UNC faces crucial early-season matchup against Clemson on September 19
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The University of North Carolina will open its ACC schedule against Clemson on September 19. This game is significant for UNC coach Bill Belichick, who is looking to rebound from a disappointing 4-8 season. The Tar Heels face a challenging schedule this fall, including top teams like Notre Dame and Louisville. Clemson, coming off a mediocre 7-6 season, will also seek to improve under quarterback Christopher Vizzina. Both teams are under pressure to perform better than in previous seasons.
- •UNC seeks to end a 7-game losing streak against Clemson.
- •Clemson finished 2025 unranked after losing to Penn State.
- •Jordan Shipp and Melkart Abou-Jaoude return for UNC.
- •UNCs roster includes several transfer athletes at key positions.
- •The game is pivotal for both teams' 2026 campaigns.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — This one game will determine UNC's 2026 football success
"UNC has a loaded football schedule this fall. An early-season, ACC contest will go a long way towards determining the Tar Heels' 2026 success.
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