The 2026 New Haven Chargers football schedule is set. New Haven plays in the Northeast Conference and runs a 12-game season. The Chargers open August 28 vs Marist. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 New Haven Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: Northeast Conference (FCS)
- Home stadium: Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium, West Haven, CT
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 7
- Opener: August 28 vs Marist
- Finale: November 21 at Mercyhurst
2026 New Haven Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28 | vs Marist | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 5 | vs Stonehill | Home | NEC |
| Sept 12 | at South Dakota State | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | vs Brown | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 26 | at Merrimack | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 3 | at Austin Peay | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 17 | at Robert Morris | Away | NEC |
| Oct 24 | at Central Connecticut | Away | NEC |
| Oct 31 | vs Duquesne | Home | NEC |
| Nov 7 | vs LIU | Home | NEC |
| Nov 14 | at Wagner | Away | NEC |
| Nov 21 | at Mercyhurst | Away | NEC |
New Haven opens the season August 28 vs Marist and closes the regular season November 21 at Mercyhurst.
How the 2026 New Haven Season Sets Up
New Haven plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 non-conference dates and 7 Northeast Conference games. The Chargers play 5 home games, and 7 on the road.
New Haven, the Northeast Conference Race, and the FCS Playoffs
The Northeast Conference champion earns the league automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket, so the conference race doubles as a playoff race. Follow the standings on our 2026 Northeast Conference football schedule and standings page and print the field with the 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
How to Watch New Haven in 2026
New Haven games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks and regional outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed in the weeks before kickoff, so bookmark this page and check back as the matchups firm up.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does New Haven open the 2026 season?
New Haven opens the 2026 season August 28 vs Marist. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 at Mercyhurst.
How many games do the Chargers play in 2026?
New Haven plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 on the road, including 7 Northeast Conference games.
Does the Northeast Conference champion make the FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Northeast Conference champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket. Other Northeast Conference teams can also earn at-large selections in a strong year.
Is there a printable New Haven schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 New Haven schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch New Haven football in 2026?
New Haven games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks and regional outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed closer to gameday.
More 2026 FCS Coverage
Explore more: the 2026 Northeast Conference football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
