Notre Dame and Wisconsin prepare for Sunday primetime game at Lambeau Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

The Wisconsin Badgers face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a season-opening matchup at Lambeau Field this Sunday. The primetime contest is scheduled for a 6:30 p.m. kickoff on NBC. Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman expects the crowd to be split evenly between the two fanbases, comparing the atmosphere to a previous neutral-site meeting in Chicago. Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell noted that while players may experience emotions when arriving at the venue, the focus remains on the specific demands of the game. Both programs have high expectations for the matchup, which remains one of the most expensive tickets for the opening weekend of the college football season. Coaches intend to allow their players a moment to observe the historic stadium before shifting their full attention to game-day preparations.
- •The Notre Dame versus Wisconsin game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. this Sunday.
- •Marcus Freeman expects a 50-50 crowd split at Lambeau Field.
- •The game will be broadcast in primetime on NBC.
- •Luke Fickell emphasized that his team is focused on game-day execution despite the stadium's historical significance.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame HC expects ‘50 50’ crowd at Lambeau Field for Week 1
"It’s been five years since the two sides last played in Chicago.
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