International Football · Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Maracanã hosts its first NFL match before 2026
Brazil's iconic stadium came alive during an NFL matchup, foreshadowing its central role in the 2026 World Cup.
By Editorial team
The Maracanã hosted its first NFL match, featuring the Baltimore Ravens against the Dallas Cowboys in front of 72,792 spectators. The Brazilian stadium, renovated for the 2014 edition and repurposed for 2026, demonstrated its capacity to draw crowds. This matchup symbolizes the revitalization of the Rio monument, which will be one of the main venues for the 2026 World Cup.