Soccer Recap: Merced Comes Up Short

Merced was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 3-0 to the Manteca Buffaloes.

Merced's loss dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Manteca, they now have a winning record of 3-2-2.

Merced will be playing at home against Pitman at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Manteca will take on Oakdale in a holiday battle at at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Oakdale's last three contests have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.