Soccer Game Preview: Emerson vs. Lebanon Trail

Emerson is 0-5 against Lebanon Trail since January of 2023 but things could change on Friday. The Emerson Mavericks will look to defend their home pitch against the Lebanon Trail Trail Blazers at 5:30 p.m. Emerson's last three matchups have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

Emerson's defense heads into the contest hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged out Independence 1-0. Give the Mavericks' defense some credit: that's the team's third straight shutout.

Meanwhile, Lebanon Trail beat Frisco 3-1 on Tuesday.

Lebanon Trail is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a massive bump to their 6-5 record this season. Emerson's victory bumped their record up to 10-5.