Soccer Preview: Mt. Carmel vs. Mt. Vernon
After starting their season with two straight games on the road, Mt. Carmel is finally coming home. They will be defending their home-pitchthey go up against the Mt. Vernon Rams at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Mt. Carmel's offense might be in the hot seat on Thursday considering what happened against Massac County on Saturday. They lost 6-0 to the Patriots. That's two games in a row now that the Golden Aces have lost by exactly six goals.
Meanwhile, Mt. Vernon fought the good fight in their overtime contest against Centralia on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. While the 6-6 score might suggest a draw, it was the Orphans who were credited with the victory. Centralia got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to Mt. Vernon's two. Blake Sanders is probably feeling rather frustrated with he team right now: they lost despite he posting three goals.
Mt. Carmel's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Mt. Vernon, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-3.
Mt. Carmel suffered a grim 3-0 defeat to Mt. Vernon in their previous meeting back in September of 2023. Will Mt. Carmel have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more soccer content.
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