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UNC and TCU face off in 2026 college football season opener

USA Today • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:01 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

UNC and TCU face off in 2026 college football season opener
Summary

The North Carolina Tar Heels and TCU Horned Frogs are set to meet at Aviva Stadium in Dublin on August 29, 2026, kicking off the college football season. This matchup follows TCU's 48-14 victory over North Carolina in their previous meeting under coach Bill Belichick. Both teams have undergone significant changes since that game, with TCU replacing quarterback Josh Hoover with Jaden Craig, and North Carolina bringing in a top-20 recruiting class alongside new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino. The game is scheduled for a noon ET start and will be broadcasted live on ESPN, with updates provided throughout the match.

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  • •Game start time is noon ET on August 29, 2026.
  • •Match takes place at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
  • •TCU and North Carolina met previously, with TCU winning 48-14.
  • •Jaden Craig replaces Josh Hoover as TCU's starting quarterback.
  • •Bobby Petrino is the new offensive coordinator for North Carolina.
Latest Updates
  • 4:03 PMUSA Today — UNC vs TCU football live updates: Week 0 game score, highlights from Dublin - USA Today
  • 10:01 AMYahoo Sports — UNC vs TCU football live updates: Start time, TV channel for 2026 season opener
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The North Carolina Tar Heels and TCU Horned Frogs will face off in the opening game of the 2026 college football season. Follow live updates here

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The North Carolina Tar Heels and TCU Horned Frogs will face off in the opening game of the 2026 college football season. Follow live updates here

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