Mark your calendars, Badgers fans—the countdown to a massive Week 1 clash just got a whole lot clearer. While the college football season is still four months away, the Wisconsin Badgers have locked in the details for their highly anticipated season opener against Notre Dame.

It's been a while since Wisconsin's football program took over the hallowed turf of Lambeau Field, but Badgers fans haven't forgotten the electric two-point upset over No. 5 LSU back in the day. Now, they're hoping for a similar spark when they face the Fighting Irish on Sunday, September 6, at 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will air live on NBC and Peacock, giving the nation a prime-time look at this storied matchup.

There's a real buzz building, especially with Notre Dame potentially arriving in Green Bay as the preseason No. 1. That would be a monumental challenge for a Badgers squad coming off back-to-back losing seasons, but it's exactly the kind of stage that can define a new era under head coach Luke Fickell.

Last time Wisconsin played at the home of the Green Bay Packers, over 77,000 fans packed the stands for an unforgettable atmosphere. Sunday night college football games aren't the norm, but this is the ultimate way to kick off the 2026 season—one that comes with little expectation but plenty of promise.

So dust off your red and white gear, because this Week 1 showdown is shaping up to be a must-watch event. Whether you're cheering from the stands or your living room, it's time to get ready for some football under the Lambeau lights.