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Super Bowl LVIII recap on the 49ers-Chiefs game in Las Vegas

Super Bowl LVIII recap on the 49ers-Chiefs game in Las Vegas
DAY FORECAST IN A FEW MINUTES. LOOKING FORWARD TO THAT. HEATHER THANK YOU. TODAY IS A BIG DAY. YOU’RE TAKING A LIVE LOOK AT ALLEGIANT STADIUM IN LAS VEGAS THIS MORNING. THE SAN FRANCISCO 40 NINERS WILL TAKE ON THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS IN SUPER BOWL 58 THIS AFTERNOON. THERE IS A WHOLE LOT OF EXCITEMENT IN THE HOME IN VEGAS THERE FOR THE NINERS AND THE QUEST FOR SIX. THE QUEST FOR SIX IS OFFICIALLY JUST HOURS AWAY FOR THE 40 NINERS FAITHFULS. AND FANS HAVE BEEN WRAPPING UP ALL WEEK LONG HAVING THE BEST TIME IN VEGAS, HOME OF SUPER BOWL 58. THAT’S WHERE WE FIND KCRA 3’S MIKE CHERRY THIS MORNING. MIKE, HOW’S IT GOING? WELL, I CAN TELL YOU THIS, LETICIA, THE FANS THAT WE HAVE RUN INTO ALL WEEK LONG, THEY ARE FIRED UP AND FOR GOOD REASON. WELCOME TO ALLEGIANT STADIUM. YEAH, THIS IS THE HOME OF SUPER BOWL 58. AS YOU MENTIONED. THIS IS WHERE THE NINERS AND THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS, IN JUST A MATTER OF HOURS, WILL BE KICKING OFF THE VERY RIGHT TO HOIST THE VINCE LOMBARDI TROPHY. NOW, AS FOR THE FANS, THE PLAYERS AND COACHES, THEY HAVEN’T FACED OFF. BUT FANS OF BOTH TEAMS HAVE BEEN RUBBING ELBOWS ALL WEEK LONG, ENGAGING IN DEBATE. SOME WELL INTENTIONED TRASH TALKING ALONG THE WAY, AND MOST FANS THAT WE SPOKEN TO SAY THEY’LL BE WATCHING THE GAME EITHER AT HOME, AT A BAR, OR MAYBE EVEN A WATCH PARTY. BUT ONE GROUP OF FANS SAY THEY’RE OPTIMISTIC THEY’LL FIND AFFORDABLE TICKETS. CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT? SOME NOW GOING FOR NEARLY $4,000, DEPENDING ON WHICH SIGHTS YOU CHECK ON? AND NO MATTER THE VENUE, THOUGH, FANS ARE HOPEFUL THAT THEIR TEAM WILL WALK AWAY. CHAMPIONS. ARE YOU ROOTING FOR, UH, THE NINERS? BANG, BANG. THEY HAVE THE RIGHT WEAPONS TO WIN THIS TIME AROUND, AND THEY’VE GOT BROCK PURDY. HE DESERVES IT. SO YOU THINK HE’S GOING TO OUTDUEL PATRICK MAHOMES. MAYBE? I DO THINK SO. I THINK THIS IS HIS MOMENT. THIS IS A CITY SKYLINE VERSUS EVERYBODY. SO TELL ME WHO YOU’RE ROOTING FOR I’M ROOTING FOR KANSAS CITY. AND WHY DO YOU LIKE THEIR ODDS OF THIS YEAR? UM, BECAUSE THEY HAVE A PROVEN QUARTERBACK AND A PROVEN TEAM. OKAY. I’M GOING TO ASK YOU TO PUT ON THE SAN FRANCISCO 40 NINERS HAT. IF YOU’RE THE NINERS, WHAT DO YOU DO TO BEAT THE CHIEFS? WELL, HOPEFULLY MAKE NO MISTAKES. YOU DON’T WANT TO LIVE THROUGH THAT KIND OF HEARTBREAK AGAIN. YOU GOT REVENGE ON YOUR MIND. YES, SIR. IT WAS A IT WAS A TOUGH LOSS LAST TIME. SO HOPEFULLY THEY COME THROUGH AND KICK SOME. BUT THIS WEEK IS THAT 40 NINERS RED OR IS THIS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS RED THAT I’M LOOKING AT. NO KC REDS WAY WAY NICER JUMPS OUT OKAY. HOW COMFORTABLE HOW CONFIDENT DO YOU FEEL IN YOUR CHIEFS. THIS WEEKEND. VERY. WHY SO THEY CAME ALIVE. THEY CAME ALIVE WHEN THEY NEEDED TO. YEAH UNFORTUNATELY. THERE’S REALLY ONLY GOING TO BE ONE SET OF FANS THAT ARE GOING TO BE GOING HOME HAPPY. SOME WILL BE FLOATING ON CLOUD NINE, OTHERS, WELL THEY’LL HAVE A LONG DRIVE OR FLIGHT HOME. NOW AGAIN, WE CHECKED IN WITH THE VEGAS ODDS MAKERS THIS MORNING AND THEY ARE STILL EXPECTING A VERY TIGHT GAME RIGHT NOW. THE NINERS, THOUGH STILL FAVORED AT ONE AND A HALF POINTS REPORTING LIVE IN LAS VEGAS. I’M MIKE CHERRY. BACK TO YOU GO NINERS. ALL RIGHT MIKE THANK YOU SO MUCH. WE’LL CHECK BACK IN WITH YOU A LITTLE BIT LATER IN THE NEWSCAST. MANY FANS WHO ARE NOT ABLE TO GO TO THE GAME IN PERSON, THEY’RE GOING TO BE GATHERING AT LOCAL BARS TO CHEER ON THEIR TEAMS. ESTABLISHMENTS ACROSS THE CAPITAL CITY ARE BRINGING IN EXTRA STAFF TO HANDLE THE CROWDS EXPECTED TODAY, AND THAT INCLUDES TOM’S WATCH BAR, WHERE IT’S EXPECTED TO BE JAM PACKED. WE’RE EXPECTING A HUGE TURNOUT. YOU KNOW, WE’RE GETTING READY TO HOST A LITTLE BIT OVER 400 PEOPLE HERE. SO WE’RE VERY EXCITED. WE’RE GOING TO MAKE A WHOLE DAY OUT OF IT. WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO GET HERE EARLY. 9:10 A.M. WE’LL ALSO ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO CALL US TO MAKE RESERVATIONS. AND THERE ARE SEVERAL OPTIONS FOR THOSE CHOOSING TO GO OUT. AND THOSE INCLUDE WATCH PARTIES AT PLACES LIKE TIPSY PUTT IN DOWNTOWN AND THE BEAR AND CROWN BRITISH PUB IN OLD SACRAMENTO. YOU KNOW, SUPER BOWL WOULD BE COMPLETE WITHOUT A WHOLE LOT OF SNACKS, BUT WE ALL NEED TO KEEP FOOD SAFETY IN MIND. THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SAYS PERISHABLE FOODS CAN ONLY BE AT. ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR TWO HOURS, SO YOU SHOULD PLAN ACCORDINGLY TO KEEP YOUR HOT FOODS HOT AND YOUR COLD FOODS COLD. KEEPING YOUR FOOD AT 140 DEGREES OR HIGHER. OR IF YOU HAVE ITEMS THAT NEED TO BE CHILLED, PLACE THEM IN BOWLS THAT ARE NESTLED IN ICE TO KEEP THEM CHILLED. ALSO, ANY LEFTOVERS ARE ONLY GOOD FOR FOUR DAYS, SO KEEP THAT IN MIND. BY FEBRUARY 15TH. IF THERE’S ANY LEFTOVERS IN YOUR FRIDGE, IT I
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Super Bowl LVIII recap on the 49ers-Chiefs game in Las Vegas
The 2024 Super Bowl was played in Las Vegas for the first time on Sunday and KCRA 3 was there to capture the experience.A rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers and Usher's halftime performance took center stage in what ultimately finished as a heartbreak for the Niners.Related Coverage| Super Bowl LVIII: A guide to the 49ers' championship rematch against the Chiefs Michelle Dapper, Del Rodgers, Lisa Gonzales Mike Cherry and a team of KCRA 3 photographers went from event to event since Monday to cover as much ground as possible during Super Bowl week. This included one-on-one interviews with celebrities and fans, player press conferences and everything in between. Recap updates below 8:08 p.m.: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are seen exchanging a tender moment in celebration.8:04 p.m.: Wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. holds the Lombardi trophy after making the game-winning touchdown for the Chiefs.7:52 p.m.: Kansas City defeats San Francisco with a touchdown to end the overtime quarter.7:42 p.m.: With 2 minutes and 48 seconds on the clock, the Chiefs have made it to field goal range, giving them a chance to either tie the game again or force a touchdown to end the game.7:34 p.m.: Jake Moody scores a field goal, bringing the Niners to 22 points over the Chiefs' 19 points.7:15 p.m.: With 10 seconds left on the clock, the Chiefs scored a 27-yard field goal, forcing a 19-19 tie. The game will go into overtime. The only other overtime Super Bowl game was the New England Patriots' 34-28 comeback over the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI. 7:05 p.m.: With less than two minutes left, the Niners scored a 53-yard field goal, giving them a 19-16 lead over the Chiefs.7:02 p.m.: The Niners are in field goal range at the 2-minute mark of the fourth quarter.6:52 p.m.: San Francisco holds the Chiefs into a field goal. Harrison Butker lands a 3-point kick, tying the game 16-16.6:50 p.m.: Kansas City is poised to score another touchdown after reaching 1st and goal.6:40 p.m.: The Niners respond to the Chiefs' comeback with a touchdown by wide receiver Jauan Jennings, bringing the score to 16-10. San Francisco tried going for an extra-point kick, but Kansas City blocked it.6:23 p.m.: The Chiefs take the lead away from the Niners with a touchdown, bringing the score to 10-13 with San Francisco now trailing behind.6:14 p.m.: The Chiefs' Harrison Butker scored a 57-yard field goal, breaking the previously broken record for the longest successful attempt in Super Bowl history that was set by the Niners in the first quarter.That record set early today was by Jake Moody, which was a 55-yard goal. The score is now 10-6 with the Niners' lead thinning slightly.5:35 p.m.: Rapper Ludacris makes an appearance to sing part of the hit song "Yeah!"5:34 p.m.: Rapper Lil Jon makes an appearance to sing part of "Turn Down for What." Before that, H.E.R. took to the stage with a rollerskating entourage for a guitar jam session.5:25 p.m.: Usher and Alicia Keys take the stage for the Super Bowl Halftime Show.5:20 p.m. We are livestreaming an aerial view of Allegiant Stadium. Let us know your thoughts about the game so far and Usher's halftime performance in the comments.5:10 p.m.: The Chiefs score a field goal for 3 points, preventing them from being shut out in the first half.4:49 p.m.: Niners running back Christian McCaffrey catches the ball to score the first touchdown of the game.4:25 p.m.: The Niners recover a Chiefs fumble right after Kansas City made an impressive 52-yard catch.4:25 p.m.: The Chiefs secure a 52-yard catch, getting them to 1st and goal.4:18 p.m.: Neither team scores a touchdown in the first quarter, making it the 10th scoreless first quarter in Super Bowl history.4:18 p.m.: The 49ers' Jake Moody scores a 55-yard field goal, the longest successful attempt in Super Bowl history.4:01 p.m.: Patrick Mahomes gets sacked twice within minutes.4 p.m.: Missed out on Post Malone, Reba and Andra Day's pre-game performances? Check them out below.3:53 p.m.: Niners wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk makes his first catch ever in the Super Bowl.3:44 p.m.: Chiefs recover a Niners fumble but were unable to score and were forced to punt the ball.3:40 p.m.: Kickoff for the game began.3:28 p.m.: Among the celebrities in attendance include Paul Rudd, Jay-Z, Queen Latifah, Elon Musk, Jeremy Renner, Blake Lively, Ice Spice and Draymond Green.2:25 p.m.: The crowd cheers for the Niners as they take to the field.2:22 p.m.: Niners legend Joe Montana has arrived on the field.2:13 p.m.: Kaskade is preparing for his set as the first-ever in-game DJ. 2:11 p.m.: This is the list of the inactive Chiefs players for today's game.2:10 p.m.: This is the list of the inactive Niners players for today's game.1:52 p.m.: Both teams are warming up.1:37 p.m.: The Niners team arrives at the stadium.1:25 p.m.: Taylor Swift has arrived at the stadium.12:49 p.m.: The Chiefs arrive at the stadium.11:50 a.m.: KCRA 3 Sports Director and 49er champion Del Rodgers connected with 14-year-old Austin Areias, who is from Walnut Grove. It’s not the first time Rodgers has seen Austin at a Super Bowl. He has a history of perfect picks. See the evidence Austin uses to call this one for the Niners in this exclusive video for KCRA 3’s digital platforms.11:48 a.m.: Vice President Kamala Harris is ready for the game. 10 a.m.: Still looking for ideas on what to bring or make for a Super Bowl party? See some vegan snack suggestions in the video below. 9:55 a.m.: Bark Purdy was nearly crowned the most pupular pup at the Puppy Bowl this year. Learn more about him in the video below. And don’t forget that more animals are up for adoption at the Sacramento SPCA and other shelters across the region.9:02: a.m.: KCRA 3's Mike Cherry looks at football fans' game-day predictions and compares that to what the oddsmakers think of the 49ers' chances today. 9 a.m.: Meteorologist Heather Waldman breaks down the Super Bowl Sunday forecast in Las Vegas and shares what fans should know about temps in Northern California, too. 8:27 a.m.: KCRA 3’s Michelle Dapper spoke to Greg Cosmos, who has worked behind the scenes for Super Bowl champions. Cosmos reflected on his long career working in a dream job with the NFL, including as an equipment manager with the 49ers. He started with the 49ers in 1977 after writing letters to the team as a kid. "I lived my dream," he said. "How many people get to say that? All I ever wanted to do was work for the 49ers and I did that and more."See the touching interview in the video below.8:06 a.m.: Get caught up on some of the latest Super Bowl headlines and our local coverage today. Taylor Swift reaches LAX in journey from Tokyo to Super Bowl, online sleuths say. Will she make it?Chiefs and 49ers have high-profile offenses, but defense should decide the Super Bowl winnerThe quarterback history that links the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ersIs there really a Kansas City Chiefs flag buried under Allegiant Stadium?Why the NFL went all in on sports gamblingBefore they were NFL stars: Former coaches share memories of Brock Purdy, George KittleMeet Jeremiah Fennell, the 11-year-old NFL reporter who stole the show this week in Las VegasHere's how to bet legally on the Super BowlWhat a comeback! Three longtime friends have attended every Super Bowl — and don't intend to stop Forever 49er Faithful: Niner fans get married in Las Vegas before the Super Bowl Sacramento bars gearing up for crowded Super Bowl watch parties Still figuring out food for your Super Bowl party? Here are a few recipes How to defend against food poisoning at your Super Bowl party Meet Greg Cosmos, a longtime 49er equipment manager with 4 Super Bowl rings Jennifer Hudson gives Super Bowl tickets to Stockton coach and his wife 7:42 a.m.: Michelle Dapper asked NFL players in Vegas for their game day playlists. Super Bowl Sunday - 7:25 a.m.: KCRA 3's Lisa Gonzales talked to a couple of 49er fans who just got married in Las Vegas.Saturday - 7:45 p.m. : While sports betting laws do not favor Californians, gambling is always a huge part of Super Bowl culture. Here is how sports gamblers were getting creative with bets at work in 1985.See more coverage from Saturday night Las Vegas coverage: 7:40 p.m.: For some viewers, the Super Bowl is all about the commercials. Nowadays we have an idea of what to expect before gameday, but back in 2009, the ads were top secret. 7:30 p.m: Sacramento is ready to cheer on the 49ers during Super Bowl LVIII. Here's a look back at the excitement in the City of Trees for Super Bowl XIX, which was played in 1985 at Stanford Stadium7 p.m.: Here's a look at fan excitement for the 49ers. 12:30 p.m.: Chris Hall is the head football coach for McNair High School in Stockton. He and his wife Jazmine made an appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show this week and were surprised with tickets to the Super Bowl. 8:43 a.m.: In the video below, KCRA 3 Sports Director and 49ers Super Bowl Champion Del Rodgers walks us through the Niners' history of performances in past Super Bowls. He also shows off his Super Bowl ring in this exclusive report for KCRA 3's digital platforms from Las Vegas.Saturday - 8:30 a.m.: Football fans are getting excited for the 49ers-Chiefs game at the Super Bowl. Mike Cherry reports from Las Vegas.Friday -- 10 p.m.: KCRA 3's Lisa Gonzales caught up with a San Francisco 49er DJ from NorCal who has been a fan of the Niners since he was 3 years old. 8 p.m.: The Cloud 9 Tattoo parlor in Sacramento will be offering flash tattoos for just $49.1:31 p.m.: Mike Cherry talks about Super Bowl history being on display in Las Vegas. We also hear from four-time Super Bowl champion Jesse Sapolu. He won Super Bowls with the 49ers under Joe Montana and Steve Young. He said he’s concerned about the current 49ers defense but “we have the talent to get it done.” Sapolu also talks about playing with KCRA 3 Sports Director Del Rodgers. Watch below. 10:39 a.m.: California Gov. Gavin Newsom is Super Bowl-bound.10:38 a.m.: Michelle Dapper asked NFL players their favorite Usher songs.8:45 a.m.: Mike Cherry takes a look at the Super Bowl merch for sale on Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas. See below.Friday - 7:16 a.m.: Get caught up on our recent Super Bowl 58 coverage. Christian McCaffrey named 2023 AP Offensive Player of the YearSuper Bowl 58 event provides women opportunity to experience 'day in the life' of NFL athletesUsher, Reba McEntire, Post Malone, Andra Day shared what to expect for their Super Bowl LVIII performances.Lamar Jackson is near-unanimous for his second AP NFL Most Valuable Player awardDonna Kelce doesn’t think she’ll be in a Super Bowl suite with Taylor Swift. Here’s whyPurdy Porsche: Fan gets luxury car decked out with design of 49ers QB ahead of Super BowlBrandon Aiyuk's journey: From junior college in Rocklin to the Super BowlQ&A: KCRA and KMBC sports directors talk about strengths of the 49ers and ChiefsThursday - 10 p.m.: A San Francisco 49ers fan is going to be driving to Super Bowl LVIII in style. Adam Beeman had his Porsche decked out with designs of Niners quarterback Brock Purdy at Diamond Autosport in Sacramento. 9:30 p.m.: Del Rodgers gave an inside look at the Super Bowl fan experience. Watch below.8 p.m.: KCRA 3's Lisa Gonzales participated in an event for women looking to experience the day in the life of NFL athletes. Coaches and former players taught participants how to read plays and run routes, among other things.7:10 p.m.: Christian McCaffrey has been named the 2023 NFL AP Offensive Player of the Year. 5:30 p.m.: The San Francisco 49ers released their practice report. Arik Armstead (knee, foot), George Kittle (toe), Ambry Thomas (ankle) and Oren Burks were limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday. | MORE | 49ers' Armstead receives high praise from his former Pleasant Grove coach3:55 p.m.: Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown is rooting for the 49ers on Sunday. His son, Cameron, is a defensive coach for San Francisco. Brown's thoughts going into the game: "Go freakin' Niners!"3:45 p.m.: Despite how his stage name is spelled, rap legend Tech N9ne is all in on the Kansas City Chiefs for Super Bowl LVIII. 3:20 p.m.: KCRA 3's Michelle Dapper caught up with 49ers players and asked them what their favorite Taylor Swift song is. Most of them said they did not have one. 3:15 p.m.: We'll be live streaming from the red carpet at the NFL Honors ceremony. 3 p.m.: KCRA 3 caught up with Niner fans arriving at the Las Vegas airport as early as Monday, ready to put on for the Red and Gold. On Thursday, the 49ers "Fan of the Year"was spotted departing from Sacramento International Airport to Vegas.

The 2024 Super Bowl was played in Las Vegas for the first time on Sunday and KCRA 3 was there to capture the experience.

A rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers and Usher's halftime performance took center stage in what ultimately finished as a heartbreak for the Niners.

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Michelle Dapper, Del Rodgers, Lisa Gonzales Mike Cherry and a team of KCRA 3 photographers went from event to event since Monday to cover as much ground as possible during Super Bowl week. This included one-on-one interviews with celebrities and fans, player press conferences and everything in between.

    Recap updates below

    8:08 p.m.: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are seen exchanging a tender moment in celebration.

    8:04 p.m.: Wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. holds the Lombardi trophy after making the game-winning touchdown for the Chiefs.

    7:52 p.m.: Kansas City defeats San Francisco with a touchdown to end the overtime quarter.

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    7:42 p.m.: With 2 minutes and 48 seconds on the clock, the Chiefs have made it to field goal range, giving them a chance to either tie the game again or force a touchdown to end the game.

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    7:34 p.m.: Jake Moody scores a field goal, bringing the Niners to 22 points over the Chiefs' 19 points.

    7:15 p.m.: With 10 seconds left on the clock, the Chiefs scored a 27-yard field goal, forcing a 19-19 tie. The game will go into overtime. The only other overtime Super Bowl game was the New England Patriots' 34-28 comeback over the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI.

    7:05 p.m.: With less than two minutes left, the Niners scored a 53-yard field goal, giving them a 19-16 lead over the Chiefs.

    7:02 p.m.: The Niners are in field goal range at the 2-minute mark of the fourth quarter.

    6:52 p.m.: San Francisco holds the Chiefs into a field goal. Harrison Butker lands a 3-point kick, tying the game 16-16.

    6:50 p.m.: Kansas City is poised to score another touchdown after reaching 1st and goal.

    6:40 p.m.: The Niners respond to the Chiefs' comeback with a touchdown by wide receiver Jauan Jennings, bringing the score to 16-10. San Francisco tried going for an extra-point kick, but Kansas City blocked it.

    6:23 p.m.: The Chiefs take the lead away from the Niners with a touchdown, bringing the score to 10-13 with San Francisco now trailing behind.

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    6:14 p.m.: The Chiefs' Harrison Butker scored a 57-yard field goal, breaking the previously broken record for the longest successful attempt in Super Bowl history that was set by the Niners in the first quarter.

    That record set early today was by Jake Moody, which was a 55-yard goal. The score is now 10-6 with the Niners' lead thinning slightly.

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    5:35 p.m.: Rapper Ludacris makes an appearance to sing part of the hit song "Yeah!"

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    5:34 p.m.: Rapper Lil Jon makes an appearance to sing part of "Turn Down for What." Before that, H.E.R. took to the stage with a rollerskating entourage for a guitar jam session.

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    5:25 p.m.: Usher and Alicia Keys take the stage for the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

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    5:20 p.m. We are livestreaming an aerial view of Allegiant Stadium. Let us know your thoughts about the game so far and Usher's halftime performance in the comments.

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    5:10 p.m.: The Chiefs score a field goal for 3 points, preventing them from being shut out in the first half.

    4:49 p.m.: Niners running back Christian McCaffrey catches the ball to score the first touchdown of the game.

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    4:25 p.m.: The Niners recover a Chiefs fumble right after Kansas City made an impressive 52-yard catch.

    4:25 p.m.: The Chiefs secure a 52-yard catch, getting them to 1st and goal.

    4:18 p.m.: Neither team scores a touchdown in the first quarter, making it the 10th scoreless first quarter in Super Bowl history.

    4:18 p.m.: The 49ers' Jake Moody scores a 55-yard field goal, the longest successful attempt in Super Bowl history.

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    4:01 p.m.: Patrick Mahomes gets sacked twice within minutes.

    4 p.m.: Missed out on Post Malone, Reba and Andra Day's pre-game performances? Check them out below.

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    3:53 p.m.: Niners wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk makes his first catch ever in the Super Bowl.

    3:44 p.m.: Chiefs recover a Niners fumble but were unable to score and were forced to punt the ball.

    3:40 p.m.: Kickoff for the game began.

    3:28 p.m.: Among the celebrities in attendance include Paul Rudd, Jay-Z, Queen Latifah, Elon Musk, Jeremy Renner, Blake Lively, Ice Spice and Draymond Green.

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    2:25 p.m.: The crowd cheers for the Niners as they take to the field.

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    2:22 p.m.: Niners legend Joe Montana has arrived on the field.

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    2:13 p.m.: Kaskade is preparing for his set as the first-ever in-game DJ.

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    2:11 p.m.: This is the list of the inactive Chiefs players for today's game.

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    2:10 p.m.: This is the list of the inactive Niners players for today's game.

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    1:52 p.m.: Both teams are warming up.

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    1:37 p.m.: The Niners team arrives at the stadium.

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    1:25 p.m.: Taylor Swift has arrived at the stadium.

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    12:49 p.m.: The Chiefs arrive at the stadium.

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    11:50 a.m.: KCRA 3 Sports Director and 49er champion Del Rodgers connected with 14-year-old Austin Areias, who is from Walnut Grove. It’s not the first time Rodgers has seen Austin at a Super Bowl. He has a history of perfect picks. See the evidence Austin uses to call this one for the Niners in this exclusive video for KCRA 3’s digital platforms.

    11:48 a.m.: Vice President Kamala Harris is ready for the game.

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    10 a.m.: Still looking for ideas on what to bring or make for a Super Bowl party? See some vegan snack suggestions in the video below.

    9:55 a.m.: Bark Purdy was nearly crowned the most pupular pup at the Puppy Bowl this year. Learn more about him in the video below. And don’t forget that more animals are up for adoption at the Sacramento SPCA and other shelters across the region.

    9:02: a.m.: KCRA 3's Mike Cherry looks at football fans' game-day predictions and compares that to what the oddsmakers think of the 49ers' chances today.

    9 a.m.: Meteorologist Heather Waldman breaks down the Super Bowl Sunday forecast in Las Vegas and shares what fans should know about temps in Northern California, too.


    8:27 a.m.: KCRA 3’s Michelle Dapper spoke to Greg Cosmos, who has worked behind the scenes for Super Bowl champions. Cosmos reflected on his long career working in a dream job with the NFL, including as an equipment manager with the 49ers.

    He started with the 49ers in 1977 after writing letters to the team as a kid.

    "I lived my dream," he said. "How many people get to say that? All I ever wanted to do was work for the 49ers and I did that and more."

    See the touching interview in the video below.

    8:06 a.m.: Get caught up on some of the latest Super Bowl headlines and our local coverage today.

    7:42 a.m.: Michelle Dapper asked NFL players in Vegas for their game day playlists.

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    Super Bowl Sunday - 7:25 a.m.: KCRA 3's Lisa Gonzales talked to a couple of 49er fans who just got married in Las Vegas.

    Saturday - 7:45 p.m. : While sports betting laws do not favor Californians, gambling is always a huge part of Super Bowl culture.

    Here is how sports gamblers were getting creative with bets at work in 1985.

    See more coverage from Saturday night Las Vegas coverage:

    7:40 p.m.: For some viewers, the Super Bowl is all about the commercials.

    Nowadays we have an idea of what to expect before gameday, but back in 2009, the ads were top secret.

    7:30 p.m: Sacramento is ready to cheer on the 49ers during Super Bowl LVIII.

    Here's a look back at the excitement in the City of Trees for Super Bowl XIX, which was played in 1985 at Stanford Stadium

    7 p.m.: Here's a look at fan excitement for the 49ers.

    12:30 p.m.: Chris Hall is the head football coach for McNair High School in Stockton. He and his wife Jazmine made an appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show this week and were surprised with tickets to the Super Bowl.

    8:43 a.m.: In the video below, KCRA 3 Sports Director and 49ers Super Bowl Champion Del Rodgers walks us through the Niners' history of performances in past Super Bowls. He also shows off his Super Bowl ring in this exclusive report for KCRA 3's digital platforms from Las Vegas.

    Saturday - 8:30 a.m.: Football fans are getting excited for the 49ers-Chiefs game at the Super Bowl. Mike Cherry reports from Las Vegas.

    Friday -- 10 p.m.: KCRA 3's Lisa Gonzales caught up with a San Francisco 49er DJ from NorCal who has been a fan of the Niners since he was 3 years old.


    8 p.m.: The Cloud 9 Tattoo parlor in Sacramento will be offering flash tattoos for just $49.

    1:31 p.m.: Mike Cherry talks about Super Bowl history being on display in Las Vegas. We also hear from four-time Super Bowl champion Jesse Sapolu. He won Super Bowls with the 49ers under Joe Montana and Steve Young. He said he’s concerned about the current 49ers defense but “we have the talent to get it done.”

    Sapolu also talks about playing with KCRA 3 Sports Director Del Rodgers. Watch below.

    10:39 a.m.: California Gov. Gavin Newsom is Super Bowl-bound.

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    10:38 a.m.: Michelle Dapper asked NFL players their favorite Usher songs.

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    8:45 a.m.: Mike Cherry takes a look at the Super Bowl merch for sale on Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas. See below.

    Friday - 7:16 a.m.: Get caught up on our recent Super Bowl 58 coverage.

    Thursday - 10 p.m.: A San Francisco 49ers fan is going to be driving to Super Bowl LVIII in style.

    Adam Beeman had his Porsche decked out with designs of Niners quarterback Brock Purdy at Diamond Autosport in Sacramento.

    9:30 p.m.: Del Rodgers gave an inside look at the Super Bowl fan experience. Watch below.

    8 p.m.: KCRA 3's Lisa Gonzales participated in an event for women looking to experience the day in the life of NFL athletes. Coaches and former players taught participants how to read plays and run routes, among other things.

    7:10 p.m.: Christian McCaffrey has been named the 2023 NFL AP Offensive Player of the Year.

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    5:30 p.m.: The San Francisco 49ers released their practice report. Arik Armstead (knee, foot), George Kittle (toe), Ambry Thomas (ankle) and Oren Burks were limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday.

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    3:55 p.m.: Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown is rooting for the 49ers on Sunday. His son, Cameron, is a defensive coach for San Francisco. Brown's thoughts going into the game: "Go freakin' Niners!"

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    3:45 p.m.: Despite how his stage name is spelled, rap legend Tech N9ne is all in on the Kansas City Chiefs for Super Bowl LVIII.

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    3:20 p.m.: KCRA 3's Michelle Dapper caught up with 49ers players and asked them what their favorite Taylor Swift song is. Most of them said they did not have one.

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    3:15 p.m.: We'll be live streaming from the red carpet at the NFL Honors ceremony.

    3 p.m.: KCRA 3 caught up with Niner fans arriving at the Las Vegas airport as early as Monday, ready to put on for the Red and Gold.

    On Thursday, the 49ers "Fan of the Year"was spotted departing from Sacramento International Airport to Vegas.