The NFL is taking its first steps into Brazil, and they’re bringing a cheesy surprise with them. The Green Bay Packers are set to go head-to-head with the Philadelphia Eagles in São Paulo, marking the league’s debut game in Brazil.
The matchup is scheduled for Friday night of Week 1 at Corinthians Arena, home to Brazilian soccer team SC Corinthians. Fans can catch the action exclusively on Peacock and also on free, over-the-air broadcast television in local markets, as well as on NFL+.
This game is definitely one to watch, especially after the Green Bay Packers made an unexpected run to the Divisional Round of the NFC playoffs in 2023.
With a young and promising team, all eyes will be on quarterback Jordan Love and the rest of the Packers as they aim to build on their previous season’s success.
And for the first time in more than 50 years, an NFL game will be played on Friday night of opening weekend.
The significance of this game is not lost on either team. As the Eagles prepare to kick off their 2024 season in Brazil, head coach Nick Sirianni and his squad are eager to put their past struggles behind them. According to Sirianni,
