The Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles are starting their 2024 NFL seasons in São Paulo, Brazil, far from their usual home fields. This game, which is part of the NFL’s global expansion efforts, is being played at Corinthians Arena, a soccer stadium.
Consequently, the broadcast camera angle is wider than typical for NFL games, resembling the all-22 film angle used to show all 22 players on the field. This adjustment has led to some confusion among viewers, similar to reactions when broadcast angles change in other sports.
During the game, which marked the NFL’s first event in Brazil, both teams struggled with the playing surface, causing multiple slips. Packers players Jordan Love and Christian Watson, along with Eagles’ Saquon Barkley, experienced notable issues.
In response, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur suggested that adjustments to cleats might be necessary. Despite these challenges, Green Bay led 19-17 at halftime, with standout performances from players like Jayden Reed and Saquon Barkley.
This game is part of the NFL’s efforts to expand internationally, with Commissioner Roger Goodell aiming to increase the number of global games from eight to sixteen in the future.
