The college-football season kicks off in Derby City when the Louisville Cardinals host in-state foe Eastern Kentucky at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on Aug. 30, 2025. The Saturday afternoon matchup marks the Cardinals’ first opportunity to showcase a revamped roster before a home crowd eager for another bowl-bound campaign.
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The Cardinals will look to set the tone early behind a dynamic offense and a defense built to stifle EKU’s aerial attack. With the season opener falling on Labor Day weekend, visitors can extend the trip to enjoy Louisville’s vibrant downtown, famous barbecue joints, and the historic Churchill Downs track.
Don’t miss the chance to be inside “the L&N” when the 2025 college-football season officially kicks off in Kentucky.
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