Indiana, Miami battle for college football national championship: What to know

Indiana, Miami battle for college football national championship: What to know

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The Indiana Hoosiers will face the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff national championship on Monday night. Indiana aims to finish the season undefeated, led by Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza. This marks a historic season for the Hoosiers, who have secured wins in the Rose Bowl and Peach Bowl. Miami, a program with five national championships, is seeking to end a long title drought. The Hurricanes reached the finals after defeating Texas A&M, Ohio State, and Ole Miss. The game will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. President Donald Trump is expected to attend the event, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The match will be broadcast on ESPN at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Originally by Fox Newson January 19, 2026
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