No. 24 Kentucky Edges South Carolina 35-34 in Overtime Thriller
In a college football game at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, S.C., No. 24 Kentucky outlasted South Carolina in overtime with a final score of 35-34, after a game that saw multiple lead changes.
Columbia, SC, October 3, 2026 — In a dramatic college football contest, the No. 24 University of Kentucky Wildcats secured a narrow victory over the University of South Carolina Gamecocks. The game, held at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina, concluded with a final score of 35-34 in favor of Kentucky after an overtime period.
The matchup was characterized by significant back-and-forth action, featuring multiple lead changes throughout regulation play. Neither team was able to establish a dominant advantage, leading to a closely contested game that ultimately required an extra period to decide a winner.
The overtime conclusion underscored the competitive nature of the contest. After both teams battled through four quarters, they entered overtime tied, with one team eventually scoring enough points to claim the win by a single point margin. The final score of 35-34 reflects the tight competition and the critical plays made in the decisive moments of the game.
The venue, Williams-Brice Stadium, hosted a crowd that witnessed a game that kept fans engaged due to its fluctuating momentum and the ultimate nail-biting finish. The outcome marks a significant win for the Kentucky Wildcats in conference play.
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