New Orleans Saints grab the Super Bowl

Saints defeat Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in to claim their first NFL title

Last updated: September 15, 2018 | 21:55

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Miami: The New Orleans Saints completed their long-awaited transformation from chumps to champions by defeating the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in the Super Bowl on Sunday to claim their first NFL title.

New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees completed 32 of 39 passes for 288 yards and two touchdowns as he out-duelled the Colts' Peyton Manning to help the Saints recover from a 10-point first-quarter deficit.

"We just believed in ourselves," said Brees, who was named Most Valuable Player.

"We knew we had an entire city, maybe an entire country behind us. We're feeling it was all meant to be. It was destiny. Mardi Gras may never end."

Saints wide receiver Lance Moore (16) makes a catch on a 2-point conversion while defended by Colts cornerback Jacob Lacey (27) during the second half

New Orleans Saints fans celebrate their team's victory

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) holds his son Baylen his team were declared champions

Carrie Underwood sings the national anthem before the start of game

Celebrity couple Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore are seen on the sidelines before game

The Who's Roger Daltrey, left, and Pete Townshend perform during halftime

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