Soccer Game Preview: Rubidoux vs. Patriot

The Rubidoux Falcons will venture away from home to square off against the Patriot Warriors at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Neither squad made it on the board the last time they hit the pitch, so they've probably got a bit of extra motivation.

Rubidoux is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They were one goals away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of Jurupa Valley.

Meanwhile, for the first time since back in December of 2024, Patriot was forced to settle for a draw on Tuesday. Neither they nor Norte Vista could gain the upper hand so the two teams had to settle for a 0-0 draw.

Rubidoux's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7-1. With that draw, Patriot's record moves to 5-5-4.

Rubidoux came up short against Patriot in their previous matchup back in December of 2023, falling 2-0. Can Rubidoux avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.