The College Football Playoff (CFP) for the 2025-26 season will feature an exciting 12-team format for its second consecutive year. The matchups and schedule details were officially announced on December 7, 2025.
2025-26 College Football Playoff Schedule
The playoff games will take place from December 19, 2025, to January 19, 2026. Key dates include:
- First Round: December 19-20, 2025
- Quarterfinals: December 31, 2025 – January 1, 2026
- Semifinals: January 8-9, 2026
- National Championship Game: January 19, 2026
Key Match Locations
The National Championship Game will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Other significant venues include:
- Fiesta Bowl: Glendale, Arizona – January 8, 2026
- Peach Bowl: Atlanta, Georgia – January 9, 2026
Breakdown of the Schedule
| Date | Event | Location | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 19 | First Round | Various | TBD |
| December 20 | First Round | Various | TBD |
| December 31 | Quarterfinals | Various | TBD |
| January 1 | Quarterfinals | Various | TBD |
| January 8 | Semifinals – Fiesta Bowl | Glendale, AZ | ESPN |
| January 9 | Semifinals – Peach Bowl | Atlanta, GA | ESPN |
| January 19 | National Championship | Miami Gardens, FL | ESPN |
The upcoming championship game will mark another highlight in the history of the College Football Playoff. Fans are eager to witness which teams will compete for the coveted title in 2026.
