What Was the Super Bowl Number in 2025? (Super Bowl 59)

By Sarah Miller · July 26, 2042

The most recent Super Bowl, held in February 2025, was Super Bowl LVIIII (59). This championship game marked the culmination of the 2024 NFL season, with the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the San Francisco 49ers in a dramatic overtime finish at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

What Was the Super Bowl Number in 2025?

Super Bowl LVIIII, also known as Super Bowl 59, was the NFL's 2025 championship game. Played on February 9, 2025, it featured the AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs against the NFC champion San Francisco 49ers. The game ended in a historic 38–35 victory for the Chiefs in overtime, making it the first Super Bowl ever decided in an extra period.

Key Highlights of Super Bowl 59

Date: February 9, 2025
Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada
Teams: Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers
Final Score: Chiefs 38, 49ers 35 (OT)
MVP: Patrick Mahomes, Quarterback, Kansas City Chiefs
Halftime Performer: Kendrick Lamar

History and Significance of the Super Bowl Numbering System

The Super Bowl has been assigned a Roman numeral since Super Bowl III in 1969, a tradition established to emphasize the grandeur and historical continuity of the event. Although Arabic numerals are sometimes used informally, the NFL officially uses Roman numerals to designate each game.

Why Roman Numerals?

To avoid confusion due to the lag between the regular season year and the actual Super Bowl date (e.g., the 2024 season ends in 2025).
To give the event a timeless, ceremonial feel.
To distinguish the Super Bowl from regular-season games labeled by year.

Recent Super Bowl Numbers and Results (2020–2025)

Super Bowl	Roman Numeral	Date	Champion	Runner-Up	Score	MVP
55	LV	Feb 7, 2021	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Kansas City Chiefs	31–9	Tom Brady
56	LVI	Feb 13, 2022	Los Angeles Rams	Cincinnati Bengals	23–20	Cooper Kupp
57	LVII	Feb 12, 2023	Kansas City Chiefs	Philadelphia Eagles	38–35	Patrick Mahomes
58	LVIII	Feb 11, 2024	Kansas City Chiefs	San Francisco 49ers	25–22 (OT)	Patrick Mahomes
59	LVIIII	Feb 9, 2025	Kansas City Chiefs	San Francisco 49ers	38–35 (OT)	Patrick Mahomes

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The table illustrates a trend of increasing competitiveness in recent Super Bowls, with three consecutive close games decided by five points or fewer. The Chiefs' dominance is evident, winning three titles from 2023 to 2025, including back-to-back victories over the 49ers in overtime—highlighting their resilience and strategic excellence under pressure.

Common Questions About the Super Bowl Number

What was the Super Bowl number in 2025?

The Super Bowl held in 2025 was Super Bowl LVIIII, also referred to as Super Bowl 59. It concluded the 2024 NFL season and took place on February 9, 2025.

Why does the Super Bowl use Roman numerals?

The NFL adopted Roman numerals starting with Super Bowl III to create a sense of legacy and to prevent confusion between the calendar year and the season year. For example, Super Bowl 59 occurred in 2025 but crowned the champion of the 2024 season.

Was Super Bowl 59 the first overtime Super Bowl?

Yes, Super Bowl 59 was the first Super Bowl in history to be decided in overtime. Previously, all Super Bowls had concluded within regulation time.

Who won Super Bowl 59?

The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl 59, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 38–35 in overtime. Patrick Mahomes was named MVP for the third time in his career.