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Charlotte stuns FAU 27-24 with a game-winning 56-yard field goal

A storybook ending for Brad Lambert in his final game as Charlotte head coach.

Freshman Jonathon Cruz connected from his career long 56-yard field goal to give Charlotte their lone road win of the season, beating FAU 27-24.

“I’m just really thankful for these players and coaches. Our university gave us an opportunity to come start a program from nothing.” Said Lambert post-game.

The stingy 49er run defense would hold their ground against C-USA’s leading rusher Devin Singletary, holding him to just 88 yards on 23 carries.

Lane Kiffin’s dejection spilled over post-game, as it was his first season under .