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Lehigh and Penn Clash in Undefeated Showdown This Saturday
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania — Lehigh University and the University of Pennsylvania will face off this Saturday, September 27, at 12 p.m. ET at Goodman Stadium. This showdown features two undefeated teams looking to maintain their winning records.
The Mountain Hawks from Lehigh are currently 4-0 after thrashing three consecutive opponents by at least two scores. Penn, meanwhile, won its season opener against Stonehill with a close score of 24-21. Historically, Penn has dominated this matchup, winning the last three games, including a 20-0 victory in 2021. Penn leads the series 22-13.
Lehigh’s strength this season lies in its running game, with players Luke Yoder and Jaden Green combining for 768 rushing yards and seven touchdowns. Their performance will be crucial as they attempt to break Penn’s winning streak.
On the other side, Penn quarterback Liam O'Brien recorded 238 passing yards and a touchdown during his team’s victory over Stonehill. His top receiver, Jared Richardson, contributed significantly with five catches for 103 yards and a touchdown.
This game will not be broadcast on traditional television but will be available for streaming through the ESPN service, previously known as ESPN Plus. Fans can subscribe to the “ESPN Select” plan, which is available for $11.99 per month.
As the game approaches, both teams are eager to capture a valuable win and build momentum. The anticipation is high for what could be an exciting match-up in Ivy League football.
