North Carolina holds TCU to a 15-10 victory in Dublin opener

North Carolina defeated TCU 15-10 in their season opener at Aviva Stadium in Dublin on August 29, 2026. TCU's new quarterback Jaden Craig struggled, completing 20 of 32 passes for 175 yards with three sacks and a fumble. The Horned Frogs committed 11 penalties for 100 yards and failed to convert on multiple critical fourth downs, including one in the final minutes that allowed North Carolina to secure the win. TCU will have a chance to regroup with two home games against Grambling and Arkansas State before starting their Big 12 schedule.

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