THESE North American basketball stars are at loggerheads as their teams prepare for tomorrow's Superbowl clash.

The Philadelphia Eagles take on the New England Patriots in what is American football's equivalent of the World Cup.

Richard Moses, Sean Kent and Rudy Talarico are normally united when they turn out for Swindon Sonics basketball team.

But there will be no love lost between them tomorrow when their respective American football teams go for victory.

The trio, who share a house in Freshbrook, are planning to watch the showdown at home.

Canadian-born Rudy, who went to college in New England, is hedging his bets on a Patriots win.

"But it's going to be close," said the 26-year-old, who signed for the Sonics two years ago.

"There's been a bit of friendly banter going on in our house."

Teammate Sean may have age and country in common but their choice of teams differ.

"Philadelphia's number 5, Donovan McNab is the one to look out for he's a great quarter-back," said Sean who went to college in the state.

American Richard Moses, the Sonics' head coach, explained just how big the Superbowl is across the Atlantic.

"The Superbowl is one of the biggest events around.

"I'm from New Jersey and I've always supported Philadelphia even though I studied in New England.

"The Eagles will have to really play their game if they're going to win though. It's going to be tough."