Game preview: The First Academy vs Central Football Aug. 29, 2025

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The First Academy (Orlando, FL) varsity football team will host a home non-conference matchup against Central High School (Phenix City, AL) on Friday, August 29 at 7 p.m. This exciting early-season contest brings together two competitive programs, promising fans an action-packed evening under the Friday night lights.

Game Information
Matchup: The First Academy vs Central
Date: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
The First Academy vs Central: Florida Hosts Alabama Powerhouse in Non-Conference Clash
High school football fans are in for an early-season treat as The First Academy vs Central headlines the schedule on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7 p.m. The matchup will be played in Orlando, Florida, where The First Academy (TFA) hosts Central of Phenix City, Alabama, in what promises to be a test of endurance, depth, and execution.

Both teams enter the contest with very different starts to the season. Central opened with an emphatic victory, while The First Academy stumbled in its opener. With both programs aiming to prove themselves against high-level competition, this non-conference showdown carries weight beyond the scoreboard.

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Central: Momentum from a Strong Start
Central (Phenix City, AL) has already made a loud statement in the 2025-26 season. Ranked 53rd nationally, 2nd in Alabama, and 2nd in their class, the Red Devils enter this matchup with a 1-0 overall record. Their season-opening win was nothing short of dominant, with a 59-16 blowout that displayed their offensive firepower and defensive toughness.

Looking at the numbers, Central’s balance is impressive. They average 227 rushing yards per game and 206 passing yards per game, a combination that makes them difficult to defend. That offensive production results in an eye-popping 433 total yards per game.

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