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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Erin Keller

New NFL broadcaster lands its half-time performer for Chiefs game

NFL
  • The Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers will play their opening game of the season in São Paulo, Brazil, marking the first NFL game ever held in South America.
  • This Week 1 game on 5 September will be YouTube's first exclusive NFL broadcast, available for free streaming.
  • Grammy-winning Colombian singer Karol G is set to headline the halftime show, expressing excitement about bringing her music to a global stage.
  • Brazilian artist Ana Castela will perform the Brazilian National Anthem, while American composer Kamasi Washington will perform the US National Anthem.
  • This event signifies a growing trend of streaming platforms, like YouTube and Netflix, expanding into live sports broadcasting.

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YouTube announces halftime performer for first NFL live broadcast

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