Winnipeg Blue Bombers Vs Calgary Stampeders: Everything To Know

Winnipeg Blue Bombers Vs Calgary Stampeders 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

Date:

June 29, 2024

Venue:

McMahon Stadium in Calgary, AB

TV:

TSN

Odds/Point Spread:

Winnipeg Blue Bombers (-5)

Game Recap: 

• The game was closely contested, with both teams giving their all.
• The Winnipeg Blue Bombers aimed to secure their first win of the season, while the Calgary Stampeders sought to build on their early success.

1st Period:

• The game kicked off at McMahon Stadium in Calgary, AB.
• Both teams came out strong, but the defenses dominated.
• The Winnipeg Blue Bombers managed a field goal, taking an early lead (WPG 3 – 0 CGY).

2nd Period:

• The Calgary Stampeders responded with a touchdown, seizing the lead (WPG 3 – 7 CGY).
• The Blue Bombers fought back, adding two field goals (WPG 9 – 7 CGY).
• The Stampeders closed the half with a touchdown (WPG 9 – 14 CGY).

3rd Period:

• Points were scarce in the third quarter.
• Both teams tightened their defenses, preventing any scoring opportunities.
• The score remained unchanged (WPG 9 – 14 CGY).

4th Period:

• The Blue Bombers rallied, scoring a touchdown (WPG 16 – 14 CGY).
• But the Stampeders answered with a field goal (WPG 16 – 17 CGY).
• With seconds left, Winnipeg secured another field goal, tying the game (WPG 19 – 19 CGY).

Overtime:

• In overtime, the Stampeders’ kicker nailed a field goal (WPG 19 – 22 CGY).
• Calgary celebrated a hard-fought victory, while Winnipeg showed resilience.

Key Moments and Stats

• The final score: Winnipeg Blue Bombers 19, Calgary Stampeders 22.
• Period Scores:
  • Winnipeg Blue Bombers: 1st Period (3), 2nd Period (6), 3rd Period (0), 4th Period (10)
  • Calgary Stampeders: 1st Period (0), 2nd Period (7), 3rd Period (4), 4th Period (8), Overtime (3)

Historic Achievement

• Despite the loss, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers put up a strong fight.
• The Calgary Stampeders secured a hard-earned victory, showcasing their resilience.

Head-to-head record between the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Calgary Stampeders in Canadian Football League (CFL) history:

1. Overall Record:
   • These two teams have faced each other four times in CFL matchups.
   • The Winnipeg Blue Bombers hold a slight advantage, winning two of those encounters.
   • The Calgary Stampeders secured one victory, and there was one draw.
2. Recent Meetings:
   • In the 2022 season, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers achieved a historic feat by becoming the first team in CFL history to record 400 home victories.
   • They accomplished this milestone by beating the Calgary Stampeders with a close score of 31-29.
3. Season-Series Sweep:
   • During the same 2022 season, the Blue Bombers won all three games against the Stampeders.
   • This season-series sweep marked the first time since 1987 that Winnipeg had achieved such dominance over Calgary.