Illinois vs Western Michigan
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2Western Michigan
Illinois leads the series.
| Season | Site | Result | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Illinois win | Champaign | W | 38-0 |
| 2016 | Western Michigan win | Champaign | L | 10-34 |
| 2012 | Illinois win | Champaign | W | 24-7 |
| 2011 | Illinois win | Champaign | W | 23-20 |
| 2008 | Western Michigan win | Kalamazoo | L | 17-23 |
| 2004 | Illinois win | Champaign | W | 30-27 |
| 1947 | Illinois win | Champaign | W | 60-14 |
The head-to-head series, every meeting on record since 1947.
The Illinois vs Western Michigan matchup page sets the two programs side by side, with kickoff and TV once a next meeting is on the schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the all-time record between Illinois and Western Michigan?
Illinois is 5-2 against Western Michigan across 7 meetings on record since 1947. Illinois leads the series.
When did Illinois last play Western Michigan?
They last met in 2025, a 38-0 win for Illinois.