The finalists for Super Bowl 2025 have been decided, and it’s a matchup football fans have seen before. The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles will battle for the championship, echoing their memorable clash in 2023. As excitement mounts, let’s take a journey through the last 10 Super Bowls to revisit the triumphs, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments that have defined the NFL’s biggest stage.
Super Bowl XLIX (2015): Patriots vs. Seahawks
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Result: New England Patriots 28, Seattle Seahawks 24 This game is etched in history for its thrilling finish. The Patriots staged a fourth-quarter comeback, but the Seahawks were just one yard away from a championship-winning touchdown. Instead of running the ball with Marshawn Lynch, a pass play was called, leading to Malcolm Butler’s iconic goal-line interception that sealed the victory for New England.
Super Bowl 50 (2016): Broncos vs. Panthers
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Result: Denver Broncos 24, Carolina Panthers 10 Peyton Manning ended his illustrious career on a high note, leading the Broncos to victory in a defense-dominated game. Von Miller’s relentless pass rush earned him MVP honors as Denver overwhelmed the Panthers’ potent offense, led by league MVP Cam Newton.
Result: New England Patriots 34, Atlanta Falcons 28 (OT) Known as one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, the Patriots erased a 28-3 deficit to defeat the Falcons in the first Super Bowl to go into overtime. Tom Brady delivered a masterclass, solidifying his legacy with his fifth championship ring.
Super Bowl LII (2018): Eagles vs. Patriots
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Result: Philadelphia Eagles 41, New England Patriots 33 The Eagles claimed their first-ever Super Bowl title in a high-scoring thriller. Nick Foles delivered a remarkable performance, famously catching a touchdown pass in the “Philly Special” trick play, earning him MVP honors.
Super Bowl LIII (2019): Patriots vs. Rams
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Result: New England Patriots 13, Los Angeles Rams 3 Defense reigned supreme in this low-scoring affair. The Patriots’ experience shone through as they secured their sixth Super Bowl title under Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, tying them with the Steelers for the most championships by a franchise.
Super Bowl LIV (2020): Chiefs vs. 49ers
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Result: Kansas City Chiefs 31, San Francisco 49ers 20 Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to their first Super Bowl victory in 50 years with a fourth-quarter surge. The game marked the beginning of Kansas City’s modern dominance, with Mahomes earning MVP honors.
Super Bowl LV (2021): Buccaneers vs. Chiefs
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Result: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31, Kansas City Chiefs 9 Tom Brady, now with the Buccaneers, claimed his seventh Super Bowl ring in a dominant performance against the Chiefs. Tampa Bay’s defense stifled Mahomes, preventing Kansas City from scoring a single touchdown.
Super Bowl LVI (2022): Rams vs. Bengals
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Result: Los Angeles Rams 23, Cincinnati Bengals 20 In their home stadium, the Rams secured victory with a late touchdown pass from Matthew Stafford to Cooper Kupp. Kupp’s stellar performance earned him MVP honors, capping a magical season for the Rams.
Super Bowl LVII (2023): Chiefs vs. Eagles
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Result: Kansas City Chiefs 38, Philadelphia Eagles 35 In a game packed with drama, the Chiefs overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to defeat the Eagles. Mahomes, playing through an injury, delivered a stunning second-half performance to secure his second Super Bowl MVP award.
Super Bowl LVIII (2024): Chiefs vs. 49ers
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Result: Kansas City Chiefs 25, San Francisco 49ers 22 The Chiefs continued their dominance, edging out the 49ers in a tightly contested matchup. Mahomes once again proved why he is one of the greatest quarterbacks of his generation.
Looking Ahead to Super Bowl LIX (2025)
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With the Chiefs and Eagles set to meet again, fans are eager to see if Kansas City can repeat their 2023 success or if Philadelphia will exact their revenge. Given the history of dramatic showdowns, Super Bowl LIX is shaping up to be another unforgettable chapter in NFL lore.
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