Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, November 18, 1989 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 76–⁠14. It was their 34th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 25–⁠9 as played.

AwayNorthwestern0–⁠11 in 1989

HomeMichigan State8–⁠4 in 1989

FinalAttendance 64,817

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 91% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 27 since this game.

Recent meetings
2026	Northwestern 24, Michigan State 21
2021	Michigan State 38, Northwestern 21
2020	Michigan State 29, Northwestern 20
2019	Michigan State 31, Northwestern 10
2018	Northwestern 29, Michigan State 19
2017	Northwestern 39, Michigan State 31