North Carolina faces TCU in Belichick's second season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
North Carolina opens its 2026 college football season against TCU on Saturday at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland. This matchup serves as a chance for the Tar Heels to avenge a 48-14 loss to the Horned Frogs in the 2025 season opener, marking Bill Belichick's debut at UNC. The Tar Heels aim to showcase their progress after a disappointing 4-8 season, which included a significant roster overhaul. Key changes include new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino and starting quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., who transferred from Wisconsin. The game will kick off at noon ET as part of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic.
- •North Carolina aims for revenge after last year's loss to TCU.
- •Game takes place at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland.
- •UNC's 2025 season ended with a 4-8 record.
- •Billy Edwards Jr. starts at quarterback for UNC after transferring from Wisconsin.
- •TCU holds a solid record, finishing 9-4 last season.
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Belichick’s second UNC season starts with the perfect revenge game
"TCU embarrassed North Carolina in Bill Belichick’s college debut. One year later, the Tar Heels get the perfect opportunity to prove just how much has changed.
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