Two of the NFL's strongest defenses battled it out in Sunday's showpiece and the Seahawks emphatically came out on top to win 29-13 at Levi's Stadium.
It was a defensive performance for the ages, with Briton Aden Durde playing a pivotal role, becoming the first overseas coach to win America’s biggest game.
Seattle's defensive coordinator helped create the most-feared defense in the NFL, which has become known as 'the Dark Side', and they showed why on American football's biggest stage in Santa Clara, California.
New England's second-year quarterback Drake Maye, who narrowly missed out on this season's MVP award, was stifled by the Seahawks, who claimed six sacks, forced three turnovers, and scored a defensive touchdown.
After Seattle led 9-0 at half-time, Maye's first turnover resulted in the opening touchdown for tight end AJ Barner early in the fourth quarter.
Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu then returned an interception for a 45-yard touchdown, while Jason Meyers kicked a record five field goals as Seattle denied the Patriots a record seventh Super Bowl win.
We were the better team, we're the best team. We loved each other, we believed in each other and now we're champions, said Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald.
We went to the dark side tonight, we love our players, they made it happen. They made it come to life and we won the game.
Seattle’s victory also marks a significant moment for quarterback Sam Darnold, completing his redemption story after being written off in previous seasons.
Despite their efforts, New England, under coach Mike Vrabel, fell short in their quest for a historic seventh Super Bowl win. The Patriots struggled to establish their run game and only managed to score one touchdown late in the game.
This Super Bowl win solidifies the Seahawks' place among NFL greats, showcasing their resilience and teamwork, with a promising future ahead.
