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Villanova and Notre Dame Basketball Teams to Play in Rome with Pope

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Next season, the Villanova and Notre Dame men's and women's basketball teams will travel to Rome for a historic doubleheader on November 1, celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV, a Villanova alumnus. The men's game is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. ET, followed by the women's game at noon ET, with broadcast on Fox and FS1, respectively. The teams are expected to meet with the Pope and participate in a shared Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica. This event highlights the universities' Catholic missions and the significance of Pope Leo XIV's election in May 2025, marking a unique intersection of sports and faith.

Key Details: • Doubleheader games on November 1, 2025. • Men's game at 9:30 a.m. ET, women's game at noon ET. • Broadcast on Fox for men's game and FS1 for women's game. • Audience with the Pope and Mass at St. Peter's Basilica planned.

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