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Football announces 2018 slate

The Charlotte 49ers released the 2018 football schedule Tuesday morning. The schedule features eight opponents that traveled to bowl games last season. The team opens at home for the first three game, and closes their schedule on the road for three of their last four games.

For the second time ever, the team will open their season at home against FCS opponent Fordham on Sept. 1. The team finished 4-7 overall last season, 3-3 in the Patriot League. The last time the Niners could be seen at home for an opener was the 52-7 victory against Campbell.

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