This will be the first time the state rivals have played each other since 2019, in what’s promising to be a high-energy season opener
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A Sunshine State rivalry helps to kick off the college football season this weekend, as the Florida Gators face off against the Miami Hurricanes today in Gainesville, Florida.
At a Glance: How to Watch Florida vs. Miami Online
- Stream: DirecTV Stream, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV
- TV Channel: ABC
- Date, Start Time: Saturday, August 31, 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT
While the two teams met annually from 1944 until 1987, this is the first time that the state rivals will be playing each other since 2019, in what’s promising to be a high-energy season opener.
Want to watch Florida vs. Miami on TV? The college football game airs live from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC. You can watch the Gators vs. Hurricanes on TV with any basic cable package, through your local ABC affiliate.
How to Stream Florida vs. Miami Online Free
Want to watch the Florida vs. Miami college football game online without cable? There are a few ways to stream the game live from home, including ways to watch for free.
1. Watch Florida vs. Miami on DirecTV Stream
One of the best ways to watch Florida vs. Miami online is through DirecTV Stream, a live TV streaming service which carries ABC as part of its channel lineup. DirecTV Stream has a five-day free trial that you can use to watch the Gators vs. Hurricanes game online for free.
2. Watch Florida vs. Miami on Fubo
Fubo is one of the best live TV streaming services for sports, and they’re currently offering a seven-day free trial that will let you livestream Florida vs. Miami football online free. Fubo’s free trial includes free DVR, so you can record the NCAA football game to watch a replay back on-demand later. Fubo lets you stream on multiple devices at once, so you can watch the Gators vs. Hurricanes on your phone, tablet, computer or smart TV (via the fuboTV app).
3. Watch Florida vs. Miami on Hulu + Live TV
The best bet for college football fans is Hulu + Live TV, which includes a live fee of ABC, ESPN and almost all of the cable channels showing college football this season. A bonus: a subscription to Hulu + Live TV also includes full access to ESPN+ for live sports, post-game highlights and analysis. You’ll also get a free subscription to Disney+.
Hulu + Live TV is one of the best values in streaming, at just $76.99/month but you can test out the service right now with a three-day free trial here. Use the free trial to livestream Miami vs. Florida football online free without cable.
Florida vs. Miami Odds, Predictions
The University of Florida vs. University of Miami game is one of the most-watched games whenever it’s played, owing to the proximity of the two schools and the fierce inter-state rivalry that has developed over the years.
While the Gators are unranked this season, the Hurricanes are ranked 19th in the latest AP standings and are the favorites to win today’s football game. The ‘Canes are also expected to compete for a College Football Playoff bid and the ACC title.
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