Michigan State at Illinois

Saturday, September 25, 1999

No. 19 Michigan State beat Illinois 27–⁠10. It was their 37th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 19–⁠16–⁠2 as played.

Away19Michigan State10–⁠2 in 1999
27
HomeIllinois8–⁠4 in 1999
10

FinalHigh 88°F, low 47°FAttendance 52,417

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Michigan State 62% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 26–⁠21–⁠2; as played, 27–⁠21–⁠2 in 50 meetings, counting the 13 since this game.

Recent meetings
2026Illinois 38, Michigan State 37
2024Illinois 38, Michigan State 16
2022Michigan State 23, Illinois 15
2019Illinois 37, Michigan State 34
2016Illinois 31, Michigan State 27
2013Michigan State 42, Illinois 3

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