The TCU Horned Frogs football team will kick off the 2026 season in Dublin, Ireland as part of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic. The team will face off against North Carolina on August 29 at Aviva Stadium, with TCU being the home team for the game. This will mark TCU’s first game abroad and is seen as an opportunity to showcase the university’s brand on a global stage.
TCU’s Athletic Director, Mike Buddie, expressed excitement about the event, highlighting the educational and cultural experience it will provide for the student-athletes. Head Coach Sonny Dykes believes the players will take pride in representing TCU internationally, especially as many of them have never traveled overseas before.
The university also has an international exchange program in Dublin, with hopes that local Horned Frog fans will be able to attend the game. TCU is expecting strong support from its fans, with a sea of purple expected to fill the stands in Dublin.
The decision to play in Dublin was made with the support of Aer Lingus and Irish American Events. The team and fans alike are looking forward to the unique experience of playing football in Ireland and showcasing TCU on an international stage. This announcement comes following a news release and news conference held by TCU to provide details about the upcoming event.
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