The Los Angeles Chargers will start their 2025 NFL season in São Paulo, Brazil, marking the league’s second-ever regular-season game in South America. The matchup will take place at Corinthians Arena on Friday, September 5, continuing the NFL’s push for international expansion.
While the Chargers’ opponent has not been confirmed yet, the game will be a major event for both Brazilian fans and the team’s Los Angeles supporters.
NFL and L.A. Chargers in Brazil
Last year, the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers made history by playing the NFL’s first game in Brazil, drawing thousands of fans to São Paulo. The Chargers will now step into that spotlight, bringing the Bolts’ high-energy football to a growing international audience.
The game will be part of Week 1, setting the tone for what promises to be another exciting NFL season.
The Chargers Go Global
This game will solidify the Chargers’ status as one of the most internationally recognized teams in the league. With this matchup, Los Angeles will become the first NFL franchise to play on five continents. They add South America to its list of past games in Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America.
The franchise has previously played preseason and regular-season games in Tokyo, Berlin, London, Sydney, and Mexico City. The Bolts are a key player in the NFL’s global expansion.
Brazil, the new home of Chargers fans
With the game taking place on a Friday night, the Chargers will have the full attention of NFL audiences. The league has been increasing its presence in Brazil, where over 36 million fans follow the sport. This makes it the second-largest international NFL market after Mexico.
São Paulo is a city known for its passionate sports culture. Also, they will provide a loud and energetic atmosphere that could make this one of the most memorable season openers in recent years.
Will Angelenos have fewer games at SoFi Stadium?
For Chargers fans in Los Angeles, the Brazil game adds an extra layer of excitement to the 2025 season. The team will still play eight home games at SoFi Stadium, so this international matchup will not take away a chance for local fans to watch their team live.
The opponent is yet to be revealed. Speculation is already building over whether it will be a division rival or a marquee non-conference team.
With Brazil hosting the first-ever Friday night NFL season opener, the game will be a major event. And this is not just for international fans, but for Los Angeles sports culture as well.
Chargers fans in LA will get to witness their team making history on a global stage, reinforcing the city’s connection to the world of football.