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The NFL's international footprint has grown rapidly over the past decade, and no market has embraced American football more passionately than Brazil. With over 36 million NFL fans across the country, Brazil has quickly become one of the league's most important global markets — and in 2026, that relationship reaches a defining milestone. The NFL is bringing its first-ever regular-season game to Rio de Janeiro, with the Dallas Cowboys set to play at the iconic Maracanã Stadium. This follows back-to-back sellouts in São Paulo in 2024 and 2025, but Rio represents a new chapter entirely — both for the city and for the sport's global growth. For NFL fans, this isn't just a road trip. It's a moment in history.
Rio de Janeiro is one of the most electrifying cities on the planet, and experiencing an NFL game there is unlike anything you'll find in a traditional American stadium. The Maracanã — a venue that has hosted FIFA World Cup finals and the Olympic opening ceremony — will bring an atmosphere that blends Brazilian passion with NFL pageantry in a way that has never been seen before. Beyond the game itself, Rio offers world-class beaches, vibrant nightlife, extraordinary food, and cultural experiences that make this trip as much about the destination as the final score. The Cowboys' opponent will be announced in the spring, but one thing is already clear: this game will sell out, and fans who wait risk missing out on one of the most unique sporting events of the decade.
O TIME DA AMÉRICA NO BRASIL 🤝🇧🇷
— NFL Brasil (@NFLBrasil) February 6, 2026
O @dallascowboys está oficialmente confirmado para jogar o NFL Rio Game em 2026 no Maracanã.
AMERICA'S TEAM IN BRAZIL 🤝🇧🇷
The @dallascowboys are officially confirmed to play the 2026 NFL Rio Game at the Maracanã. pic.twitter.com/B3pYrBoBp9
Traveling to an NFL international game requires a different level of planning than a typical road trip, and Rio de Janeiro is no exception. Between navigating tickets, accommodations, transportation, and making the most of the city itself, the logistics can be overwhelming — but the payoff is extraordinary. Sports Fans Travel has been hosting fans on NFL international trips for years, bringing together like-minded football fans for experiences that go far beyond the game. From welcome events and private tailgates to curated local excursions, every trip is designed so that fans can focus entirely on the experience while we handle everything else. Rio in 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most memorable NFL international games ever played, and Sports Fans Travel will be there for every moment of it.
Thank you for an extraordinary trip to Rio de Janeiro and for creating such a memorable, one-of-a-kind experience.
Visiting Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, was truly special. The excellent tour guides on each tour, thoughtful attention to every detail, wonderful rooftop events, and spectacular hotel made the entire trip exceptional. And, of course, seeing the Dallas Cowboys play at Maracanã Stadium was an unforgettable highlight!
I am also grateful for the new friends that I met during the trip, who made the experience even more meaningful and so much fun.
Thank you again for putting together such a fantastic trip. I look forward to traveling with you again!
Zack was available before and during the trip. We couldn’t have asked for better communication. This was an awesome trip and you delivered everything we paid for and more. We had fun, met people with the same interests, drank lots of cold beer, ate delicious food, had good seats at the game, and the tours gave us all the highlights of Rio.
all communication was quickly answered, and there was a real "can do", "we'll make it happen" attitude, which I really appreciated.
The trip exceeded my expectations. Sports Fan Travel and entire staff were very generous to their guests. I'm looking forward to being a repeat customer.