Illini Homecoming game sets attendance, team records
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill (WCIA) — U of I Homecoming 2022 has come and gone, but not without setting a few records.

According to Assistant Director of Athletics Brett Moore, 45,683 fans filled Memorial Stadium on Saturday. This is the highest attendance for an Illinois football Homecoming game since 2013.

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The 26-14 victory over University of Minnesota Golden Gophers secured the team’s eligibility for a bowl game to be announced at a later date. The team’s current season record is 6-1.

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