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Florida International opens its 2026 season Saturday with an in-state road test against South Florida at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, with kickoff set for 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+. The Bulls hold a 2-0 advantage in the all-time series, but this will be the first meeting between the programs since 2008.
Dec 17, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; South Florida Bulls running back Sam Franklin (4) runs the ball against the Old Dominion Monarchs in the second quarter during the Cure Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
How to Watch Florida International vs South Florida
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Channel: ESPN+
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The Panthers begin their second season under head coach Willie Simmons after making significant progress in 2025. FIU finished 7-6, recorded its most overall and Conference USA wins since 2018, and reached a bowl game for the first time since 2019. The Panthers also closed the regular season on a four-game winning streak, giving Simmons and his program something to build on entering 2026.
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South Florida will also be opening its season, with Brian Hartline making his debut as the Bulls’ head coach. USF is coming off a 2025 campaign that included eight victories and will begin a new era during its final season playing home games at Raymond James Stadium before moving into its on-campus stadium in 2027. Saturday’s all-Florida matchup gives both programs an immediate opportunity to set the tone for their new campaigns.
This is a great college football matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.
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