Notre Dame men's basketball will begin the 2026-27 season with a game against Villanova in Rome, Italy. The matchup serves as the season opener for both programs and is part of an international series designed to showcase college basketball abroad.
The announcement was reported by Tom Noie of the South Bend Tribune on November 1, 2026. Details regarding the exact date, venue, and broader context of the trip were not included in the initial report.
