Where to watch UCLA vs. California today: Time, TV channel

The UCLA Bruins first football game of the 2026 season comes against the California Golden Bears at the California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, Calif. on Sept. 4.

Head coach Bob Chesney will reveal the new-look Bruins to the world as they battle against head coach Tosh Lupoi's Golden Bears. The Bruins still have some core pieces from last season like star quarterback Nico Iamalaeava, but Chesney brought plenty of star power with him from James Madison , which should be on full display.

What channel is UCLA vs. California on today?

UCLA vs California will broadcast nationally on ESPN in the first week of the 2025 college football season. Tom Hart and Roddy Jones will call the game from the booth at the California Memorial Stadium, with Quint Kessenich reporting from the sidelines. Streaming options for the game include FUBO , which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

The UCLA Bruins vs California Golden Bears game starts at 7:30 p.m. PT from the California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, Calif.

UCLA vs California predictions, picks, odds

Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday, Sept. 4

UCLA 27, California 24: It should be a close matchup, but Chesney's improved defense and new playmakers could bring the Bruins their first win of the season.

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