Super Bowl for the ages, super fans react
The Eagles' first Super Bowl victory made for a memorable night in Minneapolis.
— -- What a game. ABC News was on the ground in Minneapolis for Super Bowl LII, an exciting shootout between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles.
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The underdog Eagles managed to dethrone the reigning Super Bowl champion Patriots, 41-33.
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On a day where temperatures were in the single digits, fans were thrilled to enter U.S. Bank Stadium to watch the action.
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ABC News caught up with rabid fans from both teams, who traveled from the East Coast for a chance to witness their team win the Lombardi Trophy -- and for Eagles fans, the trip was well worth it.
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Justin Timberlake's halftime performance drew raves from fans, and it was a prelude to a tense second half that came down to the final play.
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After the game, black and green confetti showered the field as Eagles players and their families celebrated the first Super Bowl victory in franchise history.
Check out the video above.