Illinois announces sellout for upcoming football game against Duke
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 1:06 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Illinois confirmed on Monday that its upcoming home game against Duke at Memorial Stadium is sold out. Both programs enter the matchup with 1-0 records. This event marks the fifth sellout for Illinois in its last eight home games dating back to last season. Last year, the team achieved a streak of four consecutive sellouts, matching its longest run since 2008. Duke arrives in Champaign following an ACC championship campaign, while Illinois enters with 20 wins recorded since the start of the 2024 season. Kickoff for the contest is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. this Saturday with broadcast coverage on FS1.
- •Memorial Stadium is sold out for the Illinois-Duke game this Saturday.
- •The game is the fifth sellout for Illinois in its last eight home contests.
- •Both Duke and Illinois hold 1-0 records heading into the matchup.
- •Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. ET with television coverage on FS1.
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Memorial Stadium sells out for Illinois-Duke
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