Notre Dame tops Navy 35-13 in Halloween matchup

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Notre Dame tops Navy 35-13 in Halloween matchup
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The Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeated the Navy Midshipmen 35-13 on October 31, 2026, in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The first half was challenging for Notre Dame, with Navy appearing to gain the upper hand. However, the Irish settled into a stronger performance during the second half, leading to a decisive victory. The game sparked heavy online reactions, focusing particularly on the coaching staff's strategy and execution during the first half. Discussions surrounding the jobs of the coordinators were prominent, given the team's earlier struggles.

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  • •Notre Dame scored 35 points against Navy's 13.
  • •The game featured a strong second half by Notre Dame.
  • •Coaching strategies were criticized during a difficult first half.
  • •The matchup took place on Halloween at Gillette Stadium.
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  • 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame 35, Navy 13: Online Overreactions
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Tricks in the First Half, Treats in the Second Half

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