Aerial combat specialists end their losing streak, triumphing over Argos with a score of 40-31 victory
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers secured a hard-fought 40-31 victory over the Toronto Argonauts on August 2, 2025, at the Princess Auto Stadium. The win marked the end of a three-game losing streak for the Bombers, improving their 2025 season record to 4-3.
The game kicked off just after 6 p.m., with Chris Streveler starting at quarterback for the Bombers. Despite Streveler throwing three interceptions in the game, the Bombers' offense managed to score early. Streveler scored a touchdown from 9 yards out, giving the Bombers a 14-7 lead at the end of the first quarter.
The Bombers' defense played a crucial role in maintaining the lead, preventing the Argonauts from coming all the way back in the second half. Trey Vaval, a defensive back for the Bombers, had a standout performance, scoring two return touchdowns. Vaval returned the ensuing kickoff for a touchdown, evening the score at 7-7, and later returned a kickoff 93 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter.
The Bombers' offense also contributed significantly to the win. In the second quarter, Jay Person returned a fumble for a 29-yard touchdown, increasing the Bombers' lead to 21-13. Damonte Coxie scored receiving touchdowns for the Argos in the third and fourth quarters, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bombers' early lead.
The game was played in front of a sold-out crowd, with the Bombers' win snapping their three-game losing streak. The victory also saw the Bombers' getting touchdowns from all three phases of the game. Willie Jefferson put plenty of pressure on Argos quarterback Nick Arbuckle in the second half, knocking down several passes.
The Bombers will now face the Calgary Stampeders for the third time this year on Saturday, August 9 in Calgary. With this win, the Bombers have shown resilience and determination, and they will be aiming to carry this momentum into their upcoming game.
The thrilling football game between Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Toronto Argonauts on August 2, 2025, marked a significant comeback for the Bombers, as they ended a three-game losing streak. The Bombers' resilient performance in sports, particularly in football, led them to a hard-fought 40-31 victory.
