The storied rivalry between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers reached another intense chapter as the 2025-2026 athletic season continues to showcase the dominance of the Tide. Following a thrilling football victory in late 2025, the focus now shifts to the hardwood as the two programs meet in a high-stakes SEC basketball showdown today, February 07 2026.
Football: Alabama Extends Iron Bowl Dominance
On November 29 2025, No. 10 Alabama secured a hard-fought 27-20 victory over Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium. The win marked Alabama’s sixth consecutive victory in the Iron Bowl series (2020-2025), the second-longest winning streak for the Crimson Tide in the history of the rivalry. The game was defined by a dramatic connection between quarterback Ty Simpson and wide receiver Isaiah Horton, who combined for three touchdowns to stave off an Auburn rally.
Auburn had managed to overcome a 17-point deficit to tie the game 20-20 in the fourth quarter following a rushing touchdown by Jeremiah Cobb. However, Alabama’s late-game execution proved superior, maintaining their lead in the all-time series, which now stands at 53–37–1 in favor of the Crimson Tide.
Basketball: Rivalry Ignites at Neville Arena
The attention of the Yellowhammer State turns to basketball today, February 07 2026, as Nate Oats leads the Alabama Crimson Tide into Neville Arena. Alabama currently holds a significant lead in the all-time men’s basketball series with 103 wins to Auburn’s 69. However, the Tigers have historically defended their home court well, boasting a 34-31 record against Alabama in Auburn.
Recent matchups have been highly competitive, with Auburn securing a 94-85 victory in their last meeting. Today’s game is expected to have major implications for the SEC standings and NCAA Tournament seeding as both programs remain ranked in the Top 25.
Iron Bowl by the Numbers
- All-Time Football Record: Alabama leads 53–37–1.
- Current Football Streak: Alabama, 6 wins (2020–2025).
- All-Time Basketball Record: Alabama leads 103–69.
- Last Football Meeting: Alabama 27, Auburn 20 (Nov 29 2025).
- Longest Football Win Streak: Alabama, 9 games (1973–1981).
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Season
While the basketball season is in full swing, Auburn football has already begun looking toward redemption. The Tigers’ 2026 football schedule is set, featuring a high-profile season opener against Baylor at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on September 5 2026. Alabama, under the leadership of Kalen DeBoer, continues to recruit at a high level as they aim to extend their Iron Bowl winning streak to seven games next November.