President Donald Trump will attend the No. 1 Texas vs. No. 14 Tennessee college football game on Saturday at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee, the White House confirmed on Tuesday.
The White House notified the University of Tennessee on Monday to assess security arrangements before finalizing the president’s attendance. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. ET, with ESPN’s College GameDay also scheduled to broadcast from Knoxville for the marquee matchup. Fans are advised to arrive early due to heightened security measures.
The game marks a high-stakes showdown between two top-ranked teams. Texas defeated UTSA 30-6 in Week 3, while Tennessee won 42-9 against Kennesaw State. For Texas quarterback Arch Manning, the game holds personal significance as he faces his uncle Peyton Manning’s alma mater. Manning has completed 61.5% of his passes for 661 yards, seven touchdowns, and two interceptions this season, including a 24-23 comeback victory over Ohio State in Week 2.
The Texas defense has allowed just 14 points per game this season, presenting a challenge for Manning and the Volunteers’ offense. Tennessee enters the game with a raucous home crowd advantage, adding to the intensity of the matchup.
Trump has attended multiple major sporting events during his presidency, including the College Football Playoff National Championship in January and the FIFA World Cup final in July. His attendance at college football games has been a recurring public appearance in recent months.
The White House has not provided additional details regarding Trump’s schedule beyond the game attendance.