Jefferson is 0-10 against Lewis Central since May of 2017 but things could change on Thursday. The Yellowjackets will look to defend their home pitch against the Titans at 5:30 p.m. Jefferson has given up an average of 3.4 goals per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Jefferson fell victim to Sioux City North and their airtight defense on Tuesday. They came up short against the Stars, falling 6-0. While losing is never fun, Jefferson can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Iowa soccer rankings (they are ranked 139th, while Sioux City North are ranked 48th).
Meanwhile, Lewis Central kept a clean sheet against Creston on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 10-0 margin over the Panthers. Lewis Central might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matchups by six goals or more this season.
Lewis Central is on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-3 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only given up three goals over those eight contests. As for Jefferson, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-7-1.
Jefferson suffered a grim 7-0 defeat to Lewis Central in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Will the Yellowjackets 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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