Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 19, 2026 — Clemson University secured a hard-fought victory against the University of North Carolina, winning 28-20 in a contest marked by a significant fourth-quarter comeback and an earlier weather delay. The game took place at Memorial Stadium.

The Tigers found themselves trailing heading into the final quarter. However, a strong offensive push in the closing period allowed Clemson to overcome the deficit and secure the win. Specific details regarding the sequence of events in the fourth quarter, the scoring plays, or key player performances that led to the comeback were not provided in the summary.

The match also experienced a disruption due to adverse weather conditions, necessitating a temporary halt in play. The duration of the weather delay and its specific impact on team momentum or strategy were not detailed.

Despite the challenges, including the weather delay and the need for a significant comeback, Clemson ultimately emerged victorious with a final score of 28-20 over North Carolina. The summary did not include details on when the weather delay occurred, its length, or what specific actions or plays constituted the dramatic comeback in the fourth quarter.

Further information regarding the exact timeline of the fourth-quarter rally, the specific offensive or defensive efforts that turned the tide, or individual statistics is unavailable based on the provided summary. The final score confirms Clemson’s win by eight points.



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