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Which Super Bowl was won by one point?

The only Super Bowl won by exactly one point was Super Bowl XXV , when the New York Giants beat the Buffalo Bills 20–19. That game is famous for Scott Norwood’s missed field goal at the end.

Quick Scoop

  • Winner: New York Giants.
  • Score: 20–19.
  • Why it stands out: It is the only Super Bowl decided by a one-point margin.

Context

That matchup was played after the 1990 season and remains one of the closest and most memorable Super Bowls ever. The Giants’ win came down to the final seconds, which is why it is still remembered so vividly today.

Super Bowl| Winner| Score| Margin
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XXV| New York Giants| 20–19| 1 1011