Soccer Game Preview: Metro-East Lutheran vs. Marquette Catholic

Metro-East Lutheran hasn't had much luck against Marquette Catholic recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Knights will host the Explorers at 4:30 p.m. Metro-East Lutheran has given up an average of 6.8 goals per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Metro-East Lutheran is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 18th straight game on Thursday. They lost 5-0 to Roxana. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last five times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.

Meanwhile, Marquette Catholic kept a clean sheet against Maryville Christian on Monday. They walked away with a 2-0 victory over the Lions. Marquette Catholic haven't had any issues with Maryville Christian recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.

Radley Hoener and Lily Covert scored both of Marquette Catholic's goals, bringing their combined season tally to nine goals.

Marquette Catholic's victory bumped their record up to 11-6-2. As for Metro-East Lutheran, their loss dropped their record down to 1-18.

Metro-East Lutheran suffered a grim 9-0 defeat to Marquette Catholic in their previous meeting last Tuesday. Will the Knights have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more soccer content.