A historic series returns
Virginia’s athletic department has announced a home‑and‑home football agreement with Vanderbilt, scheduling games in 2028 and 2031 that will rekindle a rivalry that has been dormant for more than four decades.
The first contest will be played on September 16, 2028 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, before the series shifts to Charlottesville’s Scott Stadium in 2031, a date that will be announced later.
The agreement marks the first meeting between the two schools since 1975 and adds a new chapter to a series that dates back to 1895, when Virginia recorded a 6‑4 victory in the inaugural game.
Vanderbilt enters the matchup as the first SEC team to visit Scott Stadium since 2002, underscoring the significance of the series for both programs.
Virginia will also face non‑conference opponents Richmond and James Madison during the 2028 season, completing a slate that highlights the university’s commitment to diverse competition.
With a current all‑time record of 12‑7‑2 in favor of Vanderbilt, the upcoming games offer both teams a chance to reshape a historic narrative that has persisted for more than a century.