Good evening all, I’m delighted to say the day is officially upon us.

We are about four hours out from the 2024 Battle for Los Angeles – where UCLA football will take on USC in this year’s crosstown showdown. It’s tough to overstate what tonight means for the city of LA, both programs and both fanbases.

We’ve got a full crew out here at the Rose Bowl press box, and are getting all set before the 7:30 p.m. kickoff. Fans are still out tailgating in Pasadena, or making their way over, but we’re pretty certain that we are set for a rip-roaring affair between the Bruins and the Trojans.

All the coverage and updates you need will be here all night long. No matter where you’re tuned in from, we hope you enjoy tonight’s action.

(Barnett Salle-Widelock/Daily Bruin senior staff)