Ohio State vs. Notre Dame: Live Updates and Score for the College Football Playoff National Championship Game

Tue, Jan 21, 2025, 9:51 AM GMT+6

The stage is set for the national championship game.

The inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff has been narrowed down from 12 contenders to eight, then four, and now just two. Ohio State and Notre Dame will clash on Monday night with the championship on the line.

Ohio State is chasing its first title since the 2014 season, while Notre Dame aims to break a much longer drought—its last championship came in 1988 when the Irish capped a perfect 12-0 season with a Fiesta Bowl victory over West Virginia.

Matchup: Ohio State (13-2) vs. Notre Dame (14-1)
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | TV: ESPN | Line: Ohio State -8.5 | Total: 46.5

Notre Dame's strategy is clear: dominate on the ground. Controlling the clock and limiting Ohio State’s offensive opportunities will be key to their success. On the other side, Ohio State’s defense will aim to neutralize the Irish’s rushing attack and keep the ball in their own hands.

Another critical factor? Turnovers. Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard has thrown an interception in every playoff game so far, while Ohio State’s Will Howard has been prone to costly mistakes in their two losses this season. A single turnover could swing momentum and decide the game.

Stay tuned for live updates from Atlanta as the action unfolds.