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Gillette Stadium to host Navy-Notre Dame football game in 2026

Another storied college football rivalry is headed to Gillette Stadium. The home of the Patriots will host the Navy-Notre Dame game on Oct. 31, 2026, marking the first time in the 99-game series history that it will be played in New England.

“We are thrilled to host the 2026 Navy-Notre Dame Game and welcome these two historic programs and their passionate fanbases to Gillette Stadium for the first time in this storied, century-long rivalry,” said Patriots owner Robert Kraft in a statement. “We are honored that Navy has chosen Gillette Stadium and our region as the host for the 99th playing of this game steeped in tradition.