Super Bowl XXIX (1995): San Francisco 49ers vs. San Diego Chargers

Game Recap: Super Bowl XXIX

The San Francisco 49ers captured Super Bowl XXIX on January 29, 1995 at Joe Robbie Stadium in Miami, FL. The final score of 49–26 in favor of San Francisco 49ers gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. Steve Young threw a record 6 TD passes; 49ers' fifth Super Bowl title.

Super Bowl XXIX was the 29th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Joe Robbie Stadiumin Miami, FL, one of the premier venues in the NFL.

Key Storylines and Notable Facts

Steve Young threw a record 6 TD passes; 49ers' fifth Super Bowl title.

MVP Performance: Steve Young

Steve Young (QB) earned the Super Bowl XXIX Most Valuable Player award with a standout individual performance. The MVP award, officially known as the Pete Rozelle Trophy, has been given since Super Bowl I and recognizes the single most impactful player in each championship game. Steve Young joins an elite list of Super Bowl MVP winners alongside Joe Montana (4 awards), Bart Starr, Terry Bradshaw, and Tom Brady.

Halftime Show: Tony Bennett, Patti LaBelle & Arturo Sandoval

The Super Bowl XXIX halftime show featured Tony Bennett, Patti LaBelle & Arturo Sandoval. The halftime show has grown from a simple marching band performance in the early Super Bowls into one of the most-watched musical events in the world, routinely attracting over 120 million viewers. For a full ranking of every halftime show, see our best Super Bowl halftime shows guide.

Where Was Super Bowl XXIX Played?

Super Bowl XXIX was played at Joe Robbie Stadium in Miami, FL. The NFL selects host cities based on stadium quality, hotel room capacity, and infrastructure. For a full list of every Super Bowl location, see our Super Bowl stadiums page and Super Bowl host cities guide.

Super Bowl XXIX Legacy

Super Bowl XXIX added to the San Francisco 49ers's championship legacy. The victory secured a place in NFL history and gave the franchise's fans one of their most celebrated moments. Championship victories are often defining moments for franchises — they elevate players to legend status, validate coaching philosophies, and become permanent fixtures in sports culture.

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