The Big Showdown: Ohio State vs. Notre Dame
The college football season is wrapping up, and boy, has it been a wild ride! Only one game remains, and it’s the big one—the CFP Championship. This year, it’s a clash between two powerhouses: Ohio State and Notre Dame.
This season’s new 12-team playoff format was nothing short of thrilling. We saw everything from nail-biting overtime victories to total blowouts. The semifinals kept us on the edge of our seats until the very last second. But now, it’s down to these two teams, and only one will walk away as the champion.
For just the seventh time ever, the No. 8 Buckeyes will face off against the No. 7 Irish. The last time they met in 2023, it was a heart-stopper, with Ohio State emerging victorious. Will Notre Dame turn the tables this time and finish their magical season by taking down the giants?
Both teams are heading to Atlanta on fire, ready to battle it out on both offense and defense. They need to bring their A-game for all four quarters if they want that championship trophy.
Mark your calendars for January 20th. You don’t want to miss this epic showdown. Here’s how you can snag tickets to witness history live in Atlanta.
Get Your Tickets!
Tickets for this epic matchup between Ohio State and Notre Dame are up for grabs on StubHub.
- Prices start at $1,370 for 300-level seats.
- Club seats in the 200 and 100 levels, which offer prime sideline views, start at $3,267.
Whether you’re looking to splurge or find something within your budget, there’s a seat waiting for you.
Game Time!
The 2025 CFP Championship kicks off on Monday, January 20, at 7:30 p.m. ET. The action unfolds at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
The Road to the Championship
Here’s a quick look at how we got here:
First Round Highlights
- No. 7 Notre Dame 27, No. 10 Indiana 17 (South Bend, Ind.)
- No. 6 Penn State 38, No. 11 SMU 10 (State College, Pa.)
- No. 5 Texas 38, No. 12 Clemson 24 (Austin, Texas)
- No. 8 Ohio State 42, No. 9 Tennessee 17 (Columbus, Ohio)
Quarterfinals Thrills
- No. 6 Penn State 31, No. 3 Boise State 14 (Fiesta Bowl)
- No. 5 Texas 39, No. 4 Arizona State (2OT) (Peach Bowl)
- No. 8 Ohio State 41, No. 1 Oregon 21 (Rose Bowl)
- No. 7 Notre Dame 23, No. 2 Georgia 10 (Sugar Bowl)
Note: The Sugar Bowl was rescheduled due to a tragic event on New Year’s Day in New Orleans.
Semifinal Showdowns
- No. 7 Notre Dame 27, No. 6 Penn State 24 (Orange Bowl)
- No. 8 Ohio State 28, No. 5 Texas 14 (Cotton Bowl)
Championship Game
- Date: Mon., Jan. 20
- Teams: No. 7 Notre Dame vs. No. 8 Ohio State
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Ready for an unforgettable night? Grab those tickets, and let’s see who takes the crown!
