Super Bowl LVIII (2024)
Winning team: Kansas City Chiefs (defeated the San Francisco 49ers)
Runner-up: San Francisco 49ers
Final score: Chiefs 25, 49ers 22 (OT)
Date: February 11, 2024
MVP: Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
Notable context
The Chiefs rallied in the fourth quarter and won in overtime, extending their dynasty with a second consecutive Super Bowl title and third in four years.
Super Bowl LVII (2023)
Winning team: Kansas City Chiefs
Runner-up: Philadelphia Eagles
Final score: Chiefs 38, Eagles 35
Date: February 12, 2023
MVP: Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
Notable context
Chiefs overcame an early deficit and secured a narrow victory; it was Kansas City’s second straight Super Bowl win.
Super Bowl LXI (2022)
Winning team: Los Angeles Rams
Runner-up: Cincinnati Bengals
Final score: Rams 23, Bengals 20
Date: February 13, 2022
MVP: Cooper Kupp, WR, Los Angeles Rams
Notable context
The Rams won their second championship in franchise history, capping a season defined by strong defensive performances.
Super Bowl LX (2021)
Winning team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Runner-up: Kansas City Chiefs
Final score: Buccaneers 31, Chiefs 9
Date: February 7, 2021
MVP: Tom Brady, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Notable context
The Buccaneers dominated on the road, claiming their second Super Bowl title and improving their all-time franchise record to 2–0 in the championship game.
Super Bowl LIX (2020 season)
Winning team: Kansas City Chiefs
Runner-up: San Francisco 49ers
Final score: Chiefs 31, 49ers 20
Date: February 2, 2020
MVP: Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
Notable context
Kansas City completed a dramatic season turnaround to win the franchise’s first championship in 50 years, with Mahomes earning Super Bowl MVP.
Summary table: last 5 years of Super Bowl teams
| Season | Date | Winning team | Runner-up | Final score | MVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 season (LVII) | Feb 12, 2023 | Kansas City Chiefs | Philadelphia Eagles | 38–35 | Patrick Mahomes |
| 2022 season (LXI) | Feb 13, 2022 | Los Angeles Rams | Cincinnati Bengals | 23–20 | Cooper Kupp |
| 2021 season (LX) | Feb 7, 2021 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Kansas City Chiefs | 31–9 | Tom Brady |
| 2020 season (LIX) | Feb 2, 2020 | Kansas City Chiefs | San Francisco 49ers | 31–20 | Patrick Mahomes |
| 2024 season (LVIII) | Feb 11, 2024 | Kansas City Chiefs | San Francisco 49ers | 25–22 (OT) | Patrick Mahomes |
Quick comparison of the last 5 Super Bowl participants
- Kansas City Chiefs — appeared 4 of the last 5 Super Bowls; won 3
- San Francisco 49ers — appeared 2 of the last 5; won 0
- Philadelphia Eagles — appeared 1; lost 1
- Los Angeles Rams — appeared 1; won 1
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — appeared 1; won 1
- Cincinnati Bengals — appeared 1; lost 1
Context and trends
The last five years show a mix of repeat champions and new winners. The Kansas City Chiefs are the most frequent Super Bowl representatives recently, with three appearances and two wins across this span. The pattern includes both blowout and close games, reflecting different competitive dynamics. For long-term context, a given franchise’s Super Bowl record can influence future narratives around legacy, roster planning, and fan expectations.
FAQ
Reader questions
Which teams played in the most recent Super Bowl?
Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers played in Super Bowl LVIII (February 11, 2024), with the Chiefs winning 25–22 in overtime.
Which team won the Super Bowl five years ago?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers won Super Bowl LV (February 7, 2021), defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 31–9.
Has any team won back-to-back Super Bowls in this period?
Yes; the Kansas City Chiefs won back-to-back Super Bowls in the 2022 (LVII) and 2023 (LVIII) seasons.
How many Super Bowl appearances have the Chiefs made in the past five seasons?
Four: losses in 2020 (LX) and 2024 (LVIII), and wins in 2022 (LXI) and 2023 (LVII).