College football is returning to the Midwest as the Wisconsin Badgers take on the Western Michigan Broncos in their home opener today. The matchup is set to begin at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET on Friday, August 30, with coverage available on FS1 and streaming options for viewers.
Fans can catch the Wisconsin vs. WMU game live for free through platforms like Fubo (offering a free trial) or DirecTV Stream. Additional streaming options are also available.
A key player to watch is Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman, who had an impressive season last year, leading the nation with seven interceptions. His performance against Western Michigan will be closely monitored as the season starts.
Game Details:
– Date: Friday, August 30
– Kickoff Time: 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET (8 p.m. CT)
– Venue: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, Wisconsin
– Broadcast Channel: FOX Sports 1
For those seeking to stream the game online without cable, it is possible to watch for free with Fubo or DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers a cost-effective streaming plan for around $26 for the first month. Viewers with existing cable or satellite subscriptions can access the game on FOX Sports Live using their provider credentials.
To find the channel number for FOX Sports 1 in your area, use the respective channel finders for Comcast Xfinity, DIRECTV, Dish, Verizon Fios, Spectrum/Charter, or Optimum/Altice.
Betting Information:
– Moneyline: Wisconsin -2800, Western Michigan +1300
– Point Spread: Wisconsin -23.5, Western Michigan +23.5
– Over/Under: 56.5