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2026 Final Four: What you need to know for Arizona-Michigan and UConn-Illinois men's semifinal games

By Nick BrombergYahoo Sports

UConn and Illinois meet in one semifinal while Michigan and Arizona meet in the other.

The biggest college basketball tournament is here, bringing plenty of excitement and storylines. Will we see Cinderellas pull upsets, or will the bluebloods keep their grip on the tournament? With the power of a reliable connection always important during a successful tournament run, we’re keeping you connected to the can’t-miss headlines and standout moments from every round.

The Final Four is upon us. The last four teams standing in the 2026 men’s NCAA tournament are all among the top 12 seeds. On one side of the bracket, UConn looks to win its third national title in four seasons while Illinois is in search of the school’s first national championship.

On the other side, Arizona and Michigan meet as the lone top seeds remaining in the tournament in one of the most-anticipated semifinal games in recent years . If both the Illini and Wolverines win, the Big Ten will be guaranteed its first men’s basketball national title in 25 years. Here’s what you need to know for Saturday’s Final Four games .

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