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Somerville Football Slammed by Malden

The Highlanders were torched by four touchdown passes en route to a crushing defeat Friday night.

The Somerville Highlanders welcomed the Malden Golden Tornadoes to town Friday and were crushed by a superior passing attack.

Somerville, now 0-4 on the season, lost 42-19. They allowed Malden’s Jared Martino to throw for four touchdowns.

The Highlanders defense continues to be a major issue. They have now allowed 147 points through four games.

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Somerville will next be in action on Friday, Oct. 9, against Durfee of Fall River.

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