The 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic kicks off Saturday with No. 22 Iowa State and No. 17 Kansas State facing off against each other in Dublin, Ireland. The two Big 12 rivals aim to make a strong start to the season and gain an edge in conference standings.
Iowa State finished last season as runners-up in the Big 12 title game, where they lost to Arizona State. The Cyclones will look to bounce back from their previous loss and make a statement in this high-profile matchup.
The 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic takes place on August 23rd at noon ET at Aviva Stadium. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN or watch it live through the game’s streaming hub. The event marks the third consecutive year that college football is being played abroad, with previous winners including Georgia Tech and Notre Dame.
The matchup between Iowa State and Kansas State will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. With the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic already in the books, featuring North Carolina and TCU on August 29th, this game sets the tone for the upcoming season. For more college football news and analysis, visit ESPN’s college football hub page.
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