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Virginia returns to Scott Stadium for Saturday’s Delaware game

The Cavaliers enter the September 26 matchup 2–1, with kickoff scheduled for 6 p.m.

By The Virginian News · Published September 25, 2026

Virginia football returns to Charlottesville on September 26 to face Delaware at Scott Stadium. Both teams enter the matchup 2–1, according to UVA's game preview, and kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. on ACC Network and the Virginia Sports Radio Network.

It is the teams' first meeting and Virginia's final nonconference game of the regular season. The Cavaliers are coming off a 38–27 loss to West Virginia in Charlotte.

Plan the trip as well as the game

UVA identifies the matchup as its annual UVA Strong game. Fans attending should consult the official game page, which links to mobile-ticketing instructions, parking information and the stadium map.

The announcement lists value-section tickets starting at $18, subject to availability. Check the ticketing page for the actual seats and prices available when booking.

For readers following from home, confirm the broadcast through the team's season schedule. Virginia's next scheduled opponent is Florida State on October 3, beginning its remaining run of ACC games.