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Hopkins Game of the Week: Boys Soccer

The Royals boys soccer team looks to turn their losing season around one game at a time. First up, the Wayzata Trojans.

HOPKINS BOYS SOCCER

Wayzata (4-4-1 Lake Conference) vs. Hopkins (2-5-2 Lake Conference)

CHEAT SHEET

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  • TIME: 5 p.m. Tuesday
  • RADIO: N/A
  • LAST MEETING: Wayzata defeated Hopkins 2-1 in overtime, Oct. 7 last season.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

  • Christian Abundis (Hopkins): Abundis anchors the young Royals soccer team from the midfield position.  He has already found the back of the net twice this season.  In order for the Royals to keep it close against the more dynamic Wayzata squad, Abundis will need to show senior leadership on defense, and offense.

TROJANS WIN IF...

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  • They can control the pace of the game.  Hopkins struggles in a fast paced game style; so look for the Trojans to capitalize on the Royals weakness.

ROYALS WIN IF...

  • They can get more shots on goal than the Trojans.  The more scoring chances, the more goals.
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