Football Game Preview: Monroe Vikings vs. Arleta Mustangs

By Team Reports Sep 25, 2024, 4:28am

Football Preview: Monroe Vikings vs. Arleta Mustangs

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Monroe is 0-8 against Arleta since September of 2014 but things could change on Friday. The Monroe Vikings will host the Arleta Mustangs at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.

Monroe is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They received a blow as they fell 45-29 to Verdugo Hills. One positive for the Vikings, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.

Meanwhile, Arleta took a blow against North Hollywood on Friday, falling 49-14.

Monroe's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Arleta, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.

Monroe ended up a good deal behind Arleta when the teams last played back in October of 2023, losing 26-8. Thankfully for Monroe, Kennedy Duran (who rushed for 74 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries, and also threw for 90 yards and a touchdown) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.

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