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USC and Notre Dame to resume rivalry starting in 2030

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 8:15 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

USC and Notre Dame to resume rivalry starting in 2030

Summary

The USC Trojans and Notre Dame Fighting Irish will renew their historic football rivalry in 2030 after a four-year break. USC Athletic Director Jennifer Cohen emphasized the significance of this series for both teams and their fans. Notre Dame will visit USC's Coliseum in Week 1 of the 2030 season, with the Trojans traveling to South Bend the following year. The last matchup between the teams took place in 2022, and USC will aim for its first victory over Notre Dame since then. USC's upcoming 2026 season will feature nonconference games against San Jose State, Fresno State, and Nevada without a matchup against Notre Dame.

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By the Numbers

•USC and Notre Dame last met in 2022.
•The 2030 game marks Notre Dame's first visit to the Coliseum since 2024.
•Jennifer Cohen highlights the historical importance of the rivalry.
•USC's nonconference schedule for 2026 includes San Jose State, Fresno State, and Nevada.

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8:15 PMYahoo Sports — USC ADJennifer Cohen issues statement on Notre Dame rivalry

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Following the news that the Trojans and Irish will face off again beginning in 2030, USC Athletic Director Jennifer Cohen released a statement
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