The NFL has officially announced that the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers will face off in São Paulo, Brazil, to open the 2025 season on Friday, September 5, but the real headline is how fans will watch it: the game will stream live and for free on YouTube, marking a first in NFL history.
It’s a landmark moment for sports broadcasting—and a huge spotlight for L.A.’s Chargers. The global Friday night clash will be available to stream with no cable, no subscription, and no paywall. It will reach fans around the world with just an internet connection.
This game not only kicks off the NFL season, but it also kicks off a new era in sports streaming. With YouTube taking full control of the global broadcast, fans can expect more than just a standard telecast. The league has hinted at interactive elements, creator-driven content, and a viewing experience tailored to how younger audiences consume sports today.
The Chargers will become a worldwide team
The Chargers are starting their season under the brightest possible lights—literally on the world stage. With Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs as their opponent, and YouTube as the global platform, the NFL is signaling this isn’t just a game. It’s a broadcast experiment aimed at reshaping how the league connects with younger, digital-native fans.
And while the Chargers technically lose a home game by taking the field in Brazil, the trade-off is clear. It’s the global exposure and a prime-time slot few teams ever get. For Angelenos, it’s the chance to see their team featured in one of the NFL’s most ambitious projects to date.
How to watch the Chiefs vs. Chargers Brazil game on YouTube
To watch the Chiefs vs. Chargers game in Brazil, simply head to the official NFL YouTube channel on Friday, September 5, and stream it live for free. No subscription or cable login is required — just an internet connection and a screen.
This Brazil opener adds to an already packed year for Los Angeles football. Both the Chargers and the Rams will travel more miles than any other NFL team in 2025. Still, the global attention this game will bring could be worth every mile.
Streaming history will be made on September 5. And it will begin with Los Angeles.