The NFL Will Head Back to Brazil in 2025 — Here’s Who Will Be Playing
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The NFL has found a home away from home in Brazil. The country, which hosts the second-largest international NFL fanbase after Mexico is set to feature another regular season game this upcoming season. The Super Bowl Champions Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers played in the first NFL regular season game in South America.
In the second, Brazil will host the Los Angeles Chargers on Friday, September 5, 2025. Details on the opponent and kickoff time will be confirmed when the full 2025 NFL schedule is announced. The game will once again take place at the Corinthians Arena in the city of São Paulo. The stadium was an official venue for both the 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympic Games.
“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 NFL’s debut in the São Paulo game delivered a $60 million economic impact to the city. “We are proud to have held the first game in NFL history in Brazil, here in our city. The NFL’s return in 2025 demonstrates how prepared São Paulo is for major events and tourists from around the world,” said São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes.
Chargers President of Business Operations A.G. Spanos added, “It’s an honor to once again represent the NFL on an international stage. 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.”