It was reported in July that the Michigan Wolverines were having “ongoing discussions” about kicking off their 2026 season in Frankfurt, Germany, against the Western Michigan Broncos. However, a decision has been made, and the Wolverines will be staying stateside to face Western Michigan. The Sept. 5 contest will be held at Michigan Stadium.

Michigan’s statement

“ ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The University of Michigan Athletic Department announced Wednesday (Nov. 5) that the 2026 opener against Western Michigan will be played at Michigan Stadium on Sept. 5, 2026. The Wolverines explored playing an international game in Frankfurt, Germany, on Aug. 29, but decided to keep the game in Ann Arbor.

“We did a thorough and exhaustive evaluation in relation to playing an international game,” said Warde M

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