NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that the league’s latest global undertaking will take place in Sao Paulo, with the Philadelphia Eagles being named the designated team to play there in Week 1.
The Eagles will travel to South America for the league’s first game on the continent. Week 1 matches will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024.
This will be the first time the league has played a Friday game in Week 1 since 1970, when the Cardinals faced the Rams.
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Philadelphia Eagles No. 1 Jalen Hurts warms up before an NFL Wild Card Playoff football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on January 15, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Kevin Savitas/Getty Images)
“This groundbreaking first international match in South America shows that our global footprint continues to expand,” Goodell said in a press release. “Playing on Friday night in Week 1 is a unique way to highlight our international growth and ambitions.”
Sao Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunez added, “The league’s decision to hold games in the first week of the NFL’s 2024 season is a true testament to their confidence in our efforts as a host city.” .
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“Hosting this historic spectacle on the eve of Independence Day, bringing significant economic impact and job creation to São Paulo, is a great opportunity for São Paulo’s global importance as the venue for some of the world’s most exciting sporting and entertainment events.” It will draw attention to our city as a destination.”
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback No. 1 Jalen Hurts kneels before the game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on December 3, 2023 in Philadelphia. (Kyle Ross/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
It’s unclear who the Eagles’ opponent will be in Week 1. The Chicago Bears, Jacksonville Jaguars, Minnesota Vikings and Carolina Panthers are also the league’s designated teams for his 2024 international games.
The Bears, Vikings and Jaguars play in London, but the Panthers are designated for Munich.
Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said he was “honored” his team was selected to play in Sao Paulo.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown celebrates a victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers during the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Philadelphia Eagles NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derrick Hamilton)
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“Global growth of our sport is a top priority for our league, and we are excited about the opportunity to grow our fan base around the world and bring Eagles football to Brazil’s 38 million sports fans. I embrace it,” Lurie said. “Brazil, one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world, is an international melting pot and we look forward to experiencing its warm, vibrant and welcoming environment later this year.”
