Katella kept a clean sheet against Costa Mesa on Friday. They had just enough and edged the Costa Mesa Mustangs out 1-0. Given the Knights' advantage in MaxPreps' California soccer rankings (they are ranked 358th, while the Mustangs are ranked 869th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Katella has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 4-2-5 record this season. The wins came thanks to their defensive effort, having only given up one goal over those four contests. As for Costa Mesa, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6-2.
Katella will take on Garden Grove at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Costa Mesa, they will face off against Laguna Hills at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Costa Mesa's last seven 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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