The NFL will make history by holding its first regular-season game in Brazil on Sept. 6, with the Green Bay Packers set to face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in Sao Paulo. This matchup will be the first Friday night game on the opening weekend since 1970, adding to the excitement surrounding the event.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell had previously announced that the Eagles would be the home team for this groundbreaking game. The venue for this historic event will be the Corinthians Arena, home to the Brazilian soccer team Corinthians and a site that has hosted major sporting events like the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
This game will mark the Packers' second international appearance in the last three years, following their first regular-season game outside the United States in 2022, where they faced the New York Giants in London. Packers president and CEO expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming game, highlighting the team's eagerness to engage with their Brazilian fans and contribute to the global growth of the NFL.
Viewers can catch the game exclusively on Peacock streaming service, with additional availability on free broadcast television in the local markets of both the Eagles and the Packers. This move aims to maximize the reach of the game and engage fans across various platforms.
The last time the NFL featured a Friday night game on the opening weekend was back in 1970 when the Los Angeles Rams took on the St. Louis Cardinals. This upcoming game in Brazil signifies a significant milestone for the NFL and its efforts to expand its international presence.
