UNC prepares for tough matchup against Clemson in ACC opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The North Carolina Tar Heels (2-0) are set to face the Clemson Tigers (1-1) in their ACC opener on Saturday at 12 p.m. UNC aims for its first victory against Clemson since 2010 and its first win in Death Valley since 2001. Head coach Bill Belichick emphasized the challenges posed by the hostile environment, stating that crowd noise will be a significant factor. This matchup follows UNC's recent win over ETSU and Clemson's narrow victory against Georgia Southern. Both teams are looking to establish momentum early in the season.
- •UNC plays Clemson at 12 p.m. Saturday
- •Belichick highlights challenges of crowd noise
- •Tar Heels seek first win at Death Valley since 2001
- •Both teams are coming off recent victories
- •Clemson has a strong home-field advantage
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Belichick highlights hostile environment ahead of UNC-Clemson
"UNC heads into an extremely tough football environment at Clemson this weekend. Bill Belichick says his Tar Heels will be ready for that challenge.
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