- October 3, 2026
- Updated 7:49 am
President Trump’s Attendance at Alabama vs. Georgia Football Game
President Donald Trump announced on Friday his intention to attend the upcoming college football game between No. 7 Alabama and No. 2 Georgia. Trump shared this update during a campaign rally at the University of South Alabama in Mobile. The game is scheduled to take place at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 10.
Both Alabama and Georgia are entering this matchup undefeated, each considered strong contenders for the national championship. The game will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ABC.
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President Trump and First Lady Melania previously attended the Alabama vs. LSU game on November 9, 2019, at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama and Georgia faced each other twice last season. The Crimson Tide secured a 24-21 victory in Athens during the regular season, while Georgia claimed a 28-7 win in the SEC Championship Game under coach Kirby Smart. This marked Smart’s second win against Alabama in nine tries.
Trump’s presence will mark his third visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium. His previous visits included Alabama’s narrow 46-41 defeat to LSU in 2019 and his commencement address at the University of Alabama in May 2025.
During his second term, Trump has regularly attended major sporting events. His Alabama visit follows his appearance at the Texas vs. Tennessee game, where a dramatic flyover by Air Force One occurred. Additionally, he was present at the College Football Playoff National Championship in January, an NBA Finals game in June, and the FIFA World Cup final in July.
Trump made history as the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl. His widespread sporting engagements include the Daytona 500, U.S. Open men’s final, the Ryder Cup, the Army-Navy game, and several UFC events.
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