When is the Super Bowl 2016? Half-time show, UK kickoff time, TV coverage and odds
The biggest show in sport kicks off on Sunday night and Super Bowl 50 could just be one of the most thrilling of the past half century.
The Carolina Panthers travel to the Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California the odds-on favourites to claim the Vince Lombardi trophy for the first time in their history, hardly a surprise after a 15-1 regular season record season that ties for the best in the history of the NFC.
But it is defence, famously, that wins championships and the Broncos, chasing a third Super Bowl win, have had the best in the NFL throughout this season. Can they give quarterback Peyton Manning the second championship ring that would draw him level with younger brother Eli in what could be his final game?
Or will it be the explosive offensive of likely league Most Valuable Player and star quarterback Cam Newton that takes the game?
Scroll down for everything you need to know about Sunday’s match...
What time is kick-off for UK fans?
Super Bowl 50 gets underway at 6:30pm EST on Sunday 7 February, meaning the action begins at 11:30pm in the UK. And you might want to book the Monday off work, with the match potentially lasting over three hours.
Where can I watch it?
Sky Sport’s coverage of the game begins at 10pm, with coverage on both Sky Sports 1 and 3. BBC Two will also show the whole game live from 10:50pm.
What they’re saying
Peyton Manning: “I’ve tried to stay in the moment and take it one week at a time.
“I’m taking it one week at a time and trying to stay patient. Staying patient in these past two play-off games has served our team well and it’s definitely served me well.”
Cam Newton: “I know there are a lot of people who feel just like me – we’re not done yet.”
Who is playing the half-time show?
Coldplay will be following in the footsteps of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, The Rolling Stones and Katy Perry as the NFL’s mid-game entertainment.
Former half-time headliners Beyonce and Bruno Mars are both confirmed to join Chris Martin and company during the show, which typically draws an audience of over 100 million.
Who is the favourite? (Bet Victor)
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Carolina are odds-on to leave the golden state with the Vince Lombardi trophy (and an additional 18-carat gold-plated ‘50’), priced at 4/9 to the Broncos’ 9/5.
