Want to Watch 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic – Kansas State vs. Iowa State Live in Dublin?

Gear up for an international kickoff like no other! The 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic brings the epic Kansas State Wildcats vs. Iowa State Cyclones rivalry to Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland on Saturday, August 23. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. local Dublin time).New York PostSIWide Right & Natty Lite

Game Highlights

• Who: No. 17 Kansas State vs. No. 22 Iowa State — two Big 12 powerhouses meet in field stateside.

• Rivalry: Known as "Farmageddon," this matchup carries deep history, with Iowa State holding a slight recent edge, winning four of the last five meetings.

• Stakes: Early season bragging rights and a statement victory to kick off the 2025 season.

How to Watch — Nestle Into the Action

• TV: Broadcast live on ESPN.New York

• Streaming Options:

  • WatchESPN / ESPN App — Access via your TV provider login.

  • Sling TV — The Sling Orange package offers ESPN channels around $45.99/month. Great flexibility with day and weekend passes ranging $4.99–$14.99.New York Post

  • YouTube TV, Fubo — Streaming platforms where the game will also be available live

Thursday Previews & Programming

ESPN is rolling out a robust college football build-up too:

• A special two-hour College Football Countdown will air Saturday morning (10 a.m.–12 p.m. ET), featuring commentary and insights from analysts like Sam Acho and Pete Thamel, with live check-ins from Aviva Stadium.ESPN Press Room U.S.

Why It Matters

This Week 0 showdown gives both teams a unique stage to set the tone for their season. With a neutral-site atmosphere in Dublin and conference implications on the line, it’s a perfect blend of pageantry, passion, and football pride.

In summary:

• What: Kansas State vs. Iowa State for the 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic

• When: Saturday, August 23, kickoff at 12:00 p.m. ET

• Where to Watch: ESPN on TV or streaming via ESPN platforms, Sling TV, YouTube TV, Fubo