Charlotte wins against UAB in dramatic finale

In a thrilling college football match held in Charlotte, North Carolina, the local team faced UAB in a tightly contested game on Saturday. Key moments occurred in the fourth quarter, highlighted by Kyle Cunanan's 31-yard field goal that put Charlotte ahead with a score of 22-20. The quarterback, Deshawn Purdie, also played a pivotal role, delivering a touchdown pass to O'Mega Blake for a substantial 46 yards, extending the lead to 29-20 with just five minutes left in the game. UAB, showcasing resilience, responded with Lee Beebe Jr.'s short touchdown run, narrowing the score to 29-27 with just under three minutes to go. The Blazers managed to force a punt and advanced to Charlotte's 17-yard line for a chance to win in the closing seconds. However, Jonah Delange's initial 35-yard field goal attempt was missed, but the 49ers were penalized for a personal foul, granting Delange a second chance to tie or win the game with no time remaining on the clock. Unfortunately, he could not convert the 25-yard attempt, allowing Charlotte to secure the dramatic victory. Purdie ended the game with a mixed performance, completing only 9 of his 26 passes for a total of 215 yards, while his teammate, Sean Brown, shone with five receptions for 100 yards. UAB's Jalen Kitna threw for 280 yards and three touchdowns, with Corri Milliner garnering 126 receiving yards and a touchdown in the losing effort. This match marked an important achievement for the 49ers, improving their season record to 5-7 overall and 4-4 in the American Athletic Conference.