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'OMG I love you Tom Brady!' - football world reacts as New England Patriots win Super Bowl LI

The New England Patriots came back from a 25-point deficit to beat the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI, and the soccer world was transfixed as Tom Brady once again worked his magic to help his team to an NFL title.

The likes of Tottenham star Harry Kane and Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois joined in with celebratory messages at the end of the game, while Barcelona also sent a special message to the Patriots after their remarkable 34-28 victory...

There were others, however, who were left to rue the defeat, including Georgia native and FC Dallas defender Walker Zimmerman, who was devastated to see the Falcons' lead slip away...

Before the game, teams and players were making their sides clear, gearing up for what promised to be an exciting Super Bowl showdown...

Some players were hoping for more from the half-time show, putting their own spin on Lady Gaga's performance...

Not everyone was up for the Super Bowl, though!

But there will plenty who were enjoying the game, either in the stadium or supporting from home...

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