Charlotte, NC, October 15, 2025
News Summary
The Charlotte 49ers will host Temple for their homecoming game at Jerry Richardson Stadium. This marks the team’s first home game in a month. After a tough loss to Army, Charlotte aims to bounce back, featuring notable performances from players amidst a challenging season. With an average home attendance at a record high, excitement builds for this key matchup. Tickets are still available for purchase until noon, leading up to the game scheduled for 3:30 p.m.
Charlotte, NC – Charlotte Football (1-5, 0-3 American) will host a homecoming game against Temple (3-3, 1-1 American) at Jerry Richardson Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. The game will be available for streaming on ESPN+, and radio coverage will be provided by Matt Swierad, Al Wallace, and Bobby Rosinski on Charlotte49ers.com. Tickets for the game are priced at $19.79 and are available for purchase until noon on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
The matchup is a part of Niner Nation Week, a celebration featuring various events highlighting the Charlotte 49ers in the Queen City. This homecoming game marks the first time the 49ers will play at home in a month, having last hosted a game on September 18 against Rice. The 30-day gap between home games ties for the longest in program history outside of the 2020 season.
Charlotte is looking to bounce back from a tough 24-7 loss to Army in their last outing, where quarterback Grayson Loftis connected on a touchdown in the final seconds of the game. Defensive standout Reid Williford recorded a career-high 17 tackles in that game and tied for the program record for solo tackles in a single game. Additionally, Dwight Bootle II successfully blocked a field goal against Army, marking Charlotte’s first blocked kick since 2022.
Despite their recent struggles, Charlotte ranks in the top 40 nationally for various special teams categories, including 20th in punt returns, 21st in kickoff return defense, 38th in kickoff returns, and 31st in punt return defense. A record crowd of 19,233 attended the 49ers’ home opener against Rice, aided by the addition of temporary seating, leading to an average home game attendance of 105.16% of stadium capacity.
Saturday’s game against Temple will mark the first meeting in American Conference play between the two schools. Temple currently leads the all-time series 2-0. Charlotte has been adapting to a quarterback rotation due to an injury to starting quarterback Conner Harrell, with Grayson Loftis and Zach Wilcke sharing quarterback duties. Temple is coming off a close 32-31 loss to Navy, where they held a 31-24 lead before surrendering a late touchdown.
Under the direction of new head coach Tim Albin, who previously coached at Ohio, the Charlotte football team is focusing on building team commitment. An honors system has been established, allowing players to earn a “brick” for their dedication; 73 out of the 107 roster players have received this recognition. In addition, the football team will wear R1 stickers on their helmets to celebrate the university being awarded R1 research status.
In support of enhancing the fan experience, Jerry Richardson Stadium is set for an expansion that will include premium seating and additional community event spaces.
Key Statistics and Highlights
- Charlotte Football Record: 1-5, 0-3 American
- Temple Football Record: 3-3, 1-1 American
- Last Game: Charlotte 49ers lost 24-7 to Army
- Attendance: Record crowd of 19,233 for home opener
- Reid Williford: 17 tackles vs. Army, approaching program milestone
- Game time: 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18
- Ticket Price: $19.79 until noon, Oct. 15
Upcoming Schedule
- Charlotte vs. Temple – Oct. 18, 3:30 p.m.
FAQ Section
When is the Charlotte Football homecoming game?
The Charlotte Football homecoming game is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 18, at 3:30 p.m.
Who will Charlotte play in the homecoming game?
Charlotte will host Temple for the homecoming game.
How can I watch the game?
The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and radio coverage will be available on Charlotte49ers.com.
What is the ticket price for the game?
Tickets for the game are available for $19.79 until noon on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
Where is the game being played?
The game will take place at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
Chart of Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Charlotte Football Record | 1-5, 0-3 American |
| Temple Football Record | 3-3, 1-1 American |
| Last Game Result | Charlotte lost 24-7 to Army |
| Next Game Date | October 18, 2023 |
| Attendance Record | 19,233 |
| Ticket Price | $19.79 |
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Additional Resources
- Charlotte 49ers Official Site
- On3 Sports
- Temple Owls Official Site
- College Sports Wire
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Temple University Football
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