Syracuse football is taking its show north of the border, and it's a move that truly reinforces why the Orange are known as Canada's college team. The ACC, along with ESPN, has announced that Syracuse will kick off the 2027 season in Toronto, facing off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at BMO Field. This Week 0 showdown, scheduled for either August 28 or August 29, marks a historic moment as the first NCAA college football game ever played at this venue.

BMO Field, the home of Major League Soccer's Toronto FC and the Canadian Football League's Toronto Argonauts, has just undergone a massive $157.9 million facelift, thanks in part to its role as a host venue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. So, when the Orange take the field in 2027, they'll be playing on a world-class stage that's been upgraded for global attention. The game will be broadcast nationally on either ABC or ESPN, giving fans everywhere a front-row seat to this international matchup.

"Opening the 2027 season in Toronto is an exciting opportunity for Syracuse football and our fans," said outgoing Athletic Director John Wildhack, who will retire on July 1. "Partnering with Wake Forest and ESPN Events for this game created the unique chance for us to headline Week 0 while providing a destination game for fans to visit a world-class city just four hours from campus."

This conference clash will count as a home game for Wake Forest, even though the two teams weren't originally scheduled to meet in 2027. Thanks to the ACC's updated scheduling rules requiring most teams to play nine conference opponents, this Toronto tilt fills that slot for both squads. It's a savvy move that adds some international flair to the regular season grind.

This will be the 14th all-time meeting between Syracuse and Wake Forest, with the Orange looking to build on some recent momentum. The last time these two met was in 2023, when Syracuse, led by interim head coach Nunzio Campanile, pulled out a thrilling 35-31 victory at the JMA Wireless Dome—a win that secured the team's sixth and final victory of the year.

For fans, this is more than just a game; it's a destination. Imagine packing your Syracuse gear, hopping in the car for a four-hour drive, and experiencing college football in one of North America's most vibrant cities. Whether you're repping the Orange or the Demon Deacons, this Week 0 showdown in Toronto is shaping up to be a must-see event that blends tradition with a fresh, international twist.