The New England Patriots are into the Super Bowl, but who will join them?
The NFC championship game pits the conference’s two best teams — who could be set to square off in Australia later this year — against each other as the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams face off for a spot in the Super Bowl.
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MATCH CENTRE: Seahawks vs Rams score, teams, stats
The NFC title game in Seattle will mark the third meeting of the season between the Seahawks and Rams.
Los Angeles escaped with a 21-19 victory in week 11 and Seattle won a thrilling rematch 38-37.
It could also double as a sneak peek for Australian fans of the inaugural NFL game down under later this year, with the Rams rumoured to be
The Seahawks will be without one of their most potent offensive weapons after running back Zach Charbonnet suffered torn knee ligaments in last weekend’s playoff win over the San Francisco 49ers.
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold is also dealing with an oblique injury, but vowed to be ready.
“We’re really excited about this opportunity to play these guys,” he said.
“I’ve just got to continue to prepare and get my body right for Sunday.”
Los Angeles quarterback Matthew Stafford is motivated to make up for what he recalls as shortcomings in the team’s most recent loss in Seattle.
“We didn’t play as up to our standard in some areas, and we had chances to finish that game and didn’t,” he said.
“It’s a big test playing against their team. We look forward to the opportunity.”
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