Pair arrested for Super Bowl field invasion did it 2 years ago too

The two men have a history of disrupting the big game

Feb. 11, 2026 at 6:39pm

Santa Clara police have arrested Alex Gonzalez, 25, and Sebastian Rivera Jimenez, 24, for running onto the field at Levi's Stadium during the Super Bowl on Sunday. The pair are accused of a similar stunt at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas two years ago.

Why it matters

Field invasions during major sporting events like the Super Bowl are a growing concern, as they pose safety risks and can disrupt the game. This incident highlights the need for enhanced security measures and consequences for repeat offenders.

The details

Gonzalez and Jimenez were arrested on suspicion of trespassing and violating a city code for field incursion at the stadium. Gonzalez, a social media influencer with over a million Instagram followers, posted a video of himself jumping onto the field during the game.

  • The incident occurred during the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Gonzalez and Jimenez were also arrested for a similar stunt at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas two years ago.

The players

Alex Gonzalez

A 25-year-old social media influencer with over a million followers on Instagram.

Sebastian Rivera Jimenez

A 24-year-old man arrested along with Gonzalez for the field invasion.

Seattle Seahawks

The team that won the Super Bowl on Sunday, defeating the New England Patriots 29-13.

New England Patriots

The team that lost to the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to disrupt major sporting events and put public safety at risk.”

— Robert Jenkins, Santa Clara resident (Santa Clara Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Gonzalez and Jimenez to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for enhanced security measures and stricter consequences for repeat offenders who disrupt major sporting events like the Super Bowl, in order to ensure the safety of players, staff, and fans.