URGENT UPDATE: The highly anticipated Michigan high school football playoff regional final kicks off tonight, featuring Detroit King (7-4) against Warren De La Salle (5-6) in a crucial Division 3 matchup. The game is set for 6 p.m. ET at Martin Luther King High School in Detroit.
WATCH LIVE: Fans can catch the action on the NFHS Network, as both teams vie for a spot in the state semifinals. The winner will advance to face either DeWitt or Fenton next week, making this a must-see event for high school football enthusiasts.
Detroit King enters the postseason ranked No. 5 in the final AP Division 3 poll and is looking to build on their recent momentum, having defeated Trenton 38-22 in the District 1 championship. Meanwhile, Warren De La Salle, after navigating one of the toughest schedules in Michigan, secured a 34-6 victory over Port Huron in the Region 4 District 2 championship.
This playoff season marks the fifth consecutive year the Michigan High School Athletic Association has utilized its playoff points formula to set the stage for thrilling matchups. As excitement builds around the state, this game is positioned as one of the top contests to watch.
As the clock ticks down to kickoff, fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an electrifying showdown. Will Detroit King continue their impressive run, or will Warren De La Salle pull off an upset? Stay tuned for live updates and coverage of this pivotal match.
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