26. U2 at Super Bowl XXXVI (2002)
U2’s performance captured America’s post-9/11 spirit of resilience with raw emotion and musical excellence. The Irish rockers delivered a powerful rendition of “Where the Streets Have No Name” while victims’ names scrolled on a giant screen behind them. Bono’s American flag-lined jacket revealed during “Beautiful Day” resonated deeply with viewers across the nation. Their set provided a much-needed moment of collective healing that transcended sports entertainment.
