Tar Heels prepare for 2026 football season opener in Cologne
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The 2026 college football season begins for the North Carolina Tar Heels on August 29 in Cologne, Germany. Fans are eager yet anxious as the team faces the same opponent that led to a disappointing start last season. Offseason challenges included administrative changes with key personnel on paid leave, causing uncertainty in the team's preparations. With kickoff approaching, the Tar Heels hope to overcome past struggles and deliver a strong performance this year.
- •Tar Heels play season opener in Cologne, Germany.
- •Last season began with a significant loss to the same opponent.
- •Michael Lombardi remains on paid administrative leave.
- •Defensive coordinator's role for the opener is still unclear.
- •The game is set for noon local time on August 29.
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