CORAL GABLES, Fla. — It’s Canes vs. Gators rivalry day, and fans -- some of whom lined up since Friday night in Coral Gables -- were already rooting for their teams before the Saturday night game in Miami Gardens.

Some fans drove all the way from Gainesville to participate in ESPN College GameDay at the University of Miami’s Lakeside Patio before the game at 7:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Stadium.

Game preview: No. 4 Miami hosts rival Florida in high-stakes showdown at Hard Rock Stadium

Fans showed how fired up they were for their teams. The countdown to GameDay started at 8:20 a.m., and The Home Depot Hype Hat, a room packed with lights and music, was open.

Here is the UM vs. UF GameDay weather forecast

WEATHER FORECAST: Although there’s a chance for a shower or storm for tailgaters this evening, the weather for the big game looks warm and dry for that kickoff.

GAME HISTORY: Did you know?

The Miami Orange Bowl was demolished in 2008.

The Gators’ inaugural football season was in 1906
The Canes’ inaugural football season was in 1926
The teams’ first game was on Oct. 15, 1938, in Gainesville. Miami won 19-7.
The teams played again on Nov. 27, 1971, at the old Miami Orange Bowl in Little Havana. Florida won 45-16.

It’s Canes vs. Gators rivalry day! Fans celebrate College GameDay in Coral Gables

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