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Brian Dillon & Anita McSorley

American Football in Aviva: Thousands to enjoy showcase as college titans travel for Ireland clash

Thousands of American Football fans are set to descend on Dublin’s Aviva Stadium this weekend for the Aer Lingus College Football Classic.

On Saturday evening the Northwestern Wildcats will take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers, marking the first time either of these two titans of college football have ever played in Ireland.

Attendees can expect the full American Football gameday experience, with both teams bringing their cheer squad and marching bands with them.

READ MORE: What to expect as American football comes to Dublin's Aviva this weekend

There are a number of things that are good to know before heading along to the game.

Here's everything you need to know about the American Football match at the Aviva Stadium this weekend.

When is the American Football happening at the Aviva Stadium?

This year’s Aer Lingus College Football Classic will take place on Saturday, August 27 at Dublin's Aviva Stadium, with the game getting underway at 5.30pm.

Which American Football teams are playing at the Aviva Stadium?

The game on Saturday, August 27 sees the Northwestern Wildcats take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

This will be the first time that either of the two beasts of college football have ever played in Ireland.

What to expect from the American Football match at the Aviva Stadium

As well as the college football action at the Aviva Stadium, there will be a halftime show, tailgates and more extras synonymous with American college football.

How much are tickets to the American Football game at the Aviva?

Tickets for the Northwestern Wildcats vs Nebraska Cornhuskers game at Dublin's Aviva Stadium start at €60 and go up as far as €225.

All tickets are available to purchase through Ticketmaster.ie.

How to get to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Public transport is by far the best way to get to the Aviva Stadium, Dublin Live reports.

The DART leaves you right beside the stadium at the Lansdowne Road stop. Meanwhile, Dublin Bus routes that take you near the venue include the number 4, 7, 7A, 38, 38A, 39 and 39A

The Aviva Stadium takes around 40 minutes to get to by foot from O'Connell Street and around 30 minutes from St Stephen's Green.

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