Super Bowl showdown confirmed after thrilling championship games

FootballSports
26 Jan 2026 • 5:20 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The Seattle Seahawks secured their fourth Super Bowl appearance by defeating the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in a thrilling NFC Championship game.
  • Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold threw three touchdowns, matching Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford's tally, with the Rams unable to get a final play off as time expired.
  • The New England Patriots overcame the Denver Broncos 10-7 in treacherous snowy conditions to win the AFC Championship.
  • Patriots quarterback Drake Maye scored a crucial touchdown, and a tipped field goal attempt by the Broncos in the closing stages secured the Patriots' victory.
  • The Seahawks and Patriots will now face each other in Super Bowl 60, marking a rematch of their 2014 championship encounter.

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