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Clash at California Memorial Stadium: Stanford Cardinal vs. California Golden Bears in College Football Showdown

As the California Golden Bears prepare to host their rivals, the Stanford Cardinal, at the California Memorial Stadium, fans are bracing for what promises to be a riveting game of football. The upcoming match scheduled for November 19 is not just another game; it's a chance for the Golden Bears to redeem themselves after a series of challenging outings.


Nov 11, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears cheerleaders perform on the field during the second quarter against the Washington State Cougars at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at their recent performance against Oregon State Beavers on November 13, the Golden Bears struggled on both sides of the ball. With only 10 points scored and a staggering 38 points allowed, it was clear that improvements were needed. The offense could only muster an average gain of 3 yards per play and had trouble maintaining possession with a time of only 23 minutes and 22 seconds.


However, there's always room for optimism as we reflect on their game against USC Trojans on November 6. Despite falling short with a scoreline of 35-41, CAL showed they could put up points and rack up significant yardage – totaling an impressive 469 yards with an average gain of over six yards per play. Their passing attack was particularly effective; they completed over seventy-one percent of passes thrown and achieved three touchdowns through the air.


The defense also had its moments during these past games but will need to step up significantly if they hope to contain Stanford's offense. Against Oregon Ducks on October 29, while allowing forty-two points is far from ideal, two interceptions show that this unit can make plays when necessary.


For CAL fans looking forward to this matchup against Stanford Cardinal, there are key areas where their team must excel: offensive consistency needs to be established early in the game; defensive resilience will be crucial throughout all four quarters; special teams must contribute positively either through field position or scoring opportunities.


The upcoming battle is more than just about winning or losing – it's about pride and showing that despite previous setbacks this season, CAL has what it takes to compete with determination and skill.


Fans eager to support their team can catch all the action live from Berkeley at California Memorial Stadium or tune into Pac-12 Network at precisely half-past ten PM local time on November 19th.

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