College Football in Dublin: A Legacy of Tradition and Excitement
Kansas State and Iowa State will open the 2025 college football season in Dublin, Ireland, marking a rare collegiate game in the city. The history of college football in Dublin dates back to the Emerald Isle Classic, where Boston College defeated Army in front of a large crowd. Subsequent games featured teams like Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Holy Cross, Fordham, UMass, Rhode Island, Notre Dame, and Navy. Notre Dame also initiated the Shamrock Classic in Dublin, adding to the city's college football legacy. The return of college football to Dublin in recent years has seen matchups like Penn State vs. UCF, Georgia Tech vs. Boston College, and Notre Dame vs. Navy. Despite some games being relocated or canceled due to various reasons, the tradition of playing college football in Dublin continues to grow. The upcoming clash between Kansas State and Iowa State promises to be an exciting event, with both teams set to make history as the first ranked programs to meet in Dublin. Stay tuned for coverage of the game by GoPowercat and look forward to future matchups in Dublin, including North Carolina vs. TCU in 2026 and Pittsburgh vs. Wisconsin in 2027.