Soccer Game Preview: Clearfield vs. Box Elder

The Clearfield Falcons are taking a road trip to take on the Box Elder Bees at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Clearfield's last six games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

While the 1-1 score might suggest a draw, it was Northridge who was credited with the victory on Thursday. The Knights got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to Clearfield's three. Brock Schreiner was hit with a yellow card, which may have had some impact on his (and the team's) ability to make aggressive plays.

Clearfield's goal came courtesy of Carden Porter, who's now up to six this season.

Box Elder is likely headed into the contest with a focus on the second half, which is when things went downhill against Woods Cross on Thursday. The Bees fell 4-2 to the Wildcats. Box Elder have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Box Elder's defeat dropped their record down to 2-10. As for Clearfield, their loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 2-8.

Clearfield was able to grind out a solid win over Box Elder in their previous meeting back in March, winning 2-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Falcons since the squad won't have the home-pitch advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.