Pekin managed to keep up with Washington until halftime on Tuesday, but things quickly went downhill from there. The Dragons came up short against the Panthers, falling 6-0. While losing is never fun, Pekin can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois soccer rankings (they are ranked 281st, while Washington are ranked first).
Pekin's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Washington, their victory bumped their record up to 7-0.
Looking ahead, Pekin will be playing in front of their home fans against Moline at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Washington, they are taking a road trip to challenge Rock Island at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Washington's defense better be ready for this one: Rock Island have averaged an impressive 3.8 goals per game this season.
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