In Photos: Trump’s Super Bowl appearance sparks controversy and criticism

Donald Trump becomes the first US President to attend a Super Bowl while in office, marking the latest chapter in his complicated legacy with football.

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   Donald Trump became the first US president to attend a Super Bowl while in office, watching the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles. (Photo: AP)

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   Supporters cheer as a motorcade with President Donald Trump departs the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base. (Photo: AP)

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   Trump's relationship with football is complex, from playing high school football to owning a team in the USFL and suing the NFL. (Photo: AP)

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   The NFL's decision to remove "End Racism" slogans from end zones has sparked controversy, with some critics linking it to Trump's recent actions. (Photo: AP)

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   In a pre-game interview, Trump predicted the Kansas City Chiefs would win, citing quarterback Patrick Mahomes as the difference-maker. (Photo: AP)

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   Trump's presidency has been marked by tension with the NFL, particularly over players kneeling during the national anthem. (Photo: AP)

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   Trump's interest in sports extends beyond football, with the president being an avid golfer and hosting tournaments. (Photo: AP)

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   Before the game, Trump released a statement emphasizing the importance of "safety and fairness" in sports. (Photo: AP)

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   President Donald Trump, right, and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell talk from a suite prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. (Photo: AP)

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   US President Donald Trump stands with his daughter Ivanka Trump. (AP file)