The 2026 college football season brings high expectations for Kalen DeBoer and his third-year roster. The Alabama Crimson Tide Football program prepares for a heavy slate of SEC opponents.
Seven matchups take place at Bryant-Denny Stadium this season. Fans need exact details to catch every snap of Alabama Football during this expanded conference format.
Here is the Alabama Football schedule 2026: opponents, date, time, TV channel and where to watch. Use this broadcast guide to plan your fall tailgates.
What channel is the Alabama football game on?
Most Alabama Football games air on ABC, ESPN, or the SEC Network. The Southeastern Conference’s exclusive broadcasting agreement guarantees that Disney-owned networks handle every television broadcast.
Specific channel assignments depend on kickoff times determined by network executives. Early season matchups are already locked into ABC slots, while later games are assigned closer to their dates.
Alabama Football Schedule 2026
The updated slate includes matchups against Georgia, Florida State, and a road trip to LSU. All broadcast windows are listed below in Eastern Time to track every major game.
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
| Saturday, Sep. 5 | East Carolina Pirates | 12:00 pm ET | ABC |
| Saturday, Sep. 12 | at Kentucky Wildcats | 3:30 pm ET | ABC |
| Saturday, Sep. 19 | Florida State Seminoles | 3:30pm ET | ABC |
| Saturday, Sep. 26 | South Carolina Gamecocks | 6:00-8:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 3 | at Mississippi State Bulldogs | 12:00-1:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 10 | Georgia Bulldogs | 6:00-8:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 17 | at Tennessee Volunteers | 3:30-8:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 24 | Texas A&M Aggies (HC) | 3:30-8:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 31 | OFF | – | – |
| Saturday, Nov. 7 | at LSU Tigers | 3:30-8:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Nov. 14 | at Vanderbilt Commodores | 12:00-1:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Nov. 21 | Chattanooga Mocs | 2:00 pm ET | SECN+ |
| Saturday, Nov. 28 | Auburn Tigers | 3:30-8:00 pm ET | TV TBA |
| Saturday, Dec. 5 | SEC Championship | 4:00 pm ET | ABC |
Where to watch Alabama football?
Cable and satellite subscribers can watch games live on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and the SEC Network. Check your local listings for exact channel numbers based on your specific television provider. Most sports packages include these national networks.
Fans preferring to stream the action have several reliable digital options. Services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and FuboTV carry the required SEC broadcasting networks. Active subscriptions grant instant access to weekend broadcasts.
Digital viewing requires a stable internet connection and compatible hardware. Access games directly through the official ESPN app by logging in with valid television provider credentials. The application is available on most smart televisions and mobile devices.
Certain matchups relegated to SECN+ require SEC Network access through a participating cable or streaming package. These exclusive digital broadcasts cannot be viewed on traditional terrestrial television channels. Check your account permissions well before kickoff.
Out-of-market fans without a large cable package might need dedicated streaming memberships. ESPN+ standalone subscriptions do not always grant access to primary SEC Network games. Verify your specific streaming tier to avoid unexpected weekend viewing blackouts.
Editorial Disclaimer: Game dates, kickoff times, and television network assignments remain subject to adjustment. Conference officials and network executives finalize exact broadcast windows as the regular season progresses. Check local programming guides on game day.
