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Virginia Football History
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UVA history
Virginia football's history includes Scott Stadium, landmark ACC seasons, and the annual Commonwealth Cup meeting with Virginia Tech.
UVA history
Scott Stadium since 1931
Scott Stadium opened in 1931 on the Charlottesville campus. Virginia Athletics' stadium history notes its long service and subsequent renovations, including its role in the Cavaliers' modern home schedule.
The 2026 slate begins with home games against NC State and Norfolk State. Syracuse, Duke, Cal, and North Carolina also visit Charlottesville later in the season.
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A modern ACC contender
Virginia reached the ACC Championship Game in 2025 and finished 11–3. That result provides context for Tony Elliott's 2026 team, without carrying its wins into the new season.
The Cavaliers' current schedule spans traditional ACC opponents and newer league matchups, including a trip to SMU. A neutral-site game against West Virginia was played in Charlotte.
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Commonwealth Cup finale
The regular-season finale at Virginia Tech on November 28 is the Commonwealth Cup rivalry. The schools' in-state series is one of Virginia's central football fixtures.
The schedule and stats pages list the game as upcoming until a result is confirmed; the history page preserves the broader program context.
FAQ
UVA history questions
When did Scott Stadium open?
Scott Stadium opened in 1931.
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