The stage is set for an epic clash Thursday night at Protective Stadium in Birmingham as the Vigor Wolves and Moody Blue Devils — both sporting impressive 12-2 records — battle for the AHSAA 5A state championship.

Vigor, seeking its first title since 2021, enters with momentum after edging Williamson 28-21 in a hard-fought semifinal victory.

The Blue Devils, still hungry after finishing as state runners-up in 2024, dominated Scottsboro 35-10 in their semifinal matchup.

With both programs peaking at the perfect time, this championship showdown promises to deliver the intensity and drama that defines Alabama high school football in December, as these evenly-matched powerhouses fight for the state title under the bright lights of Protective Stadium.

Opening kickoff is set for 7 p.m. CT o

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