All of Saturday’s activities are presented by 2 Works for You and 106.9 K-HITS.

The Roughnecks are still in search of their first win of the season after falling 6-1 last weekend in California against Orange County. TRFC is on a three-game losing streak and is 0-8-7 on the season.

The Los Angeles Galaxy II enter Wednesday’s match having dropped its last two matches against Orange County and Oklahoma City. Their last win came on June 2 at home against the Roughnecks, despite Tulsa controlling much of the play and possession. The Galaxy II have 15 points and are 3-8-4 on the season.

On Saturday, Tulsa will host the expansion side Las Vegas Lights FC for the first time. The Roughnecks played Las Vegas to a 1-1 draw in a controversial game back on May 5. The Lights come to Tulsa coming off a 3-2 loss to Swope Park. Las Vegas has 14 points and is 4-6-4 on the season.

Tickets for both matches are available online by clicking HERE, or over the phone at (918) 744-5901 or in person at the stadium ticket office. Youth players who wear their team’s jersey can obtain any level ticket in the seating bowl or on the grass berm for just $5.

Fans in Tulsa who are unable to attend this weekend’s matches can still watch the action live on Cox YurView channel 1333.

The matches will also be streamed live on ESPN+ for fans with a subscription to the service.

Wednesday, June 27. . . vs. Los Angeles Galaxy FC – Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30 p.m.)
BARK IN THE PARK / BUCK NIGHT / NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS
Presented by City of Tulsa: Save Our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and 97.1 The Sports Animal.

Welcome the Roughnecks back to ONEOK Field with the last of two meetings this season against the Los Angeles Galaxy II. We have a few great promotions to help make it a fun night at the stadium.

First, canine owners are invited to bring their dogs to the stadium to enjoy the match from the grass berms. Dogs with proper vaccination records will be admitted through the Arvest and Oil Derrick Entrances.

It is also Buck Night, with fans able to enjoy $1 soft drinks and hot dogs. Fans ages 21 and over can also enjoy $1 beers!

In addition, it will be a Night of Champions at ONEOK Field. The Roughnecks will be honoring local soccer teams that who won Oklahoma High School State Championships this year.

Saturday, June 30 . . . vs. Las Vegas Lights FC – Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30 p.m.)
FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA / MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT
Presented by 2 Works for You and 106.9 K-HITS

The Roughnecks return to ONEOK Field with their second of two meetings this season against the Las Vegas Lights FC. We have some great promotions that will make it another exciting night at the stadium.

First, fans will be able to play a round of disc golf at the stadium! From 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., for $25, a unique disc golf course will be set up around the stadium and on the field. A special Roughnecks and Drillers disc will be included.

In addition, kids will have an opportunity to sharpen their soccer skills with the Roughnecks players. The Arvest Gate will open at 6:00 p.m. for the clinic, and it will run from 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

It is also Military Appreciation Night at the stadium. Fans that are active or retired military, who show their military ID, will receive two free tickets in the Family Stand or Terrace.

Minutes after the conclusion of the match, fans will get to watch fireworks light up the Tulsa skyline in a post-match Fireworks Extravaganza.

MATCH PREVIEW
Wednesday, June 27
vs. Los Angeles Galaxy II
Kickoff – 7:30 p.m. at ONEOK Field

Saturday, June 30
vs. Las Vegas Lights FC
Kickoff – 7:30 p.m. at ONEOK Field

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC will begin a new era this week as Tulsa native Mike Nsien makes his debut as the team’s head coach. Nsien will debut with two matches at ONEOK Field this week. On Wednesday, June 27, TRFC will take on the Los Angeles Galaxy II in its second meeting this season, and on Saturday, June 30 the Roughnecks will take on Las Vegas Lights FC in its second meeting. Both matches will kickoff at 7:30 p.m. in downtown Tulsa.

Wednesday is Bark in the Park and Buck Night at the stadium, with fans invited to bring their dogs to the game while also having the chance to enjoy $1 beers, sodas and hot dogs. The Roughnecks will also celebrate local soccer teams that won Oklahoma High School State Titles in a Night of Champions.

All of Wednesday’s activities are presented by City of Tulsa: Save our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and 97.1 The Sports Animal.   

The action will continue Saturday when there will be a post-match fireworks extravaganza celebrating Independence Day. It is also Military Appreciation Night, so any active or retired military member will receive two free tickets to the terrace or family stand section. Fans will also have an opportunity to play disc golf at ONEOK Field from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For $25 per person, a round of disc golf and a special disc will be included.

All of Saturday’s activities are presented by 2 Works for You and 106.9 K-HITS.

The Roughnecks are still in search of their first win of the season after falling 6-1 last weekend in California against Orange County. TRFC is on a three-game losing streak and is 0-8-7 on the season.

The Los Angeles Galaxy II enter Wednesday’s match having dropped its last two matches against Orange County and Oklahoma City. Their last win came on June 2 at home against the Roughnecks, despite Tulsa controlling much of the play and possession. The Galaxy II have 15 points and are 3-8-4 on the season.

On Saturday, Tulsa will host the expansion side Las Vegas Lights FC for the first time. The Roughnecks played Las Vegas to a 1-1 draw in a controversial game back on May 5. The Lights come to Tulsa coming off a 3-2 loss to Swope Park. Las Vegas has 14 points and is 4-6-4 on the season.

Tickets for both matches are available online by clicking HERE, or over the phone at (918) 744-5901 or in person at the stadium ticket office. Youth players who wear their team’s jersey can obtain any level ticket in the seating bowl or on the grass berm for just $5.

Fans in Tulsa who are unable to attend this weekend’s matches can still watch the action live on Cox YurView channel 1333.

The matches will also be streamed live on ESPN+ for fans with a subscription to the service.

Wednesday, June 27. . . vs. Los Angeles Galaxy FC – Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30 p.m.)
BARK IN THE PARK / BUCK NIGHT / NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS
Presented by City of Tulsa: Save Our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and 97.1 The Sports Animal.

Welcome the Roughnecks back to ONEOK Field with the last of two meetings this season against the Los Angeles Galaxy II. We have a few great promotions to help make it a fun night at the stadium.

First, canine owners are invited to bring their dogs to the stadium to enjoy the match from the grass berms. Dogs with proper vaccination records will be admitted through the Arvest and Oil Derrick Entrances.

It is also Buck Night, with fans able to enjoy $1 soft drinks and hot dogs. Fans ages 21 and over can also enjoy $1 beers!

In addition, it will be a Night of Champions at ONEOK Field. The Roughnecks will be honoring local soccer teams that who won Oklahoma High School State Championships this year.

Saturday, June 30 . . . vs. Las Vegas Lights FC – Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30 p.m.)
FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA / MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT
Presented by 2 Works for You and 106.9 K-HITS

The Roughnecks return to ONEOK Field with their second of two meetings this season against the Las Vegas Lights FC. We have some great promotions that will make it another exciting night at the stadium.

First, fans will be able to play a round of disc golf at the stadium! From 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., for $25, a unique disc golf course will be set up around the stadium and on the field. A special Roughnecks and Drillers disc will be included.

In addition, kids will have an opportunity to sharpen their soccer skills with the Roughnecks players. The Arvest Gate will open at 6:00 p.m. for the clinic, and it will run from 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

It is also Military Appreciation Night at the stadium. Fans that are active or retired military, who show their military ID, will receive two free tickets in the Family Stand or Terrace.

Minutes after the conclusion of the match, fans will get to watch fireworks light up the Tulsa skyline in a post-match Fireworks Extravaganza.

Spanish Version

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC is adding some manpower to the club’s backline.  It was announced today that defender Wyatt Omsberg is joining TRFC on loan from the Minnesota United FC of Major League Soccer  The 6’4” rookie was the 15th selection in this year’s MLS SuperDraft.

Omsberg played collegiately at Dartmouth College where he was a two-time Ivy League Defensive Player of the Year and three-time first-team All-Ivy honoree.  The 22-year-old has made one appearance for Minnesota United this season, starting and playing all 90 minutes in the March 24th match against the New York Red Bulls.

Omsberg is expected to be available for Tulsa’s match this Saturday in Sacramento against the Republic. 

TRFC will return to ONEOK Field on Wednesday, May 9 to take on Reno 1868 FC. Tickets for all matches this season are available online at RoughnecksFC.com, by calling (918) 744-5998 or by visiting the ONEOK Field ticket office.

Spanish Version

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC is adding some manpower to the club’s backline.  It was announced today that defender Wyatt Omsberg is joining TRFC on loan from the Minnesota United FC of Major League Soccer  The 6’4” rookie was the 15th selection in this year’s MLS SuperDraft.

Omsberg played collegiately at Dartmouth College where he was a two-time Ivy League Defensive Player of the Year and three-time first-team All-Ivy honoree.  The 22-year-old has made one appearance for Minnesota United this season, starting and playing all 90 minutes in the March 24th match against the New York Red Bulls.

Omsberg is expected to be available for Tulsa’s match this Saturday in Sacramento against the Republic. 

TRFC will return to ONEOK Field on Wednesday, May 9 to take on Reno 1868 FC. Tickets for all matches this season are available online at RoughnecksFC.com, by calling (918) 744-5998 or by visiting the ONEOK Field ticket office.

Jon Bakero’s impact for the Roughnecks in Wednesday night’s match against Fresno FC earned him a spot on the USL Team of the Week for week six. The forward came into the game right after halftime and his presence was immediately felt on the pitch.

In the 55th minute, Bakero delivered a cross to Paris Gee that was headed into the corner of the net for an assist. Late in stoppage time and down by one, the former Wake Forest star buried the equalizer into the back of the net to give the Roughnecks a valuable point on the road.

The Roughnecks added Bakero on loan from the Chicago Fire prior to the match. He was the fifth overall pick in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft and made his professional debut on April 14 in the Fire’s 1-0 loss to the LA Galaxy.

He is the first Roughnecks player to earn a spot on the Team of the Week this season. The complete squad is listed below. 

GK – Diego Restrepo, San Antonio FC: Recorded a six-save shutout to earn SAFC a point on the road in a 0-0 draw against Fresno FC on Sunday night.

D – Sean Reynolds, Saint Louis FC: Reynolds recorded five clearances and four interceptions as Saint Louis held OKC Energy FC without a shot on goal in a 1-0 victory on the road.

D – Ken Tribbett, Penn FC: Tribbett capped a solid defensive performance – won 10 of 14 duels overall and made five interceptions – with a spectacular bicycle-kick goal that served as a late equalizer against the Charleston Battery.

D – Taylor Hunter, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC: Hunter recorded eight interceptions and won eight of 13 duels as the Switchbacks limited Seattle to one shot on goal in a 0-0 draw at Weidner Field.

M – Villyan Bijev, Sacramento Republic FC: Bijev scored the game-winning goal, recorded three key passes, won 10 of 14 duels and completed 35 of 41 passes in Republic FC’s 2-1 victory against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC.

M – Joe Cole, Tampa Bay Rowdies: Cole notched a goal and assist while putting in a solid all-around performance in midfield, completing 23 of 26 passes as the Rowdies defeated Real Monarchs SLC 2-0.

M – Thomas Vancaeyezeele, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC: Vancaeyezeele scored the Hounds’ second goal, but he was also stellar all over the field as he won 10 of 12 duels and recorded nine clearances, three interceptions and two tackles.

M – Solomon Asante, Phoenix Rising FC: Asante had a goal – a late equalizer – and an assist while also recording three key passes in Phoenix’s 2-2 draw with the Swope Park Rangers.

F – Kharlton Belmar, Swope Park Rangers: Belmar continued his stellar season with a pair of goals while also completing 36 of 42 passes in the Rangers’ 2-2 draw on the road against Phoenix Rising FC.

F – Jon Bakero, Tulsa Roughnecks FC: Bakero had a goal – a stoppage-time equalizer – and an assist as the Roughnecks earned a 2-2 draw with Fresno FC.

F – Danny Musovski, Reno 1868 FC: Musovski’s two goals in the final 15 minutes led 1868 FC to a comeback 2-1 victory against the Portland Timbers 2.

Bench: Calle Brown (SEA), Billy Forbes (PHX), Kenney Walker (CIN), Georgi Hristov (TBR), Antoine Hoppenot (RNO), Kevin Oliveira (OTT), Foster Langsdorf (POR)

Jon Bakero’s impact for the Roughnecks in Wednesday night’s match against Fresno FC earned him a spot on the USL Team of the Week for week six. The forward came into the game right after halftime and his presence was immediately felt on the pitch.

In the 55th minute, Bakero delivered a cross to Paris Gee that was headed into the corner of the net for an assist. Late in stoppage time and down by one, the former Wake Forest star buried the equalizer into the back of the net to give the Roughnecks a valuable point on the road.

The Roughnecks added Bakero on loan from the Chicago Fire prior to the match. He was the fifth overall pick in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft and made his professional debut on April 14 in the Fire’s 1-0 loss to the LA Galaxy.

He is the first Roughnecks player to earn a spot on the Team of the Week this season. The complete squad is listed below. 

GK – Diego Restrepo, San Antonio FC: Recorded a six-save shutout to earn SAFC a point on the road in a 0-0 draw against Fresno FC on Sunday night.

D – Sean Reynolds, Saint Louis FC: Reynolds recorded five clearances and four interceptions as Saint Louis held OKC Energy FC without a shot on goal in a 1-0 victory on the road.

D – Ken Tribbett, Penn FC: Tribbett capped a solid defensive performance – won 10 of 14 duels overall and made five interceptions – with a spectacular bicycle-kick goal that served as a late equalizer against the Charleston Battery.

D – Taylor Hunter, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC: Hunter recorded eight interceptions and won eight of 13 duels as the Switchbacks limited Seattle to one shot on goal in a 0-0 draw at Weidner Field.

M – Villyan Bijev, Sacramento Republic FC: Bijev scored the game-winning goal, recorded three key passes, won 10 of 14 duels and completed 35 of 41 passes in Republic FC’s 2-1 victory against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC.

M – Joe Cole, Tampa Bay Rowdies: Cole notched a goal and assist while putting in a solid all-around performance in midfield, completing 23 of 26 passes as the Rowdies defeated Real Monarchs SLC 2-0.

M – Thomas Vancaeyezeele, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC: Vancaeyezeele scored the Hounds’ second goal, but he was also stellar all over the field as he won 10 of 12 duels and recorded nine clearances, three interceptions and two tackles.

M – Solomon Asante, Phoenix Rising FC: Asante had a goal – a late equalizer – and an assist while also recording three key passes in Phoenix’s 2-2 draw with the Swope Park Rangers.

F – Kharlton Belmar, Swope Park Rangers: Belmar continued his stellar season with a pair of goals while also completing 36 of 42 passes in the Rangers’ 2-2 draw on the road against Phoenix Rising FC.

F – Jon Bakero, Tulsa Roughnecks FC: Bakero had a goal – a stoppage-time equalizer – and an assist as the Roughnecks earned a 2-2 draw with Fresno FC.

F – Danny Musovski, Reno 1868 FC: Musovski’s two goals in the final 15 minutes led 1868 FC to a comeback 2-1 victory against the Portland Timbers 2.

Bench: Calle Brown (SEA), Billy Forbes (PHX), Kenney Walker (CIN), Georgi Hristov (TBR), Antoine Hoppenot (RNO), Kevin Oliveira (OTT), Foster Langsdorf (POR)

Los Tulsa Roughnecks, como apreciación a la labor docente, ofrecen para el partido de esta noche entras gratuitas para todos los docentes que presenten su tarjeta de identificación en las taquillas del ONEOK Field. De la misma forma, todos los alumnos entre los grados de Kindergarten  y 12 podrán acceder al estadio de forma gratuita en el encuentro de esta noche ante el segundo equipo de los Portland Timbers.

Tengan en cuenta que también será la noche de los perros “Bark in the Park” por lo que los perros podrán acceder al estadio con sus dueños. El partido estará patrocinado por Save Our Stream, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 y Mix 96.5 También algunos de los precios de las concesiones de comida y bebida serán de $1. Perritos calientes, algunos tipos de cervezas y sodas costarán ese precio.

Los Tulsa Roughnecks, como apreciación a la labor docente, ofrecen para el partido de esta noche entras gratuitas para todos los docentes que presenten su tarjeta de identificación en las taquillas del ONEOK Field. De la misma forma, todos los alumnos entre los grados de Kindergarten  y 12 podrán acceder al estadio de forma gratuita en el encuentro de esta noche ante el segundo equipo de los Portland Timbers.

Tengan en cuenta que también será la noche de los perros “Bark in the Park” por lo que los perros podrán acceder al estadio con sus dueños. El partido estará patrocinado por Save Our Stream, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 y Mix 96.5 También algunos de los precios de las concesiones de comida y bebida serán de $1. Perritos calientes, algunos tipos de cervezas y sodas costarán ese precio.

Spanish Version

MATCH PREVIEW
Wednesday, April 4
vs. Portland Timbers 2
Kickoff – 7:00 p.m. at ONEOK Field

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC will play its first mid-week match of the season at ONEOK Field this Wednesday, April 4, when it hosts the Portland Timbers 2. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in downtown Tulsa, and it will be the first Bark in the Park & Buck Night of the season compliments of City of Tulsa: Save our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and Mix 96.

The Roughnecks also want to show their appreciation to the hard-working school teachers and students in our area. Every teacher and student from K-12 grades who show their school IDs at the ticket windows will receive free admission to the match.

Fans will be encouraged to bring their furry companions to accompany them to the match. Dogs will be allowed to accompany their owners in the Lawn or Busch Terrace sections. 

Also, it is the first Buck Night of the season with hot dogs, soft drinks and Budweiser or Bud Light on sale for just $1 each.

Elgin Park will be the place for fans to go before and after the match.  They can enjoy both a pint of Elgin Park beer and a ballpark-sized slice of pizza for only $8. 

Wednesday’s match will be the last of three straight matches at ONEOK Field for the Roughnecks. After starting the year with a pair of one-goal defeats, the Roughnecks were defeated 5-0 against Orange County SC last Saturday in Tulsa.

Portland has gone 1-2-0 and has 3 points in its first three matches on the year. The Timbers 2 are coming to Tulsa after a 4-2 defeat last Saturday to the Real Monarchs.

Last season TRFC defeated Portland 3-1 at ONEOK Field, and played to a 1-1 draw in Oregon. The Roughnecks are 1-3-1 all-time against the Timbers 2.

Tickets for Wednesday’s match, and all other 2018 games at ONEOK Field are currently available online by clicking HERE, or over the telephone at (918) 744-9501 or in person at the stadium ticket office.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 vs. Portland Timbers 2 – Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.
Bark in the Park and Buck Night / Teacher and Student Appreciation Night
Presented by City of Tulsa: Save our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and Mix 96.

The Roughnecks play the first mid-week match of the season against the Portland Timbers 2. Fans are encouraged to bring their canine friends for Bark in the Park, and can enjoy Buck Night with $1 hot dogs, soft drinks and Budweiser and Bud Lights.

The Roughnecks also want to show their appreciation to the hard-working school teachers and students in our area. Every teacher and student from K-12 grades who show their school IDs at the ticket windows will receive free admission to the match.

Spanish Version

MATCH PREVIEW
Wednesday, April 4
vs. Portland Timbers 2
Kickoff – 7:00 p.m. at ONEOK Field

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC will play its first mid-week match of the season at ONEOK Field this Wednesday, April 4, when it hosts the Portland Timbers 2. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in downtown Tulsa, and it will be the first Bark in the Park & Buck Night of the season compliments of City of Tulsa: Save our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and Mix 96.

The Roughnecks also want to show their appreciation to the hard-working school teachers and students in our area. Every teacher and student from K-12 grades who show their school IDs at the ticket windows will receive free admission to the match.

Fans will be encouraged to bring their furry companions to accompany them to the match. Dogs will be allowed to accompany their owners in the Lawn or Busch Terrace sections. 

Also, it is the first Buck Night of the season with hot dogs, soft drinks and Budweiser or Bud Light on sale for just $1 each.

Elgin Park will be the place for fans to go before and after the match.  They can enjoy both a pint of Elgin Park beer and a ballpark-sized slice of pizza for only $8. 

Wednesday’s match will be the last of three straight matches at ONEOK Field for the Roughnecks. After starting the year with a pair of one-goal defeats, the Roughnecks were defeated 5-0 against Orange County SC last Saturday in Tulsa.

Portland has gone 1-2-0 and has 3 points in its first three matches on the year. The Timbers 2 are coming to Tulsa after a 4-2 defeat last Saturday to the Real Monarchs.

Last season TRFC defeated Portland 3-1 at ONEOK Field, and played to a 1-1 draw in Oregon. The Roughnecks are 1-3-1 all-time against the Timbers 2.

Tickets for Wednesday’s match, and all other 2018 games at ONEOK Field are currently available online by clicking HERE, or over the telephone at (918) 744-9501 or in person at the stadium ticket office.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 vs. Portland Timbers 2 – Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.
Bark in the Park and Buck Night / Teacher and Student Appreciation Night
Presented by City of Tulsa: Save our Streams, City Vet Hospital, FOX23 and Mix 96.

The Roughnecks play the first mid-week match of the season against the Portland Timbers 2. Fans are encouraged to bring their canine friends for Bark in the Park, and can enjoy Buck Night with $1 hot dogs, soft drinks and Budweiser and Bud Lights.

The Roughnecks also want to show their appreciation to the hard-working school teachers and students in our area. Every teacher and student from K-12 grades who show their school IDs at the ticket windows will receive free admission to the match.

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC opened up the season against their in-state rival on Saturday night, and could not find the back of the net in the first round of the Black Gold Derby while an early goal from Oklahoma City ended up being the only one of the match, and Tulsa was defeated 1-0.

The opening minutes got started in an ideal way for Oklahoma City. In the 6th minute, FC Dallas loanee Francis Atuahene intercepted a pass that allowed him to sprint and find an open look just inside the box. The shot left Tulsa goalkeeper Fabian Cerda with little chance and gave the Energy an early 1-0 advantage.

The Roughnecks settled down and came close to leveling things before halftime. The best chance came when Fernando Arce served a great ball from a free kick, but Claudio Munoz just missed a header within a couple feet to the right of the net.

Arce also served a good ball to Michael Gamble who took a left footed shot to the left corner that was saved by Matt Van Oekel.

After halftime, the Energy had a golden opportunity to add a second when when Cerda was deemed to have handled a back pass. Oklahoma City received an indirect free keep deep in the box, but Cerda came up big and denied the chance.

The TRFC keeper played the hero role again on another good chance for the Energy. In the 70th minute, midfielder Callum Ross served a ball to Ema Twumasi right in front of the goal, but Cerda rejected the shot.

Tulsa was forced to finish 10 vs 11 when captain Francisco Ugarte was issued a second card yellow in stoppage time.

TRFC was unable to find an equalizer, and OKC took the first round of the Black Gold Derby 1-0.

Roughnecks Head Coach David Vaudreuil saw promise in his side’s first outing of the season.  “I knew it would be a tough first 20 minutes,” said Vaudreuil.  “We gave up the early goal and were lucky to survive the indirect free kick, but we had a good spell after the goal.  We did some positive things.  The next three matches are at home on the grass, and we will see more of what we are trying to do.”

The Roughnecks will have their next chance at their first three points of the season when they play their home opener next Saturday, March 24.  They will host the Real Monarchs SLC at ONEOK Field with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. 

It will be the first of three straight home matches for the Roughnecks as they will host Orange County SC on Saturday, March 31 (Kickoff at 3:00 p.m.) in the first-ever afternoon match at ONEOK Field. The Portland Timbers 2 will close out the set of home games, playing in Tulsa on Wednesday, April 4 (Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.).

Tickets for the home opener, and all other 2018 matches at ONEOK Field, are currently available online by clicking HERE, over the telephone at (918)744-5901 or in person at the stadium ticket office.

Saturday, March 17, 2018
Taft Stadium – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Scoring Summary:
OKC – Atuahene 6’

Misconduct Summary:
TUL – Francisco Ugarte (Caution) 39’
OKC – Jose Barril (Caution) 45+2’
TUL – Claudio Munoz (Caution) 50’
TUL – Joaquin Rivas (Caution) 83’
TUL – Francisco Ugarte (Red) 89’
TUL – Santiago Maidana (Caution) 90+1’

Oklahoma City Energy FC: Matt Van Oekel, Richard Dixon, Kyle Hyland, Christian Ibeagha, Jordan Cano, Juan Guzman ©, Francis Atuahene (Jamie Siaj 80’), Callum Ross, Jose Barril (Justin Chavez 86’), Hugh Alexander Dixon (Ema Twumasi 60’), Jonathan Brown

Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 5; Fouls: 18; Corners: 6; Offsides: 1.

Tulsa Roughnecks FC: Fabian Cerda, Adrian Jusino, Paris Gee, Claudio Munoz, Francisco Ugarte ©, Michael Binns, Ivan Mirkovic, Fernando Arce (Santiago Maidana 59’), Joaquin Rivas, Jhon Pirez (Eti Tavares 81’)

Shots: 21, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 1; Fouls 22; Corners: 0; Offsides: 3.

The Tulsa Roughnecks FC opened up the season against their in-state rival on Saturday night, and could not find the back of the net in the first round of the Black Gold Derby while an early goal from Oklahoma City ended up being the only one of the match, and Tulsa was defeated 1-0.

The opening minutes got started in an ideal way for Oklahoma City. In the 6th minute, FC Dallas loanee Francis Atuahene intercepted a pass that allowed him to sprint and find an open look just inside the box. The shot left Tulsa goalkeeper Fabian Cerda with little chance and gave the Energy an early 1-0 advantage.

The Roughnecks settled down and came close to leveling things before halftime. The best chance came when Fernando Arce served a great ball from a free kick, but Claudio Munoz just missed a header within a couple feet to the right of the net.

Arce also served a good ball to Michael Gamble who took a left footed shot to the left corner that was saved by Matt Van Oekel.

After halftime, the Energy had a golden opportunity to add a second when when Cerda was deemed to have handled a back pass. Oklahoma City received an indirect free keep deep in the box, but Cerda came up big and denied the chance.

The TRFC keeper played the hero role again on another good chance for the Energy. In the 70th minute, midfielder Callum Ross served a ball to Ema Twumasi right in front of the goal, but Cerda rejected the shot.

Tulsa was forced to finish 10 vs 11 when captain Francisco Ugarte was issued a second card yellow in stoppage time.

TRFC was unable to find an equalizer, and OKC took the first round of the Black Gold Derby 1-0.

Roughnecks Head Coach David Vaudreuil saw promise in his side’s first outing of the season.  “I knew it would be a tough first 20 minutes,” said Vaudreuil.  “We gave up the early goal and were lucky to survive the indirect free kick, but we had a good spell after the goal.  We did some positive things.  The next three matches are at home on the grass, and we will see more of what we are trying to do.”

The Roughnecks will have their next chance at their first three points of the season when they play their home opener next Saturday, March 24.  They will host the Real Monarchs SLC at ONEOK Field with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. 

It will be the first of three straight home matches for the Roughnecks as they will host Orange County SC on Saturday, March 31 (Kickoff at 3:00 p.m.) in the first-ever afternoon match at ONEOK Field. The Portland Timbers 2 will close out the set of home games, playing in Tulsa on Wednesday, April 4 (Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.).

Tickets for the home opener, and all other 2018 matches at ONEOK Field, are currently available online by clicking HERE, over the telephone at (918)744-5901 or in person at the stadium ticket office.

Saturday, March 17, 2018
Taft Stadium – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Scoring Summary:
OKC – Atuahene 6’

Misconduct Summary:
TUL – Francisco Ugarte (Caution) 39’
OKC – Jose Barril (Caution) 45+2’
TUL – Claudio Munoz (Caution) 50’
TUL – Joaquin Rivas (Caution) 83’
TUL – Francisco Ugarte (Red) 89’
TUL – Santiago Maidana (Caution) 90+1’

Oklahoma City Energy FC: Matt Van Oekel, Richard Dixon, Kyle Hyland, Christian Ibeagha, Jordan Cano, Juan Guzman ©, Francis Atuahene (Jamie Siaj 80’), Callum Ross, Jose Barril (Justin Chavez 86’), Hugh Alexander Dixon (Ema Twumasi 60’), Jonathan Brown

Shots: 11, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 5; Fouls: 18; Corners: 6; Offsides: 1.

Tulsa Roughnecks FC: Fabian Cerda, Adrian Jusino, Paris Gee, Claudio Munoz, Francisco Ugarte ©, Michael Binns, Ivan Mirkovic, Fernando Arce (Santiago Maidana 59’), Joaquin Rivas, Jhon Pirez (Eti Tavares 81’)

Shots: 21, Shots on Goal: 5, Saves: 1; Fouls 22; Corners: 0; Offsides: 3.

OK CITY ENERGY: Vanoekel, R. Dixon, Ibeagha, Cano, Hykand, Ross, Guzmán, Atuahene (Siaj, 79), Barril (Chávez, 86), A. Dixon (Twuamasi, 60) y Brown.

TULSA ROUGHNECKS: Cerda, Jusino, Paris Gee, Claudio, Ugarte, Binns, Mirkovic, Gamble, Arce (Maidana, 59), Rivas y Pírez (Tavares, 80).

Goles: 1- (min.5): Atuahene dispara desde  el borde del área y el remate se cuela por el palo corto de Cerda.

Incidencias: Taft Stadium. Buena entrada en el primer choque del Black Gold derbi. Expulsado el jugador de los Roughnecks Ugarte en el minuto 90.  Amarillas para Barril, Siaj, y los jugadores de Tulsa Claudio y Rivas.

Comentario: Mal inicio de temporada para los Roughnecks que vieron como no podían puntuar en el partido inaugural de esta competición en Oklahoma City ante los Eenergy, en el primer duelo por el derbi del Oro Negro. Un gol a los pocos minutos del comienzo de partido supuso los tres puntos para el equipo local y la derrota de los de Tulsa.

El inicio del partido fue raro, de esos que no gustan a los técnicos por su caos. Sin tiempo para colocarse en el campo llegaron las oportunidades. Primero fue Pírez, para los Roughnecks a los dos minutos, en un disaparo que se fue fuera por muy poco. Pero lo peor llegaba tres minutos después cuando el equipo de  casa conseguía adelantarse en el marcador ccon un remate de Atuahene que se colaba por el primer poste de Cerda. Comenzaba un nuevo partido con todo un mundo para remontar para el equipo de Tulsa.

Pero ese gol, por el contrario, no hizo que los dos equipos se pusieran nerviosos. Los Roughneks siguieron a lo suyo, intentado hacerse con su sitio en el campo, sin perder espaccios pero tampoco sin encontrarlos en ataque ante un equipo de casa que se cerraba muy bien en defensa. Las ocasiones llegaban a balón parado. Así el chileno Claudio lograba rematar de cabeza en dos ocasiones casi consecutives ante la meta de Vanoekel. Fue en el ecuador del primer acto cuando trataron de hacer accto de presencia sobre el área de los Energy. La posesión del balón y los remates estaban muy repartidos, pero apenas se prodigaban por banda los de Tulsa buscando más la combinación y el toque. Arce, de disparo lejano a los 33 minutos, volvía a intentarlo ante la portería de los Energy. Así se llegó al tiempo de descanso con dos equipos esperando más poder en ataque.

En la reanudación el panorama no cambió en exceso. Los de casa trataban de imponerse en el centro del campo ante un rival de Tulsa que buscaba el juego por las bandas oara desarbolar el peligro del Energy. Era una lucha constant en el centro del terreno de juego por dominar a un rival que jugaba con sus mismas armas. Todo el ritmo y el espacio era tomado en la parcela ancha, apenas se llegaba a los metas. Solo mendiante faltas y balones parados, como cuando los Energy pudieron ampliar la diferencia en una triple ocasión tras un libre indirecto. Los Roughnecks fueron capaces de defenderse del peligro con todas sus armas.

Hasta el final, los nervios fueron los grandes protagonistas. Se jugaba sin apenas transición, con los dos equipos buscando llegar a las porterías contrarias con rapidez, pero sin apenas peligro. Un remate de Brown, para los locales, en el minute 73 fue lo más destacado en cuanto al peligro claro de gol. Mientras, los Roughnecks intentaban empujar a base de presión hasta el final, pero sin suerte. Y además, con la mala fortuna de ver como Ugarte era expulsado por doble amarilla cuando casi se cumplía el tiempo.

La próxima semana volverá el fútbol al ONEOK Field. Será a partir de las siete de la tarde ante el Real Monarchs en el primer partido como locales de los naranjas en su terreno de juego.

OK CITY ENERGY: Vanoekel, R. Dixon, Ibeagha, Cano, Hykand, Ross, Guzmán, Atuahene (Siaj, 79), Barril (Chávez, 86), A. Dixon (Twuamasi, 60) y Brown.

TULSA ROUGHNECKS: Cerda, Jusino, Paris Gee, Claudio, Ugarte, Binns, Mirkovic, Gamble, Arce (Maidana, 59), Rivas y Pírez (Tavares, 80).

Goles: 1- (min.5): Atuahene dispara desde  el borde del área y el remate se cuela por el palo corto de Cerda.

Incidencias: Taft Stadium. Buena entrada en el primer choque del Black Gold derbi. Expulsado el jugador de los Roughnecks Ugarte en el minuto 90.  Amarillas para Barril, Siaj, y los jugadores de Tulsa Claudio y Rivas.

Comentario: Mal inicio de temporada para los Roughnecks que vieron como no podían puntuar en el partido inaugural de esta competición en Oklahoma City ante los Eenergy, en el primer duelo por el derbi del Oro Negro. Un gol a los pocos minutos del comienzo de partido supuso los tres puntos para el equipo local y la derrota de los de Tulsa.

El inicio del partido fue raro, de esos que no gustan a los técnicos por su caos. Sin tiempo para colocarse en el campo llegaron las oportunidades. Primero fue Pírez, para los Roughnecks a los dos minutos, en un disaparo que se fue fuera por muy poco. Pero lo peor llegaba tres minutos después cuando el equipo de  casa conseguía adelantarse en el marcador ccon un remate de Atuahene que se colaba por el primer poste de Cerda. Comenzaba un nuevo partido con todo un mundo para remontar para el equipo de Tulsa.

Pero ese gol, por el contrario, no hizo que los dos equipos se pusieran nerviosos. Los Roughneks siguieron a lo suyo, intentado hacerse con su sitio en el campo, sin perder espaccios pero tampoco sin encontrarlos en ataque ante un equipo de casa que se cerraba muy bien en defensa. Las ocasiones llegaban a balón parado. Así el chileno Claudio lograba rematar de cabeza en dos ocasiones casi consecutives ante la meta de Vanoekel. Fue en el ecuador del primer acto cuando trataron de hacer accto de presencia sobre el área de los Energy. La posesión del balón y los remates estaban muy repartidos, pero apenas se prodigaban por banda los de Tulsa buscando más la combinación y el toque. Arce, de disparo lejano a los 33 minutos, volvía a intentarlo ante la portería de los Energy. Así se llegó al tiempo de descanso con dos equipos esperando más poder en ataque.

En la reanudación el panorama no cambió en exceso. Los de casa trataban de imponerse en el centro del campo ante un rival de Tulsa que buscaba el juego por las bandas oara desarbolar el peligro del Energy. Era una lucha constant en el centro del terreno de juego por dominar a un rival que jugaba con sus mismas armas. Todo el ritmo y el espacio era tomado en la parcela ancha, apenas se llegaba a los metas. Solo mendiante faltas y balones parados, como cuando los Energy pudieron ampliar la diferencia en una triple ocasión tras un libre indirecto. Los Roughnecks fueron capaces de defenderse del peligro con todas sus armas.

Hasta el final, los nervios fueron los grandes protagonistas. Se jugaba sin apenas transición, con los dos equipos buscando llegar a las porterías contrarias con rapidez, pero sin apenas peligro. Un remate de Brown, para los locales, en el minute 73 fue lo más destacado en cuanto al peligro claro de gol. Mientras, los Roughnecks intentaban empujar a base de presión hasta el final, pero sin suerte. Y además, con la mala fortuna de ver como Ugarte era expulsado por doble amarilla cuando casi se cumplía el tiempo.

La próxima semana volverá el fútbol al ONEOK Field. Será a partir de las siete de la tarde ante el Real Monarchs en el primer partido como locales de los naranjas en su terreno de juego.