The stage is set for one of the most anticipated sporting events of the decade as Super Bowl LX (60) descends upon Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, this Sunday, February 8, 2026. The New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks are preparing to face off in a matchup loaded with history, drama, and star power, both on and off the field. With kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time, fans across the country and around the globe are gearing up for an action-packed day of football, music, and spectacle.
This year's Super Bowl carries extra weight for both franchises. The Patriots, making their NFL-record 12th appearance in the big game, are chasing their seventh Lombardi Trophy—an achievement that would push them past the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most Super Bowl wins in league history. Their last championship came during the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick era, and now, with both legends departed, New England is eager to prove it can still dominate the NFL’s grandest stage.
On the other side, the Seattle Seahawks are returning to the Super Bowl for the first time since 2015. Their journey back has been marked by resilience and a hunger for redemption, especially considering their heartbreaking loss to the Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX (49), a game that ended 28-24 in favor of New England. The Seahawks’ lone Super Bowl victory came in 2014, when they routed the Denver Broncos 43-8, but the sting of that narrow defeat to the Patriots still lingers for players and fans alike.
Levi's Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers, is no stranger to the spotlight, having previously hosted the Super Bowl in 2016. The venue is poised to welcome tens of thousands of fans for a weekend that promises not just elite football, but also a celebration of culture, music, and community. For those unable to attend in person, NBC will provide nationwide television coverage, with streaming available on Peacock, NFL+, DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, SlingTV, YouTube TV, and Fubo. Pregame coverage kicks off at 10 a.m. ET, and a 30-minute postgame show will follow the final whistle. Spanish-language coverage will be provided by Telemundo.
The entertainment lineup for Super Bowl LX is nothing short of sensational. Headlining the halftime show is none other than Bad Bunny, the 31-year-old Puerto Rican rapper and singer who has taken the music world by storm. This marks his second Super Bowl appearance—he previously performed as a guest with Shakira and Jennifer Lopez during the 2020 halftime show—but this time, the spotlight is all his. Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, made history just last week at the Grammys, winning both Best Música Urbana Album and Album of the Year for his all-Spanish-language record "DeBÍ TiRAR MÁS FOToS." It was the first time an album entirely in Spanish claimed the night’s biggest prize.
“To be honest, I don’t know how I’m feeling. There’s a lot. I’m still in the middle of my tour. I was just at the Grammys last week. All of that,” Bad Bunny remarked at a news conference hosted by Apple Music, the halftime show’s sponsor. He added, “I’m excited, but at the same time, I feel more excited about the people than even me—my family, my friends, the people who have always believed in me. This moment, the culture—that’s what makes these shows special.”
Bad Bunny will be the first native Spanish speaker to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, a milestone that has generated both celebration and criticism. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed the controversy, stating, “I’m not sure we’ve ever selected an artist where we didn’t have some blowback or criticism. It’s pretty hard to do when you have literally hundreds of millions of people that are watching. He’s one of the leading and most popular entertainers in the world. That’s what we try to achieve. It’s an important stage for us. It’s an important element to the entertainment value.”
What can fans expect from Bad Bunny’s performance? The artist was tight-lipped, teasing, “It’s going to be a huge party. I want to bring to the stage, of course, a lot of my culture. But I really don’t, I don’t want to give any spoilers. It’s going to be fun.” In a nod to inclusivity, the halftime show will also feature interpreter Celimar Rivera Cosme performing Puerto Rican Sign Language, making the spectacle accessible to an even broader audience.
The pregame festivities are equally star-studded. Charlie Puth, the New Jersey native and four-time Grammy nominee, will sing the national anthem. Puth, who gained fame through viral YouTube covers, described "The Star-Spangled Banner" as "one of the most beautiful pieces of music" and admitted it is "the hardest to sing." Eleven-time Grammy winner Brandi Carlile will lend her voice to "America the Beautiful," while Coco Jones, herself a Grammy winner, will perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing," often referred to as the Black national anthem. The Bay Area’s own Green Day will energize the crowd during the opening ceremony, adding a local flavor to the proceedings.
On the officiating front, Shawn Smith will serve as the referee for Super Bowl LX, marking his first on-field assignment in the big game after previously acting as an alternate. Smith’s crew, all making their Super Bowl debuts, includes Roy Ellison (umpire), Eugene Hall (side judge), Greg Steed (back judge), Dana McKenzie (down judge), Julian Mapp (line judge), Jason Ledet (field judge), and Andrew Lambert (replay official).
As for the game itself, fans can expect a fierce battle between two storied franchises. The Patriots punched their ticket to Santa Clara after a gritty 10-7 victory over the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship. The Seahawks earned their place by outlasting the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in the NFC Championship. Both teams are hungry—New England for a new chapter of glory, Seattle for sweet revenge and a second title.
And if this Super Bowl goes beyond regulation? The NFL’s updated playoff overtime rules will be in effect, ensuring both teams have a chance to possess the ball before a winner is crowned. Teams will play 15-minute periods until one emerges victorious. If the score remains tied after each team’s first possession, the next score—be it a touchdown, field goal, or safety—will decide the champion. There are no coach challenges, and all reviews will be initiated by the replay official.
With the eyes of the world on Santa Clara, the 2026 Super Bowl promises not just a clash of football titans, but a celebration of music, culture, and unity. As kickoff approaches, anticipation is at a fever pitch. Whether you’re tuning in for the gridiron drama, the halftime extravaganza, or the sense of shared spectacle, one thing’s for sure: Super Bowl LX is set to deliver an unforgettable experience.