Louisville Cardinals Football opens its 2025 campaign against the James Madison Dukes on Friday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. inside L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. The non-conference clash pits an ACC contender against a fast-rising Sun Belt power, adding early-season intrigue for Derby City fans.
Tickets for the primetime kickoff are on sale now. You can purchase through the UofL ticket office, but ScoreBig offers seats for college showdowns with no hidden service fees, saving tailgaters money for concessions and parking.
Louisville returns a veteran backfield led by dual-threat quarterback Malik Cunningham Jr., while James Madison looks to spoil the Cards’ home opener behind a stingy defensive line. The matchup marks the programs’ first meeting, setting the stage for possible fireworks under the stadium’s new LED light show.
Located just south of downtown, L&N Stadium features 60,000 seats, edge-to-edge Wi-Fi and one of college football’s largest video boards. Arrive early for the Card March, when the team walks through a sea of red-clad faithful outside Gate 4.
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