Duluth East Boys Soccer Falls to Top-Ranked Wayzata in Class AAA Semifinal
The Duluth East boys soccer team lost 3-1 to Wayzata in the Class AAA semifinal at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Greyhounds fell behind early in the game, a recurring pattern in their recent matches, and despite a late…
Duluth Superior, MN, November 4, 2026 — The Duluth East boys soccer team concluded its Class AAA semifinal run with a 3-1 defeat against the top-ranked Wayzata Trojans. The match took place at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
The Greyhounds faced a challenging opponent in Wayzata, which holds the top ranking in the state. The game saw Duluth East fall behind early, a trend that has been observed in recent contests for the team. This early deficit proved difficult to overcome against a strong Wayzata squad.
Despite the team’s efforts, including a late goal scored to narrow the gap, Duluth East was unable to mount a comeback sufficient to alter the final score. The precision and defensive strength of the top-ranked Trojans were key factors in their victory.
The specific date of the semifinal match was not provided in the available information. Further details regarding individual player performances or specific moments of the game, beyond the early deficit and the late goal, were not detailed.
The loss marks the end of the season for Duluth East in the state’s top division, following their performance in the semifinal round. The team’s ability to score a late goal demonstrates their persistence, but the recurring pattern of slow starts presented a significant hurdle against a highly-rated opponent.
Story summarized from the original created by Jamey Malcomb on www.duluthnewstribune.com, see more information here.
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