Witness the Battle for Military Football Supremacy
Series History and Traditions
Since 1890, the Army-Navy rivalry has been a cornerstone of military football. The first matchup on November 29, 1890, saw the Midshipmen emerge victorious with a 24-0 score in West Point. However, the following season, Army turned the tables and won 32-16 in Annapolis. Over the years, this annual event has become a tradition, with the game typically held in Philadelphia. But this season, it will take place at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland, the home of the Washington Commanders. The two teams also faced off at this site, then-known as FedEx Field, in 2011. And the future holds more exciting venues - the game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore in 2025, MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey in 2026, and Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia in 2027.
Navy currently leads the series with 62 wins, 55 losses, and 7 ties. Army's last win came in 2023 with a 17-11 victory in Foxborough. Navy's last win was in 2021 with a 17-13 score in East Rutherford. Army has won six of the previous 10 matchups, with the Black Knights having won the last two games, including a 17-11 win last season. Their longest win streak in the series was five between 1927 and 1933. Navy, on the other hand, had a more dominant stretch, winning 14 in a row between 2002 and 2015. Army's biggest win was a 38-0 victory in 1949, while Navy's most significant win was a 51-0 victory in 1973.
Recent Football Games and Key Moments
In the 10 most recent games between Army and Navy, we have witnessed some thrilling battles. On December 9, 2023, in Foxborough, Massachusetts, Army emerged victorious with a 17-11 score. The previous year, on December 10, 2022, in Philadelphia, Army won 20-17. In 2021, Navy claimed the win with a 17-13 score in East Rutherford. In 2020, Army shut out Navy with a 15-0 victory in West Point. In 2019, Navy dominated with a 31-7 score in Philadelphia. In 2018, Army won 17-10 in Philadelphia. In 2017, it was a close 14-13 win for Army. In 2016, Army won 21-17 in Baltimore. In 2015, Navy prevailed with a 21-17 score in Philadelphia. And in 2014, Navy won 17-10 in Baltimore.
These recent games have shown the intense competition and the passion that both teams bring to the field. Each game has had its own unique story and moments that have left fans on the edge of their seats. As we approach Saturday's game, the anticipation is palpable, and both teams are ready to give their all for the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy.
Today's Battle and the Quest for the Trophy
The stage is set for Saturday's standalone college football game at 3 p.m. ET at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. The Black Knights are looking to keep their hold on the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy, having won it last season. Navy, on the other hand, will be determined to regain the trophy and end Army's winning streak.
This game is not just about winning or losing; it's about the pride and tradition of the military academies. The players represent not only their teams but also their respective branches of the military. The battle on the field is a reflection of the values and spirit that these institutions instill in their students. It's a fight for supremacy that goes beyond the scoreboard.