The National Football League announced Friday it will stage three regular-season contests at Rio de Janeiro's Maracana Stadium across five years beginning in 2026. The decision extends the league's Brazilian presence after hosting two games at Sao Paulo's Corinthians Arena.
Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed enthusiasm about playing in Rio de Janeiro, calling it one of the world's most iconic cities. The historic Maracana venue previously hosted World Cup matches and Olympic events.
The NFL has conducted 56 international regular-season games since 2007, with London serving as the primary overseas location. Other cities hosting games this year and beyond feature Mexico City, Munich, Frankfurt, Dublin and Melbourne starting in 2026.
Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed enthusiasm about playing in Rio de Janeiro, calling it one of the world's most iconic cities. The historic Maracana venue previously hosted World Cup matches and Olympic events.
The NFL has conducted 56 international regular-season games since 2007, with London serving as the primary overseas location. Other cities hosting games this year and beyond feature Mexico City, Munich, Frankfurt, Dublin and Melbourne starting in 2026.
