Virginia won the most recent Gator Bowl, beating Missouri with a final score of 13–7.

Game overview

  • The 2025 Gator Bowl was played on December 27, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida.
  • The matchup featured the Virginia Cavaliers (ACC) versus the Missouri Tigers (SEC).

Final score and result

  • Virginia defeated Missouri 13–7 to claim the Gator Bowl trophy.
  • The win capped an 11–2 season for Virginia, noted as one of the best in program history.

Key moments

  • Missouri scored the first touchdown of the game on the opening drive to go up 7–0.
  • Virginia answered with a 42‑yard field goal, then took the lead with a long, 19‑play third‑quarter drive ending in a 2‑yard Harrison Waylee rushing touchdown.

Standout performers

  • Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris was named the game’s MVP , completing 25 of 38 passes for 198 yards with no interceptions.
  • Virginia kicker Will Bettridge hit field goals of 42 and 39 yards, providing the decisive points in the 13–7 victory.

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