ESPN in the Caribbean will present exclusive live coverage of the 2026 College Football Playoff Semifinals with two must-see matchups airing Thursday, January 8, and Friday, January 9.

The action begins Thursday with the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, as No. 6 Ole Miss faces No. 10 Miami in Glendale, Arizona. Ole Miss enters the game behind a high-powered offense and explosive quarterback play, while Miami’s stout defense and balanced attack aim to propel the Hurricanes to their first national title game appearance of the CFP era.

On Friday, top-ranked Indiana takes on No. 5 Oregon in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl from Atlanta, Georgia. Indiana’s undefeated season and dominant defense will be tested by Oregon’s fast-paced offense and big-play potential, setting the stage for a thrilling clash of styles.

Game coverage will be complemented with studio programming including College GameDay Buil by The Home Depot, the popular pregame show featuring expert analysis and commentary, and Field Pass with The Pat, offering an alternate viewing experience with Pat McAfee and special guests.

Both games will air live on ESPN with the alternate viewing experience on ESPN2. All the action will also available on ESPN on Disney+.

ESPN’s Schedule for College Football Playoff Semifinal:

Thurs 1/8/2026

6:00 PM  College GameDay Built by The Home Depot, ESPN, ESPN on Disney+
7:30 PM  College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl – Miami vs. Ole Miss, ESPN, ESPN on Disney+
7:30 PM Field Pass with The Pat McAfee Show: CFP Semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl– Miami vs. Ole Miss, ESPN2, ESPN on Disney+

Fri 1/9/2026

6:00 PM  College GameDay Built by The Home Depot, ESPN, ESPN on Disney+ 

7:30 PM  College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl – Oregon vs. Indiana, ESPN, ESPN on Disney+

7:30 PM Field Pass with The Pat McAfee Show: Semifinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl – Oregon vs. Indiana, ESPN2, ESPN on Disney+

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