UNC football starts season with win over TCU in Dublin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:59 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The North Carolina Tar Heels won 15-10 against the TCU Horned Frogs in Dublin, Ireland, in their season opener on August 29, 2026. Head coach Bill Belichick credited the team's solid defensive performance and discipline for overcoming early challenges posed by TCU's running game. A pivotal moment came late in the match when UNC successfully drew TCU offsides on a critical fourth-and-one situation, helping to secure the victory. Belichick expressed pride in his team's effort and highlighted the experience of playing in Dublin.
- •UNC improves to 1-0 after the win over TCU.
- •The game occurred in Dublin, showcasing international college football.
- •Belichick praised team discipline as a key factor in the victory.
- •UNC's defense adjusted effectively after a challenging start.
- •Billy Edwards Jr. managed the game without turnovers.
- 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — What Bill Belichick said after UNC's win over TCU
"Here is what UNC football head coach Bill Belichick said after beating TCU.
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