Another North Carolina vs. TCU opener, this one in Ireland to open Belichick’s 2nd Heels season

The first annual North Carolina vs. TCU football opener will take place in Dublin, Ireland, on Saturday at noon EDT. This marks the beginning of Belichick's second season with the Heels.

The matchup will feature an annual subscription fee of $205.00 plus GST for one year. This fee is subject to automatic renewal at $233.00 plus GST every 52 weeks, which is a 10% discount off the regular annual price of $259.35. The offer is limited to new and qualified returning subscribers only, with the option to cancel at any time.

Both teams have had impressive seasons. North Carolina finished with a 4-8 record, suffering a 42-19 loss at N.C. State. TCU, on the other hand, had a 9-4 season, securing a 30-27 overtime victory over USC in the Alamo Bowl.

In terms of offensive production, TCU leads the way with an average of 421.5 yards per game, ranking 27th in the FBS. UNC, conversely, averages 288.8 yards per game, placing them 129th in the FBS.

Gio Lopez of TCU is the top passer with 1,747 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions, achieving a completion percentage of 65.1%. Josh Hoover from TCU is also a prolific passer, throwing for 3,472 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions, with a completion percentage of 65.9%.

For the offense, Eric McAlister from UNC has made an impact with 72 catches, 1,190 yards, and 10 touchdowns. Jordan Shipp of TCU has been a key receiver with 60 catches, 671 yards, and 6 touchdowns.

UNC will kick off its home opener against East Tennessee State on September 12th, while TCU will host Grambling State in a home game on the same date.