There's no place like home for Taft, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Saturday. They beat the Niles North Vikings by a goal, winning 2-1. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Eagles' disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois soccer rankings (they are ranked 303rd, while the Vikings are ranked 111th).
Taft's win bumped their record up to 2-6-2. As for Niles North, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-2-4.
Taft will face off against Juarez at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Niles North, they are taking a road trip to challenge Maine East at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Niles North's last five games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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