United South hadn't done well against Alexander recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The United South Panthers skirted past the Alexander Bulldogs 2-1. The win was all the more spectacular given the Panthers' disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas soccer rankings (they are ranked 201st, while the Bulldogs are ranked 69th).
Jose Villanueva was the driving force of United South's attack as he scored both of United South's goals, bringing his season total up to six goals.
Panthers
| 01/24/25 vs Alexander | 2-1 |
| 01/17/25 vs Eagle Pass | 1-0 |
| 01/17/25 vs Veterans Memorial | 3-0 |
The victory was the third in a row for United South, bringing their record for this year to 8-6-2. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only given up one goal over those three matchups. As for Alexander, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-4.
United South will look to defend their home pitch on Tuesday against United at 7:30 p.m. United South is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 2.5 goals per game this season. As for Alexander, they are taking a road trip to square off against Del Rio at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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