Chiefs vsChargers: International Season Opener

An epic clash in Brazil

The NFL regular season kicked off with a major international event: the Kansas City Chiefs faced the Los Angeles Chargers at the Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil—a game in which the Chargers were the designated host team on foreign soil.

Why Brazil?

This game is part of the NFL's strategic global expansion plan, which includes seven international games in 2025 in countries such as Brazil, Ireland, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Germany.

The NFL is looking to expand its presence, especially in South America, where it estimates more than 36 million fans in Brazil.

Time and Broadcast

The game was played on September 5, with kickoff at 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT), and was streamed for free and globally on YouTube and platforms such as NFL+.

What to watch from the game?

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, after losing Super Bowl LIX, were looking for revenge against their arch-rivals.

Justin Herbert and the Chargers arrived determined to start strong and turn things around after several up-and-down seasons.

Kansas City extended its divisional dominance with seven consecutive victories over Los Angeles.

Atmosphere and Spectacle

The event included:

Live performances, including the US national anthem by Kamasi Washington, and a halftime show with Karol G and Ana Castela.

Furthermore, there was great anticipation for the possible appearance of Taylor Swift, given her relationship with tight end Travis Kelce, which attracted a wave of Swifties to the stadium.

Expanding Global Context

This game highlights the NFL's plan to conquer new markets: not only Brazil, but also cities like Madrid, Dublin, and soon Melbourne, where games are planned to be held in 2026.

International Opening Game Summary
Appearance Details
Teams: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers
Venue: Corinthians Arena (Neo Química Arena), São Paulo, Brazil
Date and Time: September 5, 2025, 8:00 p.m. ET
Streaming: Worldwide and free via YouTube and NFL+
Sports Context: AFC West Divisional Game; Mahomes vs. Herbert
Entertainment: Live presentations (Kamasi Washington, Karol G, Ana Castela)
International Strategy: Part of a global expansion plan with seven games outside the U.S. in 2025