Arizona Wildcats Clinch Dramatic 29-28 Victory Over TCU with Last-Minute Field Goal
No. 24 Arizona secured a 29-28 victory over TCU in Tucson, Arizona, with a game-winning 37-yard field goal by Michael Salgado-Medina in the final minute, after the Wildcats recovered an onside pooch kick.
Peoria Bloomington, IL, November 7, 2026 — In a thrilling conclusion to their matchup in Tucson, Arizona, the No. 24 Wildcats have defeated TCU with a final score of 29-28. The decisive moment came in the closing minute of the game when kicker Michael Salgado-Medina successfully converted a 37-yard field goal, securing the narrow victory for Arizona.
The critical sequence leading to the winning score involved a strategic onside pooch kick executed by the Wildcats. Following the kick, Arizona successfully recovered the ball, retaining possession and setting the stage for their final offensive push. This recovery proved pivotal, allowing the team to move into field goal range.
The game remained closely contested throughout, with both teams exchanging offensive efforts. The Wildcats ultimately capitalized on their late-game opportunity to pull ahead in the final moments. The specific details regarding the progression of plays leading up to the onside kick and the subsequent field goal attempt were not provided in the summary.
The victory marks a significant win for the No. 24 ranked Arizona Wildcats. The opponent, TCU, was unable to counter Arizona’s final surge. The exact timeline of the game’s final minutes, including the precise time of the onside kick and the game-winning field goal, was not specified beyond occurring in the final minute.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN MARSHALL, Associated Press on www.centralillinoisproud.com, see more information here.
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