The Chicago University Maroons will head out on the road to challenge the Latin Romans at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. Chicago University's last four matchups have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
For whatever reason, it's the away team that's had the advantage when Chicago University and Lake Forest Academy meet (four straight games heading into this one) and that held true again on Tuesday. The Maroons fell just short of the Caxys by a score of 1-0. That's two games in a row now that Chicago University have lost by just one goal.
Meanwhile, Latin got the win against Lycee Francais de Chicago on Monday by a conclusive 5-2. With Latin ahead 4-0 at the half, the contest was all but over already.
Their offense was hitting Lycee Francais de Chicago from everywhere, as five different players booted in a goal.
Chicago University has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-5-1 record this season. As for Latin, they now have a winning record of 7-6-2.
Chicago University beat Latin by a goal when the teams last played back in September, winning 2-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Maroons since the squad won't have the home-pitch advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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