William & Mary and Villanova kick off seasons in Patriot League clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
William & Mary and Villanova are set to begin their 2026 NCAA seasons on Friday, August 28, at 6:00 PM ET in a Patriot League matchup. The game will take place at Villanova Stadium and will be available for streaming on ESPN+. Both teams are coming off strong seasons, with Villanova advancing to the FCS semifinals in 2025 and William & Mary looking to avenge a close loss in last year's meeting. The matchup marks the beginning of a new chapter for both programs after leaving the CAA for the Patriot League, heightening the rivalry and stakes of this early season contest.
- •Kickoff scheduled for August 28 at 6:00 PM ET
- •Game streaming live on ESPN+
- •Villanova reached FCS semifinals in 2025
- •William & Mary looking for redemption after last year's loss
- •Both teams beginning first season in the Patriot League
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — How to watch William & Mary vs Villanova: Live stream College Football, NCAA, TV channel
"William & Mary and Villanova kick off their 2026 seasons Friday night in an early Patriot League matchup between two familiar FCS opponents. How to Watch William & Mary vs Villanova The game marks a new era for both programs,…
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