NFL Season Opener in Brazil Marks Historic First for South America

The Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers bring American football to São Paulo, reflecting a growing Brazilian passion for the sport.

Brazil becomes the first South American country to host a regular-season NFL game.
Interest in American football has surged in Brazil, with over 41 million fans.
The game sold out in two hours, highlighting the sport's rapid growth in the region.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni and players express excitement about the international exposure.
Local fans, including fervent Packers supporters, eagerly anticipate the landmark event.