Blue Bombers edge Stampeders with last-second field goal in Week 1 thriller
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Taylor Allen
Summary
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated the Calgary Stampeders in a thrilling Week 1 CFL game at McMahon Stadium, winning on a last-second field goal after trailing late in the fourth quarter. The victory avenged the Bombers' two shutout losses to the Stampeders in the previous season. The game featured strong defensive plays, a key interception, and a dramatic finish with kicker Sergio Castillo hitting the game-winning field goal as time expired.
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· 2 pulledDown one, with one minute left on the clock, in Week 1. What a way to start the 2026 CFL season for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Despite the challenging predicament, the visitors didn't stress under the bright lights at McMahon Stadium on Friday night.
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