Soccer Preview: Hobbs vs. Centennial
Hobbs is 8-2 against Centennial since October of 2016, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Tuesday. The Hobbs Eagles are on the road again to play the Centennial Hawks at 6:30 p.m. Hobbs' last three games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
Hobbs is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of New Mexico's top teams: Cleveland, who was ranked 18th in their home state at the time (Hobbs was ranked eighth). While the 2-2 score might suggest a draw, it was Hobbs who was credited with the win on Saturday. Hobbs got it done in the shootout by posting five goals to Cleveland's four.
Hobbs is hoping to do what Santa Teresa couldn't on Saturday: put an end to Centennial's winning streak, which now stands at eight games. Everything went Centennial's way against Santa Teresa as Centennial made off with a 6-0 victory. It was an even better day for Evan Kraenzel as he scored three goals for his team.
Hobbs' win bumped their record up to 8-2. As for Centennial, they pushed their record up to 8-0 with that victory, which was their third straight at home.
Hobbs took their win against Centennial in their previous matchup back in November of 2023 by a conclusive 3-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Hobbs since the team won't have the home-pitch advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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