NFL announces which team will play in São Paulo WEEK 1 of the 2025 season
The NFL has officially announced that there will be a game played in São Paulo, Brazil again in the 2025 season after its success last year.
It was always expected that the NFL would add Brazil to its list of international games for the 2025 season, but now it’s finally official. After a successful inaugural game last year in São Paulo, the NFL will return to the Corinthians Arena again in 2025.
Chargers to open the 2025 season in Brazil
Like last year, the NFL will hold its Brazilian game in Week 1. This year, the Los Angeles Chargers will be the host for the Friday night game (also like last year) at the home of Brazilian soccer team SC Corinthians. The game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers was played in that same stadium last year, and it’s also been host to the 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympic Games.
Bolt Up, São Paulo ⚡🇧🇷
— NFL UK & Ireland (@NFLUKIRE) February 19, 2025
The @chargers will begin their 2025 season in Brazil! pic.twitter.com/GpmB6qrhuC
“After a successful and memorable first game in Brazil in 2024, we are delighted to confirm the league’s return to São Paulo with the Los Angeles Chargers as the designated team in what will be an incredible next chapter in the market,” said NFL Brazil General Manager Luis Martinez. “Alongside our partners - SPTuris, Mayor Nunes and the Corinthians - we will continue to make history together and look forward to delivering an unforgettable experience for passionate fans of the game once again in Brazil.”
The game in São Paulo will be played on Friday, September 5, 2025. The kickoff time as well as the Chargers' opponents will be revealed when the NFL releases its full schedule this spring. The Chargers have played in three international games in the past - two in London and one in Mexico City.
“It’s an honor to once again represent the NFL on an international stage,” said Chargers President of Business Operations A.G. Spanos. “It’s also a tremendous opportunity to help grow the game and bring the Chargers brand to millions of sports fans across Brazil and Latin America. One of the great countries of the world, Brazil is as vibrant, dynamic and culturally diverse as anywhere on the planet and we cannot wait to experience the warmth and passion of its people during our visit.”
All the NFL’s international games in 2025
The NFL will schedule up to eight international games in the 2025 season, with the host teams known. Now that they’ve confirmed Brazil as one, they’re up to seven international games, with rumblings of adding Mexico City back in the mix as well.
NFL GLOBAL 7 INTERNATIONAL GAMES IN 2025
— Oscar Budejen (@OscarBudejen) February 19, 2025
Sao Paulo, Brazil 🇧🇷 #Chargers
Madrid, Spain 🇪🇸 #Dolphins
Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪 #Steelers
Berlin, Germany 🇩🇪 #Colts
(3) London, UK 🇬🇧 #Jets #Browns #Jaguars pic.twitter.com/ELdRI6eyrD
NFL’s confirmed international games so far:
- London, England - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: New York Jets
- London, England - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: Cleveland Browns
- London, England - Wembley Stadium: Jacksonville Jaguars
- Berlin, Germany - Olympic Stadium Berlin: Indianapolis Colts
- Madrid, Spain - Santiago Bernabéu Stadium: Miami Dolphins
- Dublin, Ireland - Croke Park Stadium: Pittsburgh Steelers
- São Paulo, Brazil - Corinthians Arena: Los Angeles Chargers
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