The USC Trojans took the stage at 2026 USC Football media day on Monday. The two will not be playing in 2026, but Riley made a huge announcement at USC media day, stating that the matchup is set to return in the future. USC and Notre Dame have played 96 times dating back to 1926. There's so much to love about this place: education, the history, coach Riley, the offense," Ashcraft said. " There's so much to love about this place: education, the history, coach Riley, the offense.