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Villanova, Notre Dame set for hoops doubleheader in Rome

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Villanova's basketball teams are set to open their season in Italy with a doubleheader against Notre Dame. The event, called the Eternal City Tip-Off, takes place in Rome on Sunday. Villanova coach Kevin Willard, familiar with Italy, is excited about the trip. The men's game will air on Fox, followed by the women's game on FS1. Pope Leo XIV, a Villanova alumnus, is expected to hold a private audience with the teams and fans.

The Wildcats will return to the U.S. on Monday, continuing their season with games against Holy Cross and La Salle.

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