Alabama, Oklahoma Set for High-Stakes Rematch NORMAN, Okla. (Interstat) — A late-season rematch with playoff implications awaits when the Alabama Crimson Tide visits the Oklahoma Sooners on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Both teams enter with 10-win records, but momentum diverges. Alabama (10-3) seeks to rebound from a deflating 28-7 loss to Georgia in its previous outing. Oklahoma (10-2) arrives with a four-game winning streak, including a gritty 17-13 victory over LSU last time out. The matchup is a quick turnaround from their meeting just over a month ago, when the Sooners edged the Crimson Tide 23-21 in Tuscaloosa on Nov. 15. That result adds a layer of revenge for the visiting Tide. Alabama’s fortunes hinge on quarterback Ty Simpson regaining his form. After accounting for three touchdowns in a win over Auburn, Simpson was held to 212 yards and one touchdown on 19-of-39 passing in the loss to Georgia. His consistency against a stout Oklahoma defense will be critical. The Sooners counter with their own dual-threat quarterback, John Mateer, who passed for 318 yards and two touchdowns while adding 27 rushing yards in the win over LSU. Oklahoma’s defense has been formidable during its streak, allowing an average of just 12.5 points over the last four games. Despite Oklahoma’s higher ranking and home-field advantage, Alabama is a narrow 1.5-point favorite according to sportsbooks, suggesting a toss-up. The total points over/under is set at 40.5, indicating expectations for a defensive struggle. National Statistical’s game simulator predicts another nail-biter, forecasting a 24-23 Oklahoma victory. The game carries significant weight for New Year’s Six bowl positioning. An Oklahoma win would bolster its case for a premier spot, while Alabama aims to salvage a top-tier finish after its SEC championship game setback. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. CST. The game will be televised nationally on ABC.