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Notre Dame vs. Louisville Livestream: Where to Watch the Football Game for Free

The Fighting Irish take on the Cardinals in an electrifying Saturday night matchup

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October 6, 2023

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SOUTH BEND, IN - SEPTEMBER 23: Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Sam Hartman (10) leads a huddle on the field in action during a football game between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 23, 2023 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Sam Hartman (10) leads a huddle on the field in action during a football game between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 23, 2023 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN. Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire/Getty Images

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It’s going to be an electrifying Saturday night in Louisville as the Cardinals return home for a primetime ranked matchup against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Both teams come into the week ranked in the AP Top 25 with Notre Dame checking in at Number 10 and Louisville at Number 25. The Cardinals find themselves ranked in the top 25 for just the first time since 2020.

Saturday’s game is loaded with significance as Louisville looks to maintain their perfect season and hold their position atop the ACC conference. Meanwhile, Notre Dame is facing a must-win situation, knowing that a victory is crucial to keeping their College Football Playoff aspirations alive.

Here’s how fans can catch Notre Dame vs. Louisville without cable on Saturday. The answer: Stream it on DirecTV Stream, fuboTV, Sling, or Hulu + Live TV.

Where to Watch Notre Dame vs. Louisville Online Without Cable

Notre Dame vs. Louisville matchup is set to air on ABC, and if you’ve cut the cord, you can livestream the game a few different ways, so long as ABC is offered where you live. (Regional restrictions sometimes apply, so we recommend double-checking before signing up for any trials.)

Stream Notre Dame vs. Louisville on DirecTV Stream

For those seeking the ultimate college football streaming experience, DirecTV Stream takes the crown as our top recommendation. Depending on where you live, the Entertainment package includes ABC access and over 75 other channels you can watch. The cherry on top is the five-day trial period available with all subscriptions so you can watch Notre Dame vs. Louisville free on Saturday. The monthly Entertainment package costs $74.99 after your trial’s over.

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Stream Notre Dame vs. Louisville on fuboTV

fuboTV is another way to livestream sports without cable, including the Notre Dame vs. Louisville game this weekend. The standard Pro plan includes a 24-hour free trial, then costs you $74.99 per month. This package includes ABC and grants subscribers access to a lineup of over 170 other channels.

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Stream Notre Dame vs. Louisville on Sling

If you’re planning to stick with your live TV streaming service beyond the trial period, Sling Blue is one of our favorite streaming services to try. It starts at a mere $45 per month, and to sweeten the deal, your first month comes at a 50% discount, bringing the price down to a mere $22.50 a month. It includes ABC and other local channels, so you can watch the Notre Dame vs. Louisville game even if you’ve cut the cord.

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Stream Notre Dame vs. Louisville on Hulu + Live TV

One of our top streaming recommendations for watching sports is Hulu + Live TV. The $69.99 monthly subscription gets you access to upwards of 85 live channels (including ABC) to watch the Notre Dame game, as well as Hulu’s complete on-demand library of content, from The Kardashians to The Golden Bachelor. Hulu currently has a promotion that gets you the first three months of streaming for $49.99 per month — a $60 savings.

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How to Stream Notre Dame vs. Louisville for Free

To livestream the Notre Dame vs. Louisville game without spending a dime, you can try DirecTV Stream and fuboTV’s free trial offers. DirecTV Stream has a five-day free trial, while fuboTV includes a one-day trial. Both start at $74.99 per month after that.

When is Notre Dame vs. Louisville? Game Date and Time

Notre Dame vs. Louisville is set to take place on Saturday, Oct. 7, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT.

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Notre Dame vs. Louisville Odds

Since their last matchup in 2020, which saw the Fighting Irish secure a 12-7 victory in a game defined by strong defensive performances, both teams have undergone substantial changes going into this weekend’s game.

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The most notable shift has taken place in the coaching department, with Marcus Freeman now leading the Irish, and Jeff Brohm taking the helm for the Cardinals. Currently, the Fighting Irish are guided by senior quarterback Sam Hartman, who currently boasts the nation’s best TD-to-INT ratio. Louisville, meanwhile brings a balanced attack to the table for Saturday’s matchup, led by quarterback Jack Plummer and running back Jawhar Jordan. Historically, the Fighting Irish hold a 2-1 record against the Cardinals, with their initial meeting dating back to 2014.

This Saturday’s game presents an enticing opportunity for Louisville to level the all-time series and keep their flawless season intact, although it’s safe to say that Notre Dame and company have different plans in mind. At present, oddsmakers are favoring the visiting Irish, with Notre Dame as the -245 favorite over Louisville at +200.

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