North Carolina Central vs. Southern University: Where to stream college football for free

The annual Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off in Atlanta on Saturday night, pitting the North Carolina Central Eagles against the Southern University Jaguars.

The Jaguars have been picked to finish first in the SWAC Western Division this season after going 8-5 overall in 2024.

They went 7-1 in league play and fell to Jackson State in the SWAC championship game.

NCCU is 47-51-1 all-time in season openers and 4-1 under Trei Oliver.

The Eagles have won their last four season openers, including last years 31-24 victory over Alabama State.

The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m.

ET and will be broadcast on ABC.

Fans looking to watch this college football game can do so for free by using DirecTV Stream , which offers a free trial, or FuboTV, which also offers a free trial as well as up to $25 off your first month.

Paramount+ also offers a free trial.

SlingTV doesnt offer a free trial but has promotional offers available for streaming the game.

Max has movies, original series, live sports and more and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for $16.99 a month.

You can stream ESPN+ on your phone, tablet, smart TV or gaming console for $11.99/month or bundle with Disney+ and Hulu for just $16.99 per month.

Who: North Carolina Central vs.

Southern University When: 7:30 p.m.

ET, Aug.

23, 2025 Where: Center Parc Stadium, Atlanta Stream: DirecTV (free trial) ; FuboTV (free trial) ; Paramount+ (free trial) ; SlingTV ; ESPN+ ; Peacock ; Max Betting: Check out our MA sports betting guide , where you can learn basic terminology, definitions and how to read odds for those interested in learning how to bet in Massachusetts.

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