USC and Notre Dame have officially agreed to a four‑year series that will restart their historic college football rivalry in the 2030 season. The partnership was confirmed by both schools and marks a rare non‑conference commitment between two of the sport’s most iconic programs.
The first clash will take place in Week 1 of the 2030 campaign at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, while the following year’s meeting is set for Week 1 of the 2031 season at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend. The 2032 and 2033 matchups will be announced later, with the expectation that they will fall within the opening weeks of those seasons.
A Renewed Rivalry
USC coach Lincoln Riley emphasized the cultural and competitive significance of the series, noting that the matchup carries weight beyond mere scheduling. "It’s a game that matters to both programs and to college football as a whole," Riley said, highlighting the deep‑rooted history that dates back to 1946.
The rivalry has persisted for decades, with the two schools meeting annually for much of that time. Their last encounter came in the 2020 season, a year disrupted by the pandemic, after which the series was paused. Notre Dame has held the upper hand recently, winning seven of the past eight meetings.
Beyond the marquee series, USC will also navigate a non‑conference slate that includes games against San Jose State, Fresno State and Louisiana this season. Meanwhile, Notre Dame reshuffled its own future schedule, replacing USC with Brigham Young on its 2026 calendar.
Looking Forward
While the exact dates for the 2032 and 2033 contests remain to be finalized, both schools have expressed confidence that the series will become a staple of early‑season college football. The agreement reflects a mutual desire to preserve a tradition that has captivated fans for generations, even as conference realignments and broadcast considerations continue to reshape the sport’s landscape.