Super Bowl LIV (2020): Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers

Game Recap: Super Bowl LIV

The Kansas City Chiefs captured Super Bowl LIV on February 2, 2020 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, FL. The final score of 31–20 in favor of Kansas City Chiefs gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. The Chiefs overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit; Mahomes's first Super Bowl title.

Super Bowl LIV was the 54th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Hard Rock Stadiumin Miami, FL, one of the premier venues in the NFL.

Key Storylines and Notable Facts

The Chiefs overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit; Mahomes's first Super Bowl title.

MVP Performance: Patrick Mahomes

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

Halftime Show: Jennifer Lopez & Shakira

The Super Bowl LIV halftime show featured Jennifer Lopez & Shakira. 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 LIV Played?

Super Bowl LIV was played at Hard Rock 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 LIV Legacy

Super Bowl LIV added to the Kansas City Chiefs'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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