Notre Dame at Michigan State

Saturday, September 20, 1986. Michigan State took the Megaphone Trophy from Notre Dame Share

Michigan State beat No. 20 Notre Dame 20–⁠15. It was their 46th meeting; after it, Notre Dame led the series 28–⁠17–⁠1 as played.

Away20Notre Dame5–⁠6 in 1986

HomeMichigan State6–⁠5 in 1986

FinalHigh 68°F, low 58°F, 0.02 in. of rainAttendance 79,895

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 56% to win. Michigan State pulled the upset. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Notre Dame leads 43–⁠28–⁠1; as played, 45–⁠28–⁠1 in 74 meetings, counting the 28 since this game.