Oklahoma hosted Alabama in its first home playoff game since 2019, aiming for a third straight win.

On Friday, December 19, 2025, the Oklahoma Sooners hosted Alabama in the first round of the College Football Playoff at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, marking Oklahoma’s first playoff appearance since 2019 and their first home playoff game. The high-stakes matchup, broadcast on KYFM 100.1 FM and nationally televised, drew fans from across the country, including families, alumni, and longtime supporters, many of whom traveled to Norman for tailgates, watch parties, and the electric atmosphere. Oklahoma, a slight favorite, aimed for a third consecutive win over Alabama in the past two years. The game highlighted the deep-rooted tradition and passion of Sooner Nation, with events in Ardmore, Tulsa, and Norman uniting fans in celebration of the team’s historic moment.