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North Carolina and TCU clash in Dublin to open college football season

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

North Carolina and TCU clash in Dublin to open college football season
Summary

North Carolina faces TCU in Dublin, Ireland, marking the official start of the 2026 college football season. It kicks off Bill Belichick's second year at UNC, after a disappointing 4-8 record last season, which included a significant loss to TCU in their earlier matchup. The day features eight games, including NC State at Virginia and Florida State versus New Mexico State. Live updates will provide ongoing coverage of these games.

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  • •North Carolina and TCU are playing in Dublin, Ireland.
  • •Bill Belichick begins his second year as UNC's head coach.
  • •UNC aims to bounce back from a 48-14 loss to TCU last season.
  • •Other opening games include NC State at Virginia and Florida State vs. New Mexico State.
  • •Live updates available throughout the games.
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  • 2:55 PMYahoo Sports — College football Week 0 scores, live updates: Bill Belichick, UNC kick off season against TCU
What they're saying
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The offseason is over, and college football is back … for a few teams, at least. We have an eight-game FBS slate to get things started on Saturday.

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