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Memphis prepares for home opener against Arkansas State at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Memphis prepares for home opener against Arkansas State at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium

Summary

Memphis plays its home opener against Arkansas State on September 5 at 6 p.m. CT. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and serves as the debut for the renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The Tigers enter the contest with a 1-0 record following a road victory over UNLV. Arkansas State travels to Memphis looking for a win after the Tigers' successful season debut. This game acts as the final matchup for Memphis before a road game against Boise State on September 12. Tickets are currently available on the secondary market with prices beginning at $16.

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By the Numbers

•Memphis hosts Arkansas State on September 5 at 6 p.m. CT.
•The game is the first held at the newly renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
•Memphis holds a 1-0 record after defeating UNLV 27-21 on August 29.
•Secondary market tickets for the matchup start at $16 on StubHub.
•Memphis travels to face Boise State on September 12 following this home opener.

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