Last year when Centennial (Corona, CA) and Santa Margarita (Rancho Santa Margarita) squared off, it ended up being an instant classic.
Santa Magarita picked up the six-point home win in overtime.
This year, the two sides face off again, this time in Corona, with both programs ranked in the USA TODAY Sports Super 25 rankings.
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If you’re not able to make it to Corona on Friday night, here’s everything you need to know about both teams and how you’ll be able to watch the showdown from home.
Watch Margarita vs. Centennial on live NFHS Network
When is Santa Margarita vs. Centennial high school football game?
The Golden State high school football clash kicks off on Friday, August 28, 2026.
What time does Santa Margarita vs. Centennial high school football game start?
The game is slated to begin at 7:00 p.m. PT.
Watch Santa Margarita vs. Centennial high school football game live
Centennial and Santa Margarita fans can watch the game live on the NFHS Network.
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Centennial football: What to know
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The Huskies opened the season with a 41-21 win over Servite (CA) and come into this game ranked as the No. 4 team in the latest Super 25 rankings.
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USC four-star wide receiver commit Quentin Hale was unstoppable in the Huskies’ season-opener. Hale caught eight passes for 155 yards and two touchdowns.
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As good as they were passing the ball, Centennial was just as good on the ground, scoring four times and totaling 279 yards. Senior quarterback Jaden Jefferson led their rushing attack with 92 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries.
Santa Margarita football: What to know
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In a cross-country showdown with Jones (Orlando, FL), the Eagles were dominant defensively in a 27-0 win. They are No. 23 in the country in the latest Super 25 rankings.
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Fletch Palmer, the son of former NFL quarterback Carson Palmer, got the nod at quarterback and shined. He was 21 of 31 passing for 242 yards and a pair of touchdown passes.
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Jones’ offense had no answer for rising freshman linebacker Aydan Steen. In his first high school game, Steen totaled 10 tackles, three tackles for loss, and three sacks.
Watch Santa Margarita vs. Centennial live on NFHS Network
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Santa Margarita vs. Centennial: How to watch California high school football
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