The Union Jack Classic is a series of neutral-site American football games featuring NCAA DivisionI FBS programs, played annually in London, England. The inaugural game took place on , at Wembley Stadium, matching the Kansas Jayhawks against the Arizona State Sun Devils in a Big12 Conference matchup, as part of a multi-year agreement to stage the event in London.
Background The Big12 has emphasized international expansion under commissioner Brett Yormark. Coverage of the Union Jack Classic described the London series as aligned with that effort, with additional Big12 matchups under discussion beyond 2026. Industry reporting also indicated that a presale window for each participating school's alumni and season-ticket holders was expected before general on-sale.
The Union Jack Classic was the first FBS game held in England and only the second college football game played in London; the first was the Imperial Bowl at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre on October16, 1988, in which Richmond defeated Boston University 20–17.
Games DateWinning teamScoreLosing teamVenueCityAttendanceSeptember 19, 2026Arizona StateKansasWembley StadiumLondon46,523
See also College football in Ireland List of college football games played outside the United States NFL International Series
References
External links Union Jack Classic at Kansas Athletics