In a highly anticipated decision, NFL owners voted on Wednesday to award Super Bowl LXI to the city of Los Angeles in 2027, according to league sources. The announcement came during the league meetings held in Dallas.

The game will be a historic moment for both ESPN and ABC, as it marks ESPN's first-ever Super Bowl telecast and ABC's first telecast of the game since Super Bowl XL in February 2006. Fans can expect an extraordinary viewing experience as the game will be televised by these two renowned networks.

This decision is the result of the NFL's Super Bowl selection process, which prioritizes one city as the potential host. Five years ago, the league and the teams' events committee evolved their selection process, leading to the focus on Los Angeles.

The NFL has chosen the esteemed SoFi Stadium, which hosted Super Bowl LVI earlier this year and is set to host the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 9, 2023. This selection further solidifies the league's lineup for the next four years, with each venue meticulously chosen:

- Super Bowl LVIII: Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on February 11, 2024
- Super Bowl LIX: The Superdome in New Orleans on February 9, 2025
- Super Bowl LX: Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California on February 8, 2026
- Super Bowl LXI: SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles in 2027

The timing of Super Bowl LXI is particularly significant for Los Angeles, as it will be sandwiched between two other major sporting events. In 2026, the city will be one of 16 North American host cities for the highly anticipated World Cup, further solidifying Los Angeles' status as a global sports hub. The following year, Los Angeles will host the Summer Olympic Games in 2028, creating a tripleheader of mega sporting events for the city.

Los Angeles' past commitment to hosting various events and its sports congestion had previously delayed the city's inclusion in the Super Bowl rotation. However, with its impressive lineup of upcoming sporting showcases, including the world-class SoFi Stadium, the NFL deemed 2027 as the perfect opportunity to bring the Super Bowl experience back to the city.

Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts spoke with excitement about the upcoming Super Bowl in February 2022, highlighting the significance of SoFi Stadium as a premier venue for major sporting events and performances. He expressed his anticipation for the countless visitors that will come to Los Angeles, setting the stage for a truly unforgettable Super Bowl LXI.

As Los Angeles prepares to host Super Bowl LXI in 2027, football fans and sports enthusiasts worldwide eagerly anticipate being a part of this memorable event in the vibrant city.