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ON SALE NOW: Tickets for 49th Annual Bayou Classic

The exact etymology of the word “football” is slightly unclear, but it dates back to the late Middle Ages. (Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS (BRPROUD)— Louisiana’s football fans can now purchase tickets to this year’s Bayou Classic, according to an announcement from Southern University.

Beginning Thursday, June 30, fans can purchase tickets to the showdown between Grambling State and Southern universities in the Big Easy.

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Additionally, tickets for the Battle of the Bands & Greek Show on Friday, November 25 at the Caesars Superdome will also be available Thursday.

According to Southern, expanded purchasing options will be announced at a later date.

To purchase tickets, click here. For more information, visit www.mybayouclassic.com.

Catch the gridiron matchup on Saturday, November 26 at 1 p.m.