The countdown to Super Bowl 2026 is officially on. On Sunday, 8 February 2026, the winners of the AFC and NFC Championships will face off at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with kick-off set for 6:30 p.m. ET (11:30 p.m. GMT).
This is the 60th edition of the NFL’s biggest annual event, and British fans are already planning watch parties and live streams.
The championship match will see the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks, following dramatic wins in their respective conference finals last month.
Which Teams Are Playing in Super Bowl 2026?
The AFC Championship saw the New England Patriots (16–3) defeat the Denver Broncos (15–3) 10–7 in near-blizzard conditions at Empower Field at Mile High. Quarterback Drake Maye led the Patriots to victory, securing their spot in Super Bowl 60.
Meanwhile, the NFC Championship ended with the Seattle Seahawks (15–3) beating the Los Angeles Rams (14–5) 31–27 at Lumen Field, thanks to quarterback Sam Darnold’s leadership.
“It’s been an incredible journey this season, and we’re ready to give it our all on Super Bowl Sunday,” said Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll in a post-match interview with the NFL.
Where Is Super Bowl 2026 Held?
Levi’s Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, California, will host this year’s Super Bowl.
Opened in 2014, the stadium seats 68,500 fans and previously hosted Super Bowl 50 in 2016, where the Denver Broncos defeated the Carolina Panthers 24–10.
Looking ahead:
- 2027 Super Bowl: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California
- 2028 Super Bowl: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
Who Will Perform at the Halftime Show?
The halftime show promises to be spectacular. Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) will headline, returning to the stage after appearing as a special guest during Jennifer Lopez and Shakira’s 2020 performance.
“What I’m feeling goes beyond myself. It’s for my people, my culture, and our history,” Bad Bunny told Entertainment Weekly.
Other performers include:
- Green Day – opening ceremony
- Charlie Puth – national anthem
- Brandi Carlile – “America the Beautiful”
- Coco Jones – “Lift Every Voice and Sing”
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, the NFL’s live music partner, will produce the halftime show for the seventh consecutive year.
How Can UK Fans Watch Super Bowl 60?
UK viewers have multiple options to watch live:
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| Sky Sports NFL | Live broadcast in the UK, subscription required |
| BBC iPlayer | Highlights and selected coverage (check schedule) |
| Peacock | Stream live via VPN or US account; Premium plans start at $10.99/month |
| Live TV Streaming | Services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and DirecTV Stream may be accessed via VPN |
Kick-off time for the UK: 11:30 p.m. GMT on Sunday, 8 February 2026, so expect post-midnight excitement.
Why Super Bowl 2026 Matters?
For UK fans, the Super Bowl is more than just American football; it’s a cultural event with music, celebrity appearances, and major advertising spectacles.
With top performers like Bad Bunny and Green Day, this year’s edition is expected to draw millions of viewers worldwide, including a growing British audience.
