Norfolk State to play in ODU stadium opener

(STATS) - An all-Norfolk matchup is set for the opening of Old Dominion's renovated stadium in 2019. The Virginian-Pilot reported Monday that ODU will host

(STATS) - An all-Norfolk matchup is set for the opening of Old Dominion's renovated stadium in 2019.

The Virginian-Pilot reported Monday that ODU will host Norfolk State on Aug. 31, 2019 at Foreman Field, which is expected to undergo a $55 million rebuild and increase to 22,130 seats.

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ODU has won three previous meetings, most recently 24-10 a year ago.

ODU, a former FCS program, plays in Conference USA. Norfolk State is a MEAC member.