At a Glance
- The 2026 Super Bowl will pit the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks on Feb. 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium.
- Green Day opens the ceremony, while Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show.
- The Patriots seek a seventh title, the Seahawks chase a second.
- Why it matters: It marks the league’s 60th anniversary and the first Super Bowl without Tom Brady and Bill Belichick on the Patriots’ roster.
The 2026 Super Bowl is shaping up to be a historic showdown as the New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara, California. With a 60-year legacy on the line and a lineup of high-profile performers, fans worldwide are counting down to what promises to be a memorable night of football and entertainment.
Super Bowl LX Overview
The championship game, officially Super Bowl LX, is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. It will be hosted at Levi’s Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, in Santa Clara, California. The venue will host the first Super Bowl in 60 years, celebrating the league’s anniversary with a special opening ceremony.
Teams in the Final
The Patriots entered the game after a 10-7 victory over the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship on January 25, 2026. They will be led by quarterback Drake Maye, who has been named the starting signal-caller for the first time since 2019. Seattle, on the other hand, returned to the Super Bowl after a 28-24 win over the Patriots in the 2015 championship. Their starting quarterback, Sam Darnold, will aim to secure a second Lombardi Trophy.
Player Highlights
- Drake Maye: Maye emphasized the team’s new era, saying, “It’s a new team, it’s a new era. I respect and appreciate what the Patriots dynasty did, and unfortunately they didn’t come out with some wins here, but we changed that narrative and look forward to bringing our best football for the Super Bowl.”
- Sam Darnold: Darnold has guided Seattle to a 28-24 win over the Patriots in 2015 and hopes to build on that success.
Performance Lineup
The entertainment lineup is set to impress:
- Green Day will open the ceremony, delivering a high-energy performance that will welcome the MVPs and set the tone for the night.
- Charlie Puth will sing the national anthem, followed by 11-time Grammy winner Brandi Carlile performing “America the Beautiful.”
- Coco Jones will close the pre-game ceremony with “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
- Bad Bunny will headline the halftime show, announcing his excitement in a statement that read, “It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown… this is for my people, my culture, and our history.”
Game Timing and Broadcast
According to the NFL, the game will kick off at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT. Green Day’s opening ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT. Fans in California can watch the game live on NBC and Telemundo, while others can stream it on the NFL app or Peacock.
Historical Context
- The Patriots have made 11 Super Bowl appearances, more than any other franchise, and have won 6 titles. A victory in 2026 would give them the most wins in league history.
- The Seahawks have appeared 3 times, winning once in 2014. Their last appearance was in 2015, when they fell 28-24 to the Patriots.
Quotes from Key Figures
- “Celebrating 60 years of Super Bowl history with Green Day as a hometown band, while honoring the NFL legends who’ve helped define this sport, is an incredibly powerful way to kick off Super Bowl LX,” said Tim Tubito, the league’s senior director of event and game presentation.
- Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day said, “We’re kicking off the events with an opening ceremony to welcome the MVPs who’ve shaped the game and open the night for fans all over the world.”
Key Takeaways
- The 2026 Super Bowl will be the first to feature a Patriots team without Tom Brady and Bill Belichick.
- The game marks the league’s 60th anniversary, celebrated by a high-profile opening ceremony and halftime show.
- The Patriots’ win would cement their legacy as the team with the most Super Bowl victories.
- Fans can watch the game on NBC, Telemundo, the NFL app, or Peacock, with kickoff at 6:30 p.m. ET.
As the countdown continues, the 2026 Super Bowl promises to deliver a blend of competitive football, musical performances, and historic celebration.
