2026 College Football Playoff Final: Schedule, TV Details, Venue Info
The 2026 College Football Playoff (CFP) Final is approaching, with key dates and matchups finalized. Fans will be eager to follow this year’s playoff schedule, leading to the championship game in Miami Gardens, Florida.
2026 College Football Playoff Schedule
The CFP will kick off the first round on December 19-20, followed by the quarterfinals on December 31 and January 1. The semifinal games will be held on January 8 and 9, with the championship occurring later in January.
Key Dates
- First Round: December 19-20, 2025
- Quarterfinals: December 31, 2025 – January 1, 2026
- Semifinals: January 8-9, 2026
- CFP National Championship: January 19, 2026
Championship Venue
Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, will host the CFP National Championship Game at 7:30 p.m. on January 19. The game will be broadcast on ESPN and available on WatchESPN.
Competing Teams
The journey to the championship game involves 12 qualified teams vying for the title. Each team’s seed, record, and past playoff performance are crucial metrics.
Participating Teams and Statistics
| Team | Seed | Record (Conference) | CFP Appearances | CFP Record | Titles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | 13-0 (9-0 Big Ten) | 2 | 0-1 | 0 |
| Ohio State | 2 | 12-1 (9-0 Big Ten) | 7 | 7-4 | 2 |
| Georgia | 3 | 12-1 (7-1 SEC) | 5 | 5-2 | 2 |
| Texas Tech | 4 | 12-1 (8-1 Big 12) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 |
| Oregon | 5 | 11-1 (8-1 Big Ten) | 3 | 1-2 | 1 |
| Ole Miss | 6 | 11-1 (7-1 SEC) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 |
| Texas A&M | 7 | 11-1 (7-1 SEC) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 |
| Oklahoma | 8 | 10-2 (6-2 SEC) | 5 | 0-4 | 0 |
| Alabama | 9 | 10-3 (7-1 SEC) | 9 | 9-5 | 3 |
| Miami (Fla.) | 10 | 10-2 (6-2 ACC) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 |
| Tulane | 11 | 11-2 (7-1 American) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 |
| James Madison | 12 | 12-1 (8-0 Sun Belt) | 1 | 0-0 | 0 |
As teams prepare for the upcoming playoffs, fans can expect intense competition leading up to the championship showdown in Miami Gardens. Stay tuned for updates and results on El-Balad for all the latest on the 2026 College Football Playoff Final.
