Michigan State at Illinois

Saturday, October 20, 1990 Share

No. 8 Illinois beat No. 24 Michigan State 15–⁠13. It was their 30th meeting; after it, Illinois led the series 15–⁠13–⁠2 as played.

Away24Michigan State8–⁠3–⁠1 in 1990

Home8Illinois8–⁠4 in 1990

FinalHigh 68°F, low 36°FAttendance 70,398

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois 60% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 26–⁠21–⁠2; as played, 27–⁠21–⁠2 in 50 meetings, counting the 20 since this game.