The Venezuelan kicker Andy Borregales connected his three 'Field goals' to lead the victory by 16-3 of the New England Patriots on Los Angeles Chargers with which his team stood in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs.
The Patriots, second seed in the American Conference, gave a test of defensive strength by anular al quarterback de los Chargers, Justin Herbert.
Before the eyes of the president of FIFA, Gianni Infantinositting in the box at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough next to Patriots owner Robert Kraft, New England added its first victory in the playoffs since February 2019.
In that case, the Patriots were crowned Super Bowl champions against the Los Angeles Rams.
Herbert had no more than 159 yards, no touchdown passes, and was sacked six times.
For the Patriots, QB Drake Maye finished with 268 passing yards, a touchdown pass and an interception. He also added 66 yards on the ground.
The Patriots' first nine points were signed by Borregales, who connected on field goals from 23, 35 and 39 yards, respectively.
Hunter Henry scored the touchdown that sealed the game at 16-3 after a 28-yard reception.
The Patriots await the winner of the duel between Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans in the next round.
