The Philadelphia Eagles will kick off their 2024 regular season on international soil.
Philadelphia will host the NFL’s first-ever game in Brazil in Week 1 on Friday, Sept. 6, commissioner Roger Goodell announced Monday.
“We embrace the opportunity to grow our fan base around the world and bring Eagles football to the 38 million sports fans in Brazil,” Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said in a statement. “One of the world’s most culturally diverse nations, Brazil is an international melting pot, and we look forward to experiencing its warm, vibrant, and welcoming environment later this year.”