Super Bowl 2026 LIVE: Patriots vs Seahawks updates as Bad Bunny prepares historic halftime show

Super Bowl LX is live as the Patriots face the Seahawks in Santa Clara

Super Bowl LX has arrived, with the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks meeting at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara to decide the NFL champion.

More than 100 million viewers worldwide are expected to tune in as the Patriots chase a record-breaking seventh Super Bowl title, while Seattle aims to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy for just the second time in franchise history. Adding to the spectacle, global superstar Bad Bunny is set to headline one of the most talked-about halftime shows in recent memory.

Fans in the United States can watch live on NBC, with streaming available via Peacock and YouTube TV. Stay with us for minute-by-minute updates from kickoff to halftime and beyond.

Super Bowl 2026: Key details at a glance

• Date: Sunday, February 8
• Kickoff: 6:30 p.m. ET
• Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
• Matchup: New England Patriots vs Seattle Seahawks
• Halftime performer: Bad Bunny
• TV: NBC (U.S.), Channel 5 (U.K.), DAZN (Canada)
• Free viewing options: Channel 5 (U.K.), 7plus (Australia), TVNZ+ (New Zealand)

Live Updates

7:20 p.m. ET

Quarterback duel heats up

Darnold and Maye exchange a few deep throws, but both defences continue to dominate. The game remains tight, with tension building as each team fights to break the deadlock.

7:15 p.m. ET

Celebrity check-in

Fans spot Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton, Jessica Alba, Billie Joe Armstrong, and Tobey Maguire watching the second half intently, some still buzzing from the halftime performance.

7:10 p.m. ET

Seattle regroups

Seahawks take control of the ball again, focusing on clock management and short gains. Their lead remains narrow, leaving the door open for a dramatic late-game shift.

7:05 p.m. ET

Fan reactions

Social media lights up with praise for Bad Bunny’s halftime show and commentary on the slow scoring game. Viewers are calling it both a defensive masterclass and a potential Super Bowl classic if the Patriots mount a comeback.

7:00 p.m. ET

Crowd erupts on near touchdown

New England comes within yards of the end zone, but Seattle’s defence forces a turnover on downs. The score remains 9–0 in favour of the Seahawks.

6:55 p.m. ET

New England finally moves

The Patriots advance steadily through a mix of runs and short passes. Sam Darnold is under pressure but finds some room in the secondary, hinting at a possible score soon.

6:50 p.m. ET

Third quarter kicks off

Action resumes with both teams looking to shake off the halftime pause. Seattle starts with possession, aiming to protect their 9–0 lead, while New England searches for an offensive spark.

6:45 p.m. ET

Halftime break begins

Players head off the field as Bad Bunny wraps up the historic halftime performance. Fans continue to buzz about the fully Spanish-language show and the surprise appearances from Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, Pedro Pascal, Karol G, and Cardi B.

6:42 p.m. ET

Seattle miss another chance

The Seahawks push deep into Patriots territory again but fail to convert on a critical third down. New England’s defence stands tall, keeping the lead from widening further.

 

6:38 p.m. ET

Seattle stretch the lead to 9–0

Jason Myers converts another field goal with just seconds remaining before halftime, extending Seattle’s advantage to 9–0 after sustained pressure deep in Patriots territory.

6:36 p.m. ET

Approaching halftime

With less than a minute remaining in the second quarter, Seattle remain firmly in control. If the score holds, the Seahawks will have posted points in both quarters, underlining their consistency in a defence-led contest.

6:34 p.m. ET

Celebrity crowd fills a quiet moment

Jessica Alba, Billie Joe Armstrong and Tobey Maguire are spotted in the stands during a lull in play, many checking their phones as the game pauses briefly before the final seconds of the half.

6:33 p.m. ET

Seattle extends their lead

Jason Myers drills a second field goal for the Seahawks, stretching their advantage to 6–0. With both defenses dominating, this is shaping up to be a tightly contested, low-scoring battle unless momentum suddenly swings.

6:30 p.m. ET

Second quarter underway

The opening quarter ends with Seattle holding a slim edge. Both quarterbacks have seen plenty of action, but defenses continue to dictate the tempo.

6:24 p.m. ET

Seattle nearly break through

A dangerous slip in the Patriots’ secondary almost leads to a touchdown, but New England narrowly avoids disaster. Seattle, however, continues to march steadily downfield.

6:20 p.m. ET

Defensive grind continues

Seattle’s defense keeps New England quiet, forcing short gains and stalling drives. The Seahawks remain in front, 3–0.

6:15 p.m. ET

Celebrity watch from the stands

A star-studded crowd is on hand in Santa Clara, including tennis legend Roger Federer, Apple CEO Tim Cook and rapper Jay-Z, underscoring the Super Bowl’s unmatched global appeal.

6:09 p.m. ET

Seattle miss a golden chance

A deep ball looks promising for the Seahawks, but there’s no receiver in sight. The score remains unchanged.

6:04 p.m. ET

Early points for Seattle

The Seahawks strike first with a well-taken field goal, grabbing a 3–0 lead and setting the tone early.

6:00 p.m. ET

Kickoff

The Super Bowl is officially underway as New England boots the ball to Seattle.

5:56 p.m. ET

Patriots win the coin toss

New England elect to kick off, meaning they’ll receive the ball to start the second half — a small but meaningful psychological edge.

5:50 p.m. ET

Football royalty in attendance

NFL legends including Peyton Manning and Joe Montana are spotted on the sidelines as anticipation builds.

5:44 p.m. ET

National anthem moment

Charlie Puth delivers a restrained, respectful rendition of the national anthem, earning warm applause inside Levi’s Stadium.

5:40 p.m. ET

America the Beautiful performed

Brandi Carlile, a Grammy winner and Washington native, delivers a stirring performance ahead of kickoff.

5:35 p.m. ET

Teams take the field

The Seahawks enter led by captains Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Devon Witherspoon, Brady Russell, Leonard Williams and Cooper Kupp. Moments later, the Patriots emerge looking to make history.

5:28 p.m. ET

Green Day open the show

California rock icons Green Day fire up the crowd with a high-energy pre-game performance, closing with their signature track American Idiot.

5:15 p.m. ET

All eyes on halftime

Bad Bunny is preparing for what’s already being billed as one of the most talked-about halftime shows ever. The Puerto Rican superstar — fresh off recent Grammy wins — will perform entirely in Spanish, marking the first non-English halftime performance in Super Bowl history.

5:05 p.m. ET

Halftime controversy brewing

An unofficial, protest-driven “alternative halftime show” has surfaced online, led by Kid Rock. The effort appears to be a backlash against Bad Bunny’s selection, but remains outside the NFL’s official programming.

4:55 p.m. ET

What’s at stake tonight

A Patriots victory would cement them as the most successful franchise in NFL history. For Seattle, a win would deliver their second Super Bowl title and cap a remarkable resurgence led by quarterback Sam Darnold.

Has Bad Bunny performed yet?

Not yet. Bad Bunny is scheduled to take the stage at halftime. His performance is expected to begin shortly after the second quarter concludes.