NC State football vs Virginia to be relocated to Charlottesville
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
N.C. State football's season opener against Virginia, initially slated to occur in Brazil, will instead take place at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville on August 29, 2026. The decision was made after an extensive review concerning operational and international considerations, coupled with feedback from Athlete Advantage, which indicated the event could not proceed in Brazil. Fans who purchased tickets through the official College Football Brasil website will receive refunds. Future details regarding ticket availability for the Charlottesville game will be announced.
- •N.C. State vs. Virginia was set for Brazil, now moved to Charlottesville.
- •Game to be played at Scott Stadium on August 29, 2026.
- •Refunds will be provided to fans who bought tickets for Brazil.
- •Decision made following operational reviews and stakeholder feedback.
- •Further ticket details for the Charlottesville game are forthcoming.
- 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — NC State and Virginia no longer set to open 2026 season in Brazil
- 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — NC State football vs Virginia won't be played in Brazil to start 2026 season
"The Cavaliers and Wolfpack were originally set to open the 2026 season in Brazil, but that game has now been moved to Charlottesville.
"N.C. State football vs. Virginia was scheduled to be played in Brazil to start the 2026 season. That isn't happening now. Here's why.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 4:48 PMNC State and Virginia no longer set to open 2026 season in Brazil
The Cavaliers and Wolfpack were originally set to open the 2026 season in Brazil, but that game has now been moved to Charlottesville.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 3:43 PMNC State football vs Virginia won't be played in Brazil to start 2026 season
N.C. State football vs. Virginia was scheduled to be played in Brazil to start the 2026 season. That isn't happening now. Here's why.
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