Notre Dame football overcomes challenge in North Carolina victory
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Notre Dame faced a tough test against North Carolina on October 3, earning a 37-26 victory in Chapel Hill. The game was closely contested, with Notre Dame leading by only one point midway through the second half after allowing a kickoff return touchdown. The Irish's strong running game ultimately proved decisive, as they rushed for 122 yards in the third quarter alone. Despite some defensive struggles and mistakes, Notre Dame improved to 5-0 for the season.
- •Notre Dame improves to 5-0 with the win.
- •The Irish dominated the running game, gaining 122 yards in the third quarter.
- •North Carolina brought the game close with a 98-yard kickoff return touchdown.
- •Notre Dame's defense faced challenges, particularly in giving up long drives.
- •The game was affected by rainy conditions and a partially filled stadium.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame football vs. North Carolina | How the points were scored
- 7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame football tested in North Carolina win
"Notre Dame football was tested in Week Five in ways it simply hasn't been this 2026 season with a visit to rainy North Carolina.
"Notre Dame visiting Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday for a game against North Carolina. See how the points were scored.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 7:40 PMNotre Dame football vs. North Carolina | How the points were scored
Notre Dame visiting Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday for a game against North Carolina. See how the points were scored.
- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 7:18 PMNotre Dame football tested in North Carolina win
Notre Dame football was tested in Week Five in ways it simply hasn't been this 2026 season with a visit to rainy North Carolina.
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