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Soccer Stadium Hosts Historic Football Rivalry
19 Sep
Summary
- The 129th Bearcats vs. RedHawks game occurs at TQL Stadium.
- This marks the first American football game at the soccer venue.
- The historic rivalry is called 'The Battle for the Victory Bell'.
The 129th installment of the 'Battle for the Victory Bell' rivalry between the Cincinnati Bearcats and Miami RedHawks is set to unfold at TQL Stadium, a venue typically reserved for soccer. This marks a significant first, as it will be the inaugural American football game hosted at the West End stadium.
Historically, the Bearcats have played in various stadiums, but never one built for soccer. Conversely, FC Cincinnati, the stadium's primary tenant, previously played its home matches at UC's football stadium, Nippert Stadium. The rivalry's series record stands at 61-60-7 in favor of UC.
Originally slated for Paycor Stadium, the game's relocation to TQL Stadium, with its 26,000 capacity, aims for a more intimate atmosphere compared to previous matchups. The attendance at recent games has varied, with 30,109 in 2022 at Paycor Stadium and 24,717 in 2024 at Yager Stadium. The future of this long-standing rivalry may depend on the success and attendance of this unique event.
