Illinois at Michigan State

Saturday, October 21, 1989 Share

No. 13 Illinois beat Michigan State 14–⁠10. It was their 29th meeting; after it, Illinois led the series 14–⁠13–⁠2 as played.

Away13Illinois10–⁠2 in 1989

HomeMichigan State8–⁠4 in 1989

FinalHigh 39°F, low 32°F, 0.16 in. of rainAttendance 76,216

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 62% to win. Illinois won as Elo’s underdog.

Officially, Michigan State leads 26–⁠21–⁠2; as played, 27–⁠21–⁠2 in 50 meetings, counting the 21 since this game.