Mark your calendars, Tar Heels fans: UNC football is heading across the Atlantic for a historic showdown. The program has officially announced the kickoff time and TV details for its 2026 season opener against TCU in Dublin, Ireland.

Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29 at Noon ET (5 p.m. local time), the game will air live on ESPN from the iconic Aviva Stadium as part of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic. This marks UNC's first-ever international game, adding an extra layer of excitement to what promises to be a thrilling start to the Bill Belichick era's second season.

The matchup carries some extra weight, too. The Tar Heels will be looking for redemption after a tough 48-14 loss to TCU last season in Belichick's debut at Kenan Stadium. Now, they'll get a chance to even the score on a global stage. UNC also joins an elite group of ACC teams to participate in the event, following in the footsteps of Boston College, Georgia Tech, and Florida State.

For fans eager to secure their seats for Belichick's second year, season ticket information is available at GoHeels.com. And if you're dreaming of making the trip to Dublin, head over to TarHeels2Ireland.com for all the details on the team's Ireland adventure.

Whether you're gearing up for the game or just love the energy of college football on an international stage, this is one season opener you won't want to miss. Get ready to cheer on the Tar Heels in style—because when history calls, you answer.