Illinois to Host Maryland in Military Appreciation Game Nov. 15 at 2:30 p.m. on FS1

Fighting Illini honor service members in final stretch of regular season; limited tickets remain.

By Elizabeth Hess November 3, 2025 2:06 pm

Metro ServicesFans attending the game at Gies Memorial Stadium can expect special tributes honoring members of the U.S. Armed Forces throughout the day.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The University of Illinois football team will host Maryland on Saturday, November 15, in its annual Military Appreciation Game, with kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. Central Time on FS1, the Big Ten Conference announced Monday.

The matchup marks Illinois’ final two-game homestand of the regular season, as the Fighting Illini look to continue their postseason push following a strong home record this fall.

Fans attending the game at Gies Memorial Stadium can expect special tributes honoring members of the U.S. Armed Forces throughout the day. Limited tickets remain for both the Maryland game and the season finale against Northwestern on November 29.

For tickets and additional game-day information, visit FightingIllini.com.