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North Carolina Central faces Texas Southern in college football season opener

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

North Carolina Central faces Texas Southern in college football season opener

Summary

College football kicks off as North Carolina Central meets Texas Southern on Saturday, August 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. Both teams enter the matchup after successful 2025 seasons, with Texas Southern finishing 6-5 and North Carolina Central holding an 8-4 record. The two teams will clash for the first time in history, setting the stage for both squads ahead of their upcoming games. Texas Southern will face Prairie View A&M in the Labor Day Classic, while North Carolina Central will host Elizabeth City State in its Hall of Fame Game.

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By the Numbers

•Game scheduled for August 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET.
•Texas Southern finished 6-5 overall in 2025.
•North Carolina Central ended last season at 8-4.
•First-ever matchup between the two schools.
•Texas Southern's next game is against Prairie View A&M.

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