Notre Dame, Villanova men's basketball start season in Rome | Live updates, score

Notre Dame and Villanova men's basketball teams opened the 2026-27 season with a game played in Rome, Italy on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The matchup was covered with live scoring updates, highlights, and analysis by reporters Austin Hough and Tom Noie of the South Bend Tribune. The event was described as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for both programs.