Notre Dame women's basketball faces Villanova in Rome | Live updates, score

For the second time in four seasons, Notre Dame women's basketball is starting its campaign overseas.

The 2026-27 edition begins in Rome, Italy , Sunday when the No. 13-ranked Fighting Irish play Villanova in the Eternal City Tip-Off. It is part of a doubleheader with the school's men's programs, who play the first game of the day at 9:30 a.m. ET. The women are scheduled to follow at noon ET.

Three seasons ago, Notre Dame began the 2023-24 campaign in Paris, France, losing to South Carolina. That was the first collegiate game for Irish star Hannah Hidalgo, who has gone on to become one of the top players in the sport since then. Now a senior, she hopes to lead Notre Dame to a second-consecutive Elite 8 appearance and beyond.

That journey starts in Rome, and the South Bend Tribune has you covered with all of today's action.

Follow along below for LIVE updates, highlights and analysis as Notre Dame and Villanova women's basketball face off in Rome!

How to watch Notre Dame women's basketball vs Villanova in Rome

The Notre Dame vs. Villanova women's basketball game will be aired nationally on Fox Sports One (FS1). Streaming options include Fubo or Sling.

The second half of this week's episode prepares you for both the men's and women's 2026-27 Notre Dame basketball seasons. The conversation starts around the 28:30 mark.

Notre Dame vs Villanova women's basketball live updates, highlights, scoring

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