Super Bowl LII (2018): Philadelphia Eagles vs. New England Patriots

Game Recap: Super Bowl LII

The Philadelphia Eagles captured Super Bowl LII on February 4, 2018 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN. The final score of 41–33 in favor of Philadelphia Eagles gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. Nick Foles caught a TD pass on the Philly Special trick play and outdueled Brady.

Super Bowl LII was the 52th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at U.S. Bank Stadiumin Minneapolis, MN, one of the premier venues in the NFL.

Key Storylines and Notable Facts

Nick Foles caught a TD pass on the Philly Special trick play and outdueled Brady.

MVP Performance: Nick Foles

Nick Foles (QB) earned the Super Bowl LII 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. Nick Foles joins an elite list of Super Bowl MVP winners alongside Joe Montana (4 awards), Bart Starr, Terry Bradshaw, and Tom Brady.

Halftime Show: Justin Timberlake

The Super Bowl LII halftime show featured Justin Timberlake. 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 LII Played?

Super Bowl LII was played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN. 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 LII Legacy

Super Bowl LII added to the Philadelphia Eagles'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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