Cal vs. USC
Kevin Foote/Senior Staff
Cal fell, 27-9, in its first conference tilt against USC on Saturday. The final score belies the sloppy performances on both sides of the ball at the Trojans’ Coliseum in Los Angeles.
Football: Cal vs. USC
Watch a video with highlights from the Cal vs. USC football game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum as well as post game interviews with coaches and players. USC beat Cal 27-9.
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