# Notre Dame defeats Wisconsin in Lambeau Field opener > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/notre-dame-and-wisconsin-football-season-opener > Updated: 2026-09-07T23:00:00.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 7. No. 4 Notre Dame opened their season at Lambeau Field with a 41-13 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers. While the first half remained competitive with Notre Dame holding a narrow 13-10 lead, the Fighting Irish dominated the second half, outscoring Wisconsin 28-3. This victory extended Notre Dame’s undefeated streak in the Shamrock Series to an all-time record of 13-0. Quarterback CJ Carr threw two touchdown passes, and Aneyas Williams recorded 90 rushing yards and two touchdowns. To secure the win, Notre Dame made halftime adjustments to their offensive line, which helped limit Wisconsin to only three points in the second half. Despite the success, Notre Dame’s run game faced challenges, as several replacements failed to average five yards per carry. Wisconsin’s offense was led by quarterback Colton Joseph, who played all 61 offensive snaps, completing 19-of-30 passes for 217 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The Badgers struggled on the ground, recording only 67 total rushing yards, with running back Abu Sama leading the effort with 49 yards on 15 carries. Special teams provided a highlight when punter Sean West delivered a 69-yard punt that pinned Notre Dame inside their own one-yard line, though defensive lapses and turnovers ultimately hindered Wisconsin’s comeback attempt. Prior to the matchup, Notre Dame was considered a co-favorite for the 2027 College Football Playoff National Championship, sharing 7/1 odds with Oregon. The Shamrock Series game also provided a significant economic boost to the Green Bay area, with local businesses anticipating between $15 million and $20 million in impact. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: Notre Dame defeats Wisconsin 41-13 at Lambeau Field No. 4 Notre Dame defeated Wisconsin 41-13 at Lambeau Field to start the 2026 season, maintaining their perfect Shamrock Series record. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/notre-dame-defeats-wisconsin-41-13-at-lambeau-field-1 ### 2026-09-07: College football Week 1: Notre Dame and USC secure decisive wins Notre Dame secured a 41-13 win over Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, while USC's defense impressed with a shutout against Fresno State to open the 2026 college football season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/college-football-week-1-notre-dame-and-usc-secure-decisive-wins ### 2026-09-05: Notre Dame defeats Wisconsin 41-13 at Lambeau Field No. 4 Notre Dame defeated Wisconsin 41-13 at Lambeau Field, pulling away in the second half after a competitive start to secure a dominant season-opening victory. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/notre-dame-to-face-wisconsin-at-lambeau-field-to-open-2026-season ### 2026-09-05: Notre Dame rises as 2027 CFP favorite ahead of Wisconsin matchup Notre Dame has become a co-favorite for the 2027 College Football Playoff title and enters a Week 1 matchup against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field as a heavy 20.5-point favorite. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/notre-dame-rises-as-2027-cfp-favorite-ahead-of-wisconsin-matchup ### 2026-09-03: Notre Dame to face Wisconsin at Lambeau Field No. 4 Notre Dame faces the Wisconsin Badgers in their 2026 season opener at Lambeau Field on September 6. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/notre-dame-to-face-wisconsin-at-lambeau-field ### 2026-09-01: Notre Dame faces Wisconsin at Lambeau Field in season opener No. 4 Notre Dame faces the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field on September 6 to kick off the season, with the Fighting Irish entering as heavy favorites. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/notre-dame-prepares-for-wisconsin-matchup-at-lambeau-field ### 2026-08-31: Notre Dame and Wisconsin prepare for season opener amid roster uncertainty Notre Dame and Wisconsin head into their season opener with differing levels of roster clarity, as Wisconsin declines to release a depth chart and Notre Dame maintains several undecided positions. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/notre-dame-and-wisconsin-prepare-for-season-opener-amid-roster-uncertainty --- Cite as: Notre Dame defeats Wisconsin in Lambeau Field opener. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/notre-dame-and-wisconsin-football-season-opener