While Servite's win against Palos Verdes wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. It was close, but the Friars ultimately received the gift of a 2-1 victory from a begrudging Servite squad. The score was all tied up 1-1 at the break, but they were the better team in the second half.
Nico Pacelli and Joaquin Martinez scored both of Servite's goals, bringing their combined season tally to four goals.
The win made it two in a row for Servite and bumps their season record up to 3-1. The victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they scored seven goals over those two matches. As for Palos Verdes, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 4-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Servite will take on Valencia in a holiday battle at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. Palos Verdes and San Pedro will compete for holiday cheer at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Palos Verdes' defense better be ready for this one: San Pedro have averaged an impressive 2.7 goals per game this season.
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