Soccer Game Preview: Petaluma vs. Maria Carrillo

The Petaluma Trojans will take on the Maria Carrillo Pumas at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Petaluma's last four games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

Petaluma is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Tuesday. While the 0-0 score might suggest a draw, it was Petaluma who was credited with the win. Petaluma got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to Castro Valley's three.

Petaluma will be up against a hot Maria Carrillo team: the squad just extended their winning streak to four. Maria Carrillo came within a single goal of losing the streak, but they secured a 2-1 W against Heritage. Kalli Cho had the honor of scoring the game-winner for the Pumas.

Petaluma is on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only given up two goals over those six matchups. Maria Carrillo now has a winning record of 9-8.

Petaluma came up short against Maria Carrillo in their previous matchup back in December of 2022, falling 2-0. Can Petaluma avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.