In a remarkable display of dominance, the Philadelphia Eagles triumphed over the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 40-22 in the 2025 Super Bowl held at the Superdome. This match not only marked a significant achievement for the Eagles but also made history as Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to attend the iconic event. Among the star-studded audience was Taylor Swift, who was present to support her boyfriend, Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce.
Chiefs struggle under pressure
The Chiefs faced an uphill battle from the onset, managing only a single first down in the first half, which came on their very first play. The Eagles wasted no time taking control of the game. Jalen Hurts initiated the scoring with a touchdown on the renowned ‘tush push’ maneuver that has proven elusive for opponents to defend against. Shortly after, Jake Elliott added a field goal to extend the Eagles’ lead.
As the Eagles’ defense stepped up, they sacked Patrick Mahomes in consecutive plays, leading to a pivotal moment when Cooper DeJean intercepted a pass and returned it for a 38-yard touchdown. Mahomes, who had previously gone 298 attempts without a pick, was caught off guard again just six plays later, resulting in another interception that AJ Brown capitalized on for a touchdown. The Eagles firmly established their dominance, leading by a substantial margin.
Final moments of the game
After halftime, the Eagles scored another field goal, followed by a spectacular touchdown pass from Hurts to DeVonta Smith, showcasing a performance worthy of the Super Bowl. Despite the Eagles’ stronghold on the game, the Chiefs avoided a shutout, with Mahomes connecting on touchdown passes to Xavier Worthy and DeAndre Hopkins in a late-game effort. Elliott added two more field goals for the Eagles in the fourth quarter, maintaining their lead.
“Credit to the Eagles they played better than us from start to finish,” said Mahomes. “Obviously the turnovers hurt – I’ve just got to take all the blame for that. Those early turnovers swing the momentum of the game and they capitalised on them.”
In the closing moments, Mahomes delivered a significant touchdown pass to Worthy, but it was too little too late for the Chiefs, who were unable to overcome the Eagles’ early lead. Although the Chiefs aimed for a historic third consecutive Super Bowl victory, they found themselves at the mercy of an impressive Eagles performance.
Reflecting on the game, Mahomes acknowledged his shortcomings, stating, “I just didn’t play to my standard and I have to be better next time.” The Eagles’ victory not only secures their place in NFL history but also highlights the resilience and skill of their team.