Notre Dame leads Wisconsin 13-10 at halftime at Lambeau Field
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

The Wisconsin Badgers and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish met at Lambeau Field on September 6 for a neutral-ground season opener. The Fighting Irish held a 13-10 lead over the Badgers at halftime. A contentious officiating decision in the first quarter shifted momentum when referees ruled that Notre Dame recovered a Wisconsin punt in-bounds, leading to a subsequent Notre Dame touchdown. Wisconsin responded in the second quarter following a 70-yard punt by Sean West that pinned Notre Dame deep, allowing the Badgers to score and briefly tie the game at 10-10. Notre Dame reclaimed the lead with a field goal before the break. Both teams are competing for potential college football playoff spots this season.
- •Notre Dame leads Wisconsin 13-10 at the halftime break.
- •The game is being held at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
- •A first-quarter recovery ruling by officials drew criticism from observers.
- •Wisconsin punter Sean West recorded a 70-yard punt during the second quarter.
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"One of the most anticipated season openers for 2026 is the matchup between Big Ten Conference powerhouse Wisconsin Badgers and the No. 4 nationally ranked team, Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
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