UCLA and Cal open season with renewed rivalry matchup in Berkeley

UCLA and Cal meet at California Memorial Stadium to open the 2026 season. The game marks the beginning of a four-game series between the former Pac-12 rivals now playing in different conferences. Both programs enter the matchup under new leadership, with Bob Chesney at UCLA and Tosh Lupoi coaching Cal. The rivalry intensified following UCLA's move to the Big Ten and the subsequent "Calimony" payments mandated by the UC Board of Regents. Officials expect a near-capacity crowd in Berkeley for the game, as both teams look to start their campaigns with a win.

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