Minnesota at Illinois

Saturday, November 1, 1980 Share

Minnesota beat Illinois 21–⁠18. It was their 42nd meeting; after it, Minnesota led the series 24–⁠16–⁠2.

AwayMinnesota5–⁠6 in 1980

HomeIllinois3–⁠7–⁠1 in 1980

FinalHigh 53°F, low 36°FAttendance 51,202

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Minnesota 54% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Minnesota leads 41–⁠33–⁠3 in 77 meetings, counting the 35 since this game.