The 2025 Alabama high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Florence Falcons host the Muscle Shoals Trojans on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be played at Florence High School in Florence, AL, with both teams looking to set the tone for their seasons.
Game Details
- Matchup: Muscle Shoals (AL) vs Florence (AL)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Florence High School, Florence, AL
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Muscle Shoals Trojans
Muscle Shoals enters the matchup with a strong start, holding a 1-0 record, ranked #612 nationally, #19 in Alabama, and #8 in their class. The Trojans won their opener convincingly, scoring 24 points while allowing just 6, highlighting their defensive dominance and balanced offensive attack.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- Points Scored (PF): 24
- Points Allowed (PA): 6
- Strengths: Stout defense, efficient offense, confidence from season-opening win
- Key to Win: Maintain defensive consistency and control time of possession
Florence Falcons
Florence begins the season with an 0-1 record, ranked #2,215 nationally, #61 in Alabama, and #20 in their class. The Falcons struggled in their opener, scoring just 7 points while giving up 35 at home. Returning to their home field, Florence will look for a rebound performance against a strong Muscle Shoals squad.
- 2025 Record: 0-1
- Points Scored (PF): 7
- Points Allowed (PA): 35
- Strengths: Home-field advantage, potential offensive playmakers
- Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and generate early scoring drives
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muscle Shoals | 612 | 19 (AL) | 8 | 1-0 | 24 | 6 |
| Florence | 2,215 | 61 (AL) | 20 | 0-1 | 7 | 35 |
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