The Arizona Wildcats will face off against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the annual Territorial Cup on November 24, 2023, capping off the regular season for both teams. This highly anticipated matchup takes place in Tempe, Arizona, where each squad aims to secure their ninth victory of the season.
Arizona enters this game with positive momentum, having celebrated a significant win against Baylor in their final home game last week. The Wildcats are determined to send their seniors off on a high note in what will be their last Territorial Cup appearance against their rivals. In previous meetings, Arizona showcased dominance two years ago with a decisive 59-23 victory, while ASU countered with a commanding 49-7 win last season. This year, experts predict a much closer contest.
Team Dynamics and Key Players
Arizona State will rely heavily on quarterback Jeff Sims following the season-ending injury to Sam Leavitt. The Sun Devils currently rank fifth in the Big 12 for total offense, averaging 417.5 yards per game. However, they sit near the bottom in scoring, with an average of 26.3 points per game.
Head coach Brent Brennan has acknowledged the challenges posed by Arizona State. “Obviously, they’re one of the best teams in the conference,” he remarked. “You see how effectively they’re running the football right now, how much they’ve changed with the quarterback, and just what that is, and what that’s become, finding ways to win football games.”
The stakes are high for both sides, as they seek to end the regular season on a winning note. The atmosphere in Tempe is expected to be electric, with fans from both teams eager to witness this fierce rivalry unfold.
As the kickoff approaches, both teams are poised to give their all in what promises to be a thrilling encounter in the Territorial Cup series.
