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Louisville records dominant win against Villanova at L&N Stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 2:28 AM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Louisville records dominant win against Villanova at L&N Stadium

Summary

No. 24 Louisville secured a victory against Villanova in its home opener Friday night. The Cardinals built a 52-13 lead during the contest, rebounding from a 41-38 loss to No. 9 Ole Miss the previous week. Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz directed the offense throughout the game, building on his performance from the season opener. The win marked the Cardinals' 26th consecutive victory against an FCS opponent. Louisville addressed several issues present in its last game, including penalties and special teams performance. The team now prepares for a matchup against SMU next week as it moves toward the start of ACC play.

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By the Numbers

•Louisville defeated Villanova with a 52-13 lead in its home opener at L&N Stadium.
•Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz continued his active role in the offense for the Cardinals.
•The Cardinals extended their winning streak against FCS opponents to 26 games.
•Louisville faces SMU next week in its upcoming schedule.
•The win follows a 41-38 season-opening loss to No. 9 Ole Miss.

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2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Louisville Dominates Villanova in Home Opener After Heartbreaking Ole Miss Loss

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No. 24 Louisville came into Friday night looking to put last week’s heartbreaking loss to No. 9 Ole Miss behind them, and the Cardinals responded in a major way against Villanova. Louisville jumped all over the Wildcats in its home opener at L&N Stadium, building a commanding 52-13 lead and turning the game into a…
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